💡 Cadmium (Cd) is a harmful heavy metal that causes kidney disease, osteoporosis, and nerve damage. Cadmium pollution in durian farming is not fully recognized, with key causes from phosphate fertilizers and contaminated irrigation water.
🌿 Causes:
1. Phosphate Fertilizers contain Cadmium: Cadmium from phosphate fertilizers delivered from phosphate rocks
2. Contaminated water: Water from industrial areas or wastewater containing Cadmium.
⚠️ Impacts:
– Health: Long-term Cadmium exposure leads to kidney failure, osteoporosis, and nerve damage.
– Durian Industry: Many shipments are rejected, reducing export value.
🔧 Solutions: Methods for remediating Cadmium-contaminated soil are being applied. Stay tuned for the next VNF Cadimi Carousel series for more insights.
