Still Waters Posted April 25, 2014 #1 Share Posted April 25, 2014 A US study has found that cow manure, commonly used to fertilise vegetable crops, contains a high number of genes that can fuel resistance to antibiotics. These genes come from the cows' gut bacteria, and while none have yet been found in superbugs that are infecting humans, researchers say the potential is real. http://news.discover...#mkcpgn=rssnws1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theotherguy Posted April 25, 2014 #2 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Don't eat cow poop! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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