Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) have lowered prices and increased production but with economic, ecological, and environmental costs that can be solved by enforced legislation. Discussing this agricultural trend, this book provides practical information on the conc…
"Presenting an overview of federal, state, and local regulations and discussing the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plan, the book includes information and data that can be used for planning and designing waste management systems and system com…
Massive fish kills from flesh-eating parasites. Unusual concentrations of cancer and other diseases. Recalls of meats, vegetables, and fruits because of deadly E-coli bacterial contamination. Recent public health crises raise urgent questions about how our animal-derived food is…
