The Yankton Sioux Tribe of Marty, S.D., is fighting Long View Farm's construction of a hog facility on non-Indian fee land within the reservation, which will produce more than 70,000 pigs annually.
In two weeks since April 15, 38 tribal members were arrested by state law enforcement while peacefully blocking construction on a BIA road. Most tribal members are opposed to the construction and are unaware of any consultation with the tribe for environmental permits. One Native American was injured when a skid loader rammed into him as he and others blocked the earth moving equipment.
Tribal members are protesting at the site seven days a week and report that construction is also still occurring seven days a week, even on Sunday. The people are praying that their attorneys will be successful at seeking an injunction to prevent the further construction of the hog farm.
The Tribe needs assistance with prayers, legal defense funds, and protesters. If you want to help, contact Oi Zephier, or go to ground zero in Marty, S.D. 605-454-8355.
[EDITOR'S NOTE: To view the arrest of a protester, watch the YouTube video, "Re: Yankton Sioux Hog Farm Protest [1]"]