Test_14032022_Dioxin levels in fertilizers from Belgium: Determination and evaluation of the potential impact on soil contamination Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Dioxins are harmful persistent organic pollutants (POPs) to which humans are exposed mostly via the consumption of animal products. They can enter the food chain at any stage, including crop fertilization. Fertilizers belong to several categories: synthetic chemicals providing the essential elements (mostly N, P and K) that are required by the crops but also organic fertilizers or amendments, liming materials, etc. Ninety-seven samples of ...