Research and methods development Analytical methods for identifying pharmaceuticals at environmental concentrations. Methods development Standardized field methods for monitoring source, transport, and fate of animal pharmaceuticals. Air quality Methods research and development Scientific methods to characterize and quantify gaseous emissions from AFOs. Environmental assessment Effects of gases and other emissions from AFOs on air quality and human and animal health. Human health Incorporate in environmental studies the data-collection strategies needed to address human health issues.
Communication issues Poor communication among scientists doing similar work.
Lack of networking to include different areas of expertise. Lack of awareness of expertise within and among agencies. Agricultural trade groups fear government intervention and environmental controls. Outreach and education efforts are inadequate. Competition for money among researchers both in and out of government.