What Are the Environmental Benefits of Controlling Fertilizer Dust? Agriculture, as one of the main sources of food production worldwide, is still a major contributor to environmental degradation. However, one environmental issue that has not gotten much attention is the dust produced by fertilizers. The manufacturing, storage, transportation, and application of fertilizers generate very fine dust particles that enter the air and negatively impact both the environment and human health. The particles can travel long distances, settle in soils and water bodies, and contribute to pollution. Read More: https://naqglobal.weebly.com/blog/environmental-benefits-of-fertilizer-dust-control