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Raw waste water use on farms is '50% higher' than estimated

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BBC News

Publication Date
2017-07-05

The global use of untreated waste water from cities to irrigate crops is much more widespread than previously estimated, says a new report. According to this updated assessment, nearly 30 million hectares are now using untreated water within 40km of an urban centre

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http://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-40494254