Animal
waste from farms and ranches can severely threaten water quality
if not managed properly. Animal waste from the 1.3 million farms
with livestock and poultry (U.S. EPA estimate) across the nation
has the potential to contribute excess nutrients, pathogens, organic
matter, solids, and odorous compounds to the environment. This pollution
causes eutrophication of surface waters, degradation of ground water
quality, and threats to human health.
Incorporating best education practices in your outreach with farmers
or ranchers will maximize your animal waste management strategies
to enhance water quality.
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Adapted from Animal Waste Management Theme page, http://www.usawaterquality.org/themes/animal/default.html
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