10.982: Testing, Mitigation, and Relief for Agricultural Contamination by Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances

10.982

Active

Farm Service Agency (FSA) [USDA]

Sept. 20, 2023

Sept. 20, 2023

Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a class of chemical compounds that are highly resistant to degradation and easily bioaccumulate in the environment. They are found in a broad range of products ranging from food packaging, non-stick cookware, water-proofing sealants, and fire-fighting foams used at public and military airfields. The study of PFAS is ongoing, but lab and epidemiological studies have found possible human health risks to PFAS exposure. There is potential that agricultural lands and the commodities they produce can become contaminated through a variety of means, and there are many factors that influence if a particular property is impacted. These factors include the type and concentration of PFAS, climate, hydrogeology, geology, and environmental conditions. This program will support the ongoing study of PFAS agricultural contamination, mitigation, and remediation, as well as the dissemination of information about PFAS risks to agricultural producers. It covers the testing of soil, water, and agricultural products. It will also assist agricultural producers affected by PFAS contamination with costs to mitigate the impacts to their operations that have resulted from such contamination and provide relief for agricultural producers suffering losses for unmarketable crops, livestock, and other agricultural products related to PFAS contamination. Eligibility is open to State and local governments, U.S. Territories, Federally recognized Tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, and institutes of higher education.

State and local governments, U.S. Territories, nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, and Federally recognized Indian Tribal governments.

Not Applicable

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