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Human waste in rivers used to irrigate crops
Times Live reported today, 12 August 2013, that bacteria-riddled river water used to irrigate most fresh produce in South Africa poses an extreme health risk.
The river water contains levels of E.coli bacteria that are as much as 10 000 times more than allowed by the World Health Organisation and the Department of Water Affairs, according to a study report obtained by The Times.
Not only is this dangerous for people but it might have a highly damaging effect on this country's international trading status and cause a suspension of exports of fruit and vegetables, the report warns.
The extensive research project was launched in 2007 amid growing concern that South African river water used for irrigating crops no longer met export standards set by the EU for fresh produce, or international health standards.
Continue reading the full story on www.timeslive.co.za.
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