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Large scale animal operations are (also called Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations - CAFO) a significant food safety risk because of the high concentration of animals that may shed pathogens in their manure. These types of operations are often surrounded by bare ground which increases the likelihood of runoff and windborne movement of pathogens.
When assessing your farm's risk, factors to consider are:
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The LSU AgCenter and the LSU College of Agriculture