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INORGANIC FERTILIZER

Inorganic fertilizers are chemical-based products that provide essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium for plant growth, available in various forms such as granules, powders, and liquids. While they offer immediate benefits to plants, their overuse can lead to environmental issues like soil degradation and nutrient leaching. Proper management is crucial for sustainable agricultural practices to minimize negative impacts on ecosystems.

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INORGANIC FERTILIZER

Inorganic fertilizers are chemical-based products that provide essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium for plant growth, available in various forms such as granules, powders, and liquids. While they offer immediate benefits to plants, their overuse can lead to environmental issues like soil degradation and nutrient leaching. Proper management is crucial for sustainable agricultural practices to minimize negative impacts on ecosystems.

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INORGANIC

FERTILIZER
By: Ms. Mesheil R. Taladro
Inorganic fertilizers are chemical-based fertilizers
containing essential nutrients required for plant growth.
They are manufactured through industrial processes and
typically contain concentrated forms of nitrogen,
phosphorus, and potassium, which are the primary
macronutrients necessary for plant development.
These fertilizers are often formulated to release
nutrients rapidly, providing immediate benefits to plants.
However, their fast-acting nature can also lead to nutrient
leaching, where excess nutrients wash away into the
environment, causing pollution and potentially harming
ecosystems.
Inorganic fertilizers are available in various forms such as
granules, powders, liquids, and soluble crystals, allowing for
different application methods depending on the specific needs
of the plants and the soil conditions. They are commonly used
in agriculture, horticulture, and gardening to supplement soil
fertility and promote plant growth.
Despite their effectiveness in providing readily available
nutrients to plants, inorganic fertilizers have drawbacks.
Overuse can lead to soil degradation, nutrient imbalances, and
environmental pollution. Therefore, their application must be
carefully managed to ensure sustainable agricultural practices
and minimize negative impacts on the environment.
FORMS OF INORGANIC FERTILIZERS
Nitrogen Fertilizers MOLECULAR
• Urea: Urea is a solid granular fertilizer FORMULA
containing high levels of nitrogen. It is
widely used in agriculture and is suitable H2NCONH
for application to a wide range of crops. 2
• Ammonium Nitrate: This fertilizer
contains both ammonium and nitrate forms NH4NO3
of nitrogen, providing quick-release
nitrogen to plants.
• Ammonium Sulfate: It contains nitrogen
in the ammonium form and sulfur. It is ( NH 4 ) 2
commonly used for crops that require both SO 4
nitrogen and sulfur.
GRANULES POWDER LIQUID

Urea
46-0-0

Ammonium
Nitrate
34-0-0

Ammonium
Sulfate
21-0-0
FORMS OF INORGANIC FERTILIZERS
Phosphorus Fertilizers MOLECULAR
• Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP): MAP is FORMULA
a fertilizer containing phosphorus and
nitrogen. It provides a quick-release source of (NH4)H2P
phosphorus for plant uptake. O4
• Diammonium Phosphate (DAP): DAP is
similar to MAP but contains a higher
percentage of nitrogen. It is commonly used (NH4)2HPO4
for crops that require both phosphorus and
nitrogen.
• Triple Superphosphate (TSP): TSP is a
concentrated form of phosphorus and is often Ca(H2PO4)2·
used as a starter fertilizer or for crops with H2O
high phosphorus requirements.
GRANULES POWDER LIQUID

Monoammoni
um
Phosphate
11-52-0

Diammoniu
m
Phosphate
18-46-0

Triple
Superphosp
hate
0-46-0
FORMS OF INORGANIC FERTILIZERS
Potassium Fertilizers MOLECULAR
• Potassium Chloride (Muriate of FORMULA
Potash): Potassium chloride is a common
source of potassium in fertilizers. It provides KCl
a readily available form of potassium for
plant uptake.
• Potassium Sulfate: This fertilizer contains K2SO4
potassium and sulfur. It is suitable for crops
that require potassium without adding
chloride to the soil.
• Potassium Nitrate: Potassium nitrate KNO3
contains potassium and nitrogen. It
provides a dual nutrient source for plants.
GRANULES POWDER LIQUID

Potassium
Chloride
0-0-60

Potassium
Sulfate
0-0-50

Potassium
Nitrate
13-0-46
FORMS OF INORGANIC FERTILIZERS
Compound Fertilizers

• NPK Blends: Compound fertilizers contain a


mixture of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in
varying ratios to meet specific crop requirements.
They are available in granular or liquid forms.
• Complex Fertilizers: Complex fertilizers contain
two or more primary nutrients (NPK) along with
secondary or micronutrients. They provide a
balanced nutrient supply to plants.
NPK
Blends
• 5.24.24
• 13.13.20
• 14.14.20
• 12.15.20
• 16.16.16
• 17.6.24
• 20.10.10
• 24.0.15
• 25.5.5
• 27.6.6
FORMS OF INORGANIC FERTILIZERS
Micronutrient Fertilizers

• Zinc Sulfate, Copper Sulfate,


Iron Chelates: These are examples
of inorganic fertilizers used to supply
essential micronutrients to plants
when deficiencies occur.
QUIZ
1-5 TIME
FORMS OF INORGANIC FERTILIZER
6-8 Nitrogen Fertilizers
9-11 Phosphorus Fertilizers
12-15 Potassium Fertilizers
16-17 Compound Fertilizers
18-20 Micronutrient Fertilizers

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