He says the state’s rules look good on paper, but they aren’t doing a good job of preventing spills and other accidents. The Ohio Farmers’ Union has called for a moratorium on development of large livestock operations in the state. The group says more studies are needed about the impact of these facilities on rivers, ground water, air quality and neighboring communities. But, the agriculture secretary is adamant. He says, “there’s no reason to have a moratorium in Ohio.” Attorney John Sprote says the citizens he represents want dairies to be required to take environmental precautions like lining manure lagoons to prevent leaks, and covering them to cut odors and air pollution.