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Purdue University’s Institute for a Sustainable Future (ISF) has released the first Indiana Statewide PFAS Assessment report summarizing the uses of, exposures to and sources of contamination from PFAS across the state. Perfluoroalkyl and...
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Farmers have been improving the genetics of their animals for thousands of years through selective breeding. Wild boars were bred until they lost their tusks and gained fattier meat. Breeding cattle were chosen for favorable traits like muscularity or high milk production.
With food waste being a growing problem around the world, finding innovative solutions is more important than ever. Enter the black soldier fly, a tiny insect that holds the potential to revolutionize waste management and animal feeding practices. Laura Ingwell, assistant professor of fruit and vegetable pest management in Purdue's Department of Entomology, describes this insect as a game changer in composting, offering a faster, safer and more effective way to transform organic waste into valuable resources. By exploring the relationship between waste reduction and livestock nutrition, Ingwell's research suggests a path toward sustainability that benefits farmers and the environment.
Urban soils are essential to building sustainable cities — from supporting green infrastructure and food production to regulating water and enhancing climate resilience. However, they are heavily impacted by human activity and often contain elevated levels of heavy metals due to their proximity to roads, buildings and industrial areas. These complexities not only pose significant public health risks, they hinder scientific research and policy development, emphasizing the urgent need for accessible, community-driven strategies.
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