Environmental

In South Dakota, a real estate professional should be aware that agricultural land near concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) may have reduced value due to:

AExcessive soil nutrients that reduce crop yields
BOdor, air quality concerns, and potential groundwater contamination from manure lagoons✓ Correct
CIncreased traffic from feed delivery trucks
DCompetition with other farm operations

Explanation

CAFOs (large livestock operations) can create significant odor, air quality, and water quality concerns that may affect surrounding property values. Potential groundwater contamination from manure lagoons and runoff is a significant environmental concern near CAFOs.

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