Livestock Drinking Water Quality Assessment in Northeast Georgia

Watch a conference presentation from the Georgia Water Resources Conference examining livestock drinking water quality across northeast Georgia farms, analyzing various water sources and their impact on animal health. Learn about a comprehensive water sample survey covering 30 farms and 53 different watering sources, including detailed analysis of chemical elements, fecal coliform levels, and temperature variations in well-water troughs, ponds, and streams. Discover key findings showing that while 53% of samples met chemical safety standards, significant challenges exist with fecal coliform contamination (87% above recommended levels), elevated iron (32%) and manganese (26%) content, and temperature management particularly in ponds. Gain practical insights into water source management strategies, including the benefits of regular trough cleaning and the varying effectiveness of different water delivery methods for maintaining optimal livestock drinking water quality.