Irrigation with Treated Municipal Wastewater on Artichoke Crop: Assessment of Soil and Yield Heavy Metal Content and Human Risk

Irrigation with Treated Municipal Wastewater on Artichoke Crop: Assessment of Soil and Yield Heavy Metal Content and Human Risk

Industrial and municipal wastewaters are often used for irrigating agricultural fields in arid and semi-arid countries, representing the most attractive option to alleviate pressure on fresh-water resources. However, the wastewater may contain various potentially toxic elements and organic matters w...

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Main Authors: Giuseppe Gatta, Anna Gagliardi, Grazia Disciglio, Antonio Lonigro, Matteo Francavilla, Emanuele Tarantino, Marcella Michela Giuliani
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-03-01
Series:Water
Subjects:
globe artichoke
treated wastewater re-use
irrigation
heavy metal
risk assessment
bioaccumulation factor
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/10/3/255

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