The Presence & Transmission of
Heavy Metals
in Plant Fertilizers
By L
ace
yM
acri
For most, “heavy metals” summon images of
skulls and crossbones—and for good reason.
The consumption of heavy metals through food
can lead to some serious health issues. In this
article, Lacey Macri discusses how these toxins
get into plants and how growers can reduce the
presence of heavy metals in their plants.
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Maximum Yield USA | December 2016