Rising focus over improving crop yield productivity is augmenting the growth of the potash fertilizers market
Potash,
a trade name for Potash-Base, is a trade name generally applied to the salts of
potassium salts, also known as Potash of Sulfate. Potash is a generic term
typically used to define potassium chloride (KCL), more popularly known as
Muriate of Potash. However, it's also a broader category that includes other
more specialized chemicals like Sulfate of Potash (SOP) and Sulfate of Sulfate.
Potash fertilizers are both inorganic compounds usually derived from potassium
salts of plants or from sodium ions obtained by electrolysis.
Growing
demand for improving the overall crop productivity due to the increasing
population around the globe is driving the growth of the potash
fertilizers market. Moreover, the increasing use of potash fertilizers in
various crops, especially fruits & vegetables is again fueling the growth
of the market. The growing focus of key manufacturers to increase the
production capacity of potash is also projected to propel the growth of the
market. Canada’s Nutrien Ltd, the producer of potash fertilizer has announced
its plan to expand its annual production capacity by 5 million tonnes after
2023, around the time that metals miner BHP Billiton is considering a move into
potash.
The
Asia Pacific is projected to gain significant growth over the forecast period
and this is attributed to the strong presence of the agriculture industry in
the region. Farmers in the region are adopting advanced farming practices and
tools to enhance productivity this is creating demand for potash fertilizers.
According to the India Brand Equity Foundation, agriculture is the primary
source of livelihood for about 58% of India’s population. Gross Value Added
(GVA) by agriculture, forestry, and fishing was estimated at Rs. 19.48 lakh
crore (US$ 276.37 billion) in FY20 (PE). Growth in GVA in agriculture and
allied sectors stood at 4% in FY20.
Key Developments:
1. Perstorp has entered the
fertilizer market through the launch of Amicult™ K42. This chloride-free
potassium source is shown to have a high solubility and absorption rate,
without increasing salinity or clogging foliar and drip irrigation systems.
2. In November 2020, AgroLiquid has
added a new liquid phosphorus product, springuP to its crop nutrition
portfolio. This quick-release, readily available product helps growers get
their crops off to a strong start.
3. In July 2018, COMPO EXPERT GmbH a
manufacturer of specialty fertilizers has entered into a strategic partnership
with Transworld Furtichem Pvt. Ltd. (Transworld Furtichem), a significant
fertilizer manufacturer in India. NPK compounds, Water-soluble NPK, Granulated
Single Super Phosphate, Magnesium Sulphate, Sulphate of potash are product
portfolios of Transworld Furtichem.
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