Agricultural pollution

Okay kiddo, let me explain agricultural pollution.

Do you know what farming is? It's when people grow food and raise animals to provide food for us to eat. But sometimes, the things that farmers do to grow food can harm the environment.

One of the ways farming can harm the environment is by using too many chemicals, like pesticides and fertilizers, on the crops. These chemicals can seep into the soil and nearby water sources, polluting them. This can make it difficult for plants and animals to live in those areas.

Another way that farming can cause pollution is by using too much water. Farmers need water to grow their crops, but if they use too much, it can lower the water levels in nearby rivers and lakes. When the water level goes down, it can harm the plants and animals that live in those water sources.

And finally, when farmers raise animals like cows or pigs, they produce a lot of manure. Manure is like poop, and if there's too much of it in one place, it can cause problems. The manure can get into nearby water sources and cause pollution, and it can also release gases into the air that can harm the environment.

So there you have it, agricultural pollution is when farming practices harm the environment by using too many chemicals or water, or by producing too much manure. It's important for farmers to be careful and use sustainable practices to reduce the impact on the environment.