The Penn State Extension will host a December 9 webinar on PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' In Land-applied Biosolids - Research Update And Discussion from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.

Join Extension for an interactive webinar designed for farmers and landowners applying biosolids.

Penn State researchers will present recent updates on their projects concerning PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in agricultural systems, emphasizing new findings and implications for farming practices.

This session offers participants the opportunity to engage in an open discussion, pose questions, and share perspectives on pressing needs and concerns—such as resources, education, monitoring, and management—related to PFAS in agriculture.

Who is this for?

-- Farmers who land-apply biosolids

-- Biosolids applicators

-- Wastewater treatment utilities

What will you learn?

-- Updates on ongoing research on PFAS in agricultural systems at Penn State

-- Opportunity to ask questions and discuss needs and challenges regarding PFAS management in agricultural settings

Click Here to register and for more information.

Visit the Penn State Extension webpage to learn more about many other educational opportunities.

Resource Links:

-- Guest Essay: How Farmers Are Navigating The Challenges Of PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' - The Growing Problem Of PFAS Contamination In Agriculture - By Ken Sansone and Valentina Marastoni-Bieser, SL Environmental Law Firm  [PaEN] 

-- General Permits For Safe Land Application Of Sewage Sludge, Septage Extended For 1 Year, Delaying Updates For PFAS ‘Forever Chemical’ Contamination  [PaEN - 2023]

-- DEP Presentation On Updating Biosolids Permits To Include PFAS Testing  [2021]

-- Penn State: PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ In Agroecosystems Research & Extension Network

-- Penn State Research: PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ Persist Through Wastewater Treatment, May Enter Crops

-- Lancaster Farming: What Farmers And Consumers Need To Know About PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’

-- Legislative Report On Proposed Changes To Biosolids Permits Finds No Approved Method Of PFAS ‘Forever Chemical' Testing, No Standards For PFAS In Biosolids; DEP Says Changes Needed To Protect Health, Environment  [PaEN - 2023]

[Posted: December 6, 2024]

12/9/2024