The state’s environmental agency has the authority to investigate and issue fines for illegal spills, but lacks sufficient ...

Livestock manure could be a means by which antibiotic resistance is increasing Manure from cows, chickens and pigs is loaded with antibiotic resistance genes If these genes transfer to bacteria, they ...

Biodigesters have been hailed as a climate-friendly way to reduce agricultural emissions and provide income for rural ...

A bill written by a utility company could expand “renewable natural gas,” made from methane emitted by waste, in the state. Cows line up to be milked at a dairy in Tampa. The methane produced by cow ...

Sen. Ken Rozenboom and his family have farmed and raised hogs for decades in south central Iowa.

Winter manure spreading is often not recommended because it can lead to higher nutrient losses and harm water quality. Some states have even banned winter spreading. However, if storage capacity is ...

HOBART (WLUK) -- Officials are working to identify the source of a manure spill reported in Hobart Thursday morning. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources tells FOX 11 it is investigating ...

The spill happened at a livestock site on Creekview Road in Athens that is owned and operated by Deercreek Holsteins LLC.

Natural Resources Wales reminds Welsh farmers of manure spreading rules under CoAPR. Restrictions apply until end of February ...

If these genes transfer to bacteria, they could make common human illnesses much harder to treat WEDNESDAY, July 2, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Antibiotic resistance is an urgent global public health ...