<ul><li>A study conducted by researchers from China Agricultural University and Wageningen University reveals that enhanced manure management practices in China have resulted in a 59% reduction in antibiotic pollution in rivers.</li><li>However, groundwater contamination has increased by 15% due to intensified manure application as organic fertilizer in agricultural fields.</li><li>Fluoroquinolones are the predominant antibiotics found in rivers, originating from pig, cattle, and chicken manure.</li><li>Sulfonamides are the main contaminants in groundwater, primarily from pig and sheep manure.</li></ul>

Enhanced Manure Management in China Reduces Antibiotic Pollution in Rivers but Increases Groundwater Contamination Risks

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