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Satellites track winter manure spreading from space

Original: Poop patrol from outer space: Satellites spot winter manure spreading

Satellites are being used to detect farmers spreading manure on frozen winter fields, a practice that can send nutrients running off into waterways. The orbital monitoring gives regulators and researchers a new way to spot when and where winter manure application happens, drawing attention to agricultural runoff and water quality concerns.

Why now: Interest in using satellite data to monitor agricultural practices and protect water quality

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• Poop patrol from outer space: Satellites spot winter manure spreading · Detroit Free Press

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