pollution

Research links contamination to the use of treated human waste on farmland, raising concerns over persistence and food-chain exposure.

A report by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) reveals that cancer-linked chemicals known as trihalomethanes (TTHMs) have contaminated drinking water in nearly 6,000 U.S. communities due to manure runoff from livestock farms.

The city of Fort Worth, Texas, has terminated its contract with Synagro, a company that produces fertilizers from sewage sludge, amid concerns that these fertilizers contain toxic “forever chemicals” (PFAS) that are contaminating local farmland and groundwater.

PFAS substances were found in contaminated biosolids used as fertilizer, affecting soil, groundwater, surface water, and animal tissues.

A new app, “Producer Connect,” has been launched to help farmers report and analyze fertilizer use, compare their practices with peers, and identify cost-saving opportunities while protecting groundwater. Overapplication of nitrogen has long been a problem, contributing to unsafe nitrate levels in drinking water.

Storm devastates Georgia’s farming sector, disrupts phosphate production in Florida, and raises concerns over chemical hazards from industrial flooding.

Scientists report the 12th largest hypoxic area recorded, underscoring the ongoing environmental challenge.

Government announces updated strategies to combat the impact of “forever chemicals”.

Farmers claim toxic substances from treated human waste are harming livestock and land.

A new study suggests optimized fertilizer use on rice, wheat, and corn could significantly cut harmful emissions.

Legal actions intensify as residents and farmers dispute over nitrate pollution.

Weekend reductions in industrial activity show increased plant carbon absorption.

TFI said in a statement that the US EPA’s proposed changes to air quality standards would prove ‘devastating’ to the fertilizer industry.

Nitrogen fertilizer and diesel fuel combustion identified as key contributors to the province’s greenhouse gas emissions from farming.

Ecological and health implications of microplastic pollution becoming more evident.