As one of the primary macronutrients, potassium’s role in meeting global nutrition and food security needs cannot be understated. As the industry continues to adapt to meet the evolving demands of the global population, a few trends have come to the forefront in recent years. …
Made up of sylvite (KCl) and halite (NaCl), sylvinite is an evaporite mineral that serves as the world’s primary source of potash – a nutrient critical to maintaining global food security. Froth flotation is widely used for separating KCl from NaCl and other undesirable components …
Potassium and ammonium salts are essential in supplementing crop nutritional requirements. While the granulation of these materials has traditionally been carried out via roll compaction, the demand for a more round and less angular product is causing some fertilizer producers to introduce an additional production …
As one of the primary macronutrients, it is well understood that potassium is a key contributor to the overall health and quality of plants; potassium plays a vital role in many of the physiological processes that occur within a plant during growth, including contributing to …
Potash is the general name given to various inorganic compounds that contain potassium in a water-soluble form. A number of common potassium compounds exist, including potassium carbonate and potassium chloride. Before the industrial era, potash was obtained by leaching wood ashes in a pot (hence …
In 2015, FEECO released the Potash Processing Handbook – a comprehensive resource dedicated to providing insight on the many processes and considerations that go into turning potash into a fertilizer product, from pelletizing to drying, and even handling. The handbook quickly captured the interest of …
Australia, a nation that has previously relied solely on imports of potassium, is quickly becoming a hotbed for potash production, particularly when it comes to the high-value MOP alternative, SOP (sulfate of potash). SOP exhibits characteristics that make it especially suitable for many Australian soils …
Despite a challenging agriculture market, potash, the principal source of potassium fertilizers, is expected to see expanded demand in the coming years as feeding the growing population becomes an ever-more-pressing global issue. While potash producers already put considerable effort into managing product quality, they will …
Potash coolers are an important step in the potash manufacturing process. While a straightforward task, it is still a large undertaking that requires flexibility and expertise in order to finish with a better potash product overall. Why Use a Potash Cooler Potash coolers provide a …
Potash pelletization is a reliable and beneficial method of processing potash. In fact, it is gaining popularity with fertilizer manufacturers looking for a premium, refined product that delivers nutrients quickly. However, a lot of work is required in order to produce an optimal potash pellet. …