Farmers across the country could face significant economic losses due to PFAS contaminations and not even be aware.
The Environmental Working Group estimates that nearly 20 million acres of land could be impacted by these forever chemicals.
The Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS Act was introduced to the Senate in 2023, proposing a $500 million federal grant program.
There is no word on whether the bill will be a priority this season.
However, supporters believe it could be a game changer for the survival of impacted farms and U.S. food security. Nearly 90% of Americans are believed to be impacted by PFAS contamination.
Some environmentalists call it a national crisis.
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