Soil Fertility, Fertilizers, And Crop Nutrition: The Future of Fertilizer
The fertilizer industry has drastically changed since the world first discovered a need for plant nutrition. As today’s farmers continue to focus on nutrient management, efficiency, and sustainability, the future of the industry will be shaped by innovations that can improve nutrient delivery, reduce loss, maximize yields, minimize environmental impacts, and promote soil health. The industry is already witnessing rapid change as new products and nutrient management tools are brought to the market.
In this article from the July-August 2024 issue of Crops & Soil Magazine, Robert Mikkelsen, Director of Agronomic Services at Yara International, and Alan Blaylock, Senior Agronomist at Nutrien, explore the factors that will shape the future of the industry. They take a closer look at modern fertilizer production and processes, discuss nutrient resources and reserves, acknowledge the demand for new products and practices, uncover opportunities for improving plant nutrition sustainability, and explore the need to support growers in increasing their yields on existing acreage. This is part three of a three-part series focused on the past, present, and future of the fertilizer industry.
This article is also available for 1.5 CEU credits if read via ASA’s classroom subscription.
