Impacts of Water and Air Quality Legislation on the Poultry Industry

DEANNE MORSE
Department of Animal Science, University of California, Davis, California 95616-8521

ABSTRACT Poultry operators are faced with continually changing water and air quality regulations that may influence management decisions and economic viability. Informed extension, research and allied industry members may be able to respond to industry needs to develop research and disseminate findings. Implications of Reauthorization of the Coastal Zone Management Act and its potential impact on the next version of the Clean Water Act are presented. Also presented are air quality concerns related to ozone and particulate matter formation.

Key Words: environment, regulations, manure, wastewater management

1996 Poultry Science 75:857-861

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