Brussels, 04/08/2003 (Agence Europe) - On 1 August, the European Commission launched an 8 week internet consultation on a draft proposal to gradually introduce upper limits for cadmium in phosphate fertilizers. Cadmium is a toxic heavy metal naturally present at low concentrations in the environment. The proposal would see a step by step introduction of maximum cadmium levels in fertilizers over a period of several years to allow phosphate suppliers the necessary time to adapt to the new...