Air pollution surging across poultry ‘megafarming’ hotspots | AI News Digest
Air pollution from ammonia emissions is rising sharply in the UK's poultry 'megafarming' hotspots, particularly in regions like Wales and Norfolk. While overall ammonia emissions from chicken farms have decreased since 2017, certain areas are experiencing significant increases, raising concerns about public health and environmental impacts. The government aims to reduce ammonia emissions by 2030, but regulatory loopholes allow many smaller farms to operate without reporting their emissions. Experts are calling for stricter scrutiny of new farm applications to mitigate the cumulative effects of ammonia pollution. The poultry industry, while asserting compliance with regulations, faces growing criticism over its environmental footprint.
