IFDC: Why Soil Health?

The vision of the International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) is “Healthier soils and plants for a food-secure and sustainable world.” Why do we focus on soil health? Farmers plant seeds, which grow into plants that feed livestock and people. It seems simple, but the reality is far more complex. We take the soil beneath our… Continue

IFDC Welcomes Dr. Zachary P. Stewart as New Vice President of Research

  The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Zachary P. Stewart as the organization’s new Vice President of Research, effective January 27. Dr. Stewart succeeds Dr. Upendra Singh, who leaves an enduring legacy at IFDC after more than 30 years of groundbreaking work in soil fertility and systems modeling. Dr. Stewart brings… Continue

Exhibitor Spotlight: AIRMATIC

1. What products/technologies/services do you specialize in? Railcar Unloading/Transloading products and Services. Specifically, Gate Opening equipment, Railcar Vibrators, accessories to help facilitate railcar unloading (Gate Opener Drive Fittings & Extensions; Pocket-to-Undertrack Pollution Control Adapters; Vibrator Lifting Carts; Railcar Capstan Repair Tools, etc.   2. Please explain the benefits of your specialty. AIRMATIC makes covered hopper… Continue

UreaKnowHow: Join our 5-Day Urea Training Program 23-27 June 2025 in Amsterdam

A Unique Opportunity to Learn All about Urea: Most experienced Trainers (180+ years experience) recognized worldwide as the Experts Designed for new and experienced urea engineers, managers, shift-supervisors AND operators Updated with all latest developments of all licensors Independent trainers, not affiliated with any licensor Meet about 40 colleagues from the industry Group Discounts available… Continue

Presentation: Exhibitor Spotlight on LB Technology

View the presentation Granulation, the process of forming granules from a homogeneous powder is our cornerstone. We excel in wet granulation, utilizing liquid solutions, and compaction, a liquid-free method tailored to specific needs. In fertilizer production, granulation transforms raw materials into controlled granules for efficient handling. GRANULATION Our commitment to pioneering solutions merges efficiency with… Continue

Unlock the Future of Fertilizer Innovation at The Fertilizer Show

The Fertilizer Show, April 8 – 10 2025, Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida, USA We are pleased to announce that full registration for The Fertilizer Show Conference is now open with a Super Early Bird Discount available for the first 75 tickets – act fast to benefit from this limited discount, with a pass… Continue

Enhance Your Sample Analysis with FRITSCH’s New Mini Cutting Mill

FRITSCH, proudly presents its latest innovation, the PULVERISETTE 29 Mini Cutting Mill. The new PULVERISETTE 29 is the go-to solution for affordable, high-quality sample processing with homogeneous analytical fineness. This product sets a benchmark in reproducible sample preparation, crucial for analyzing moisture, raw fiber, ash, minerals, and more. This compact mill is perfect for small… Continue

LB Technology – Palmira Fertilizer Production Plant Inaugurated, Alarko Group, Türkiye

LB Technology celebrates the inauguration of the Palmira microgranules production plant for fertilizers in Türkiye, the result of a unique synergy with the Alarko group. This event marks a fundamental chapter highlighting LB’s ongoing commitment to providing cutting-edge and sustainable technological solutions. The start of production of the first two lines of the plant underlined… Continue