Have you heard of PFAS? Also called polyfluoroalkyl substances, PFAS is an emerging issue the ag industry needs to be aware of, especially in relation to water issues. The compound is used in many products, including chemicals to create water- and fire-proof coatings, firefighting foams, and other home and ranch products. However, these substances do not break down in the environment. Tiffany Lashmet welcomes Mary-Thomas Hart from National Cattlemen’s Beef Association on the podcast to talk PFAS and what it could mean for ag. This is a topic that is not going away and raises human health concerns and major potential issues for the agriculture industry. Click here to listen..
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