Reference: Adapted from Houston Chronicle – Ken Paxton vs. Forever Chemicals and related agricultural reports.
Location: Rural Texas & Surrounding Counties
Date: March 21, 2025
Status: CRITICAL – PFAS in Agricultural Biosolids
Threat Level: ☠☠☠ HIGH
Overview
In rural Texas, a crisis unfolds as PFAS-contaminated biosolids used as fertilizer have invaded farmlands, contaminating water sources and livestock. This toxic runoff threatens food safety, public health, and the livelihoods of farming communities that have long depended on these lands.
Contamination Source
Sewage-based biosolid fertilizers, often laden with PFAS from industrial and municipal waste, are being applied to agricultural fields. Runoff from these fields has infiltrated local water supplies and the food chain, posing severe health risks to both people and animals.
Key Details
- PFAS are present in biosolid fertilizers across millions of acres.
- Livestock and crops in affected areas show signs of contamination.
- Economic impacts are mounting as communities face compromised food supplies and increased healthcare costs.
- Regulatory loopholes leave rural areas with minimal support for remediation.
Health Impact Forecast
⬆ Heightened risk of cancers in livestock and humans
🧬 Reproductive and developmental disorders
💀 Chronic liver and kidney damage
☣ Compromised immune response
Real Talk from the Field
“Our livestock are dying; the poison in our fields is eroding our future.” — Tony Coleman, Local Rancher
“Every drop of water, every bite of food, now carries the burden of these toxins.” — Rural Community Leader
What’s Next?
- Legal action against chemical manufacturers is intensifying.
- State agencies are exploring bans on PFAS in biosolids.
- Affected communities are being advised to switch to alternative, safer fertilizers.
- Increased testing of water and soil is being prioritized by local authorities.
Message to the Collective
This rural crisis is a stark reminder: PFAS contamination is not limited to urban water systems—it’s a full-scale environmental disaster affecting our food, water, and livelihoods. Immediate action and accountability are essential.
