Lone Star Healthy Streams: Poultry Manual
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- December 7, 2021
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Overview
This publication aims to help poultry producers protect Texas waterways from contamination associated with livestock production and which may pose a health risk to Texas citizens. It includes best management practices for keeping bacteria, sediment, nutrients, and pesticide runoff out of waterways as well as preventing the loss of water and topsoil. (80 pages)
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