Controlled-Release Technology

Controlled-Release Technology

Our industry-leading polyurethane coating technology gives fertilizers the ability to provide predictable, consistent nutrient release based on temperature, and our advanced polymer coating technology delivers consistent nutrition for various longevities.

Markets

Agriculture
The business of agriculture is rapidly changing, and today there are fewer farmers growing crops and livestock for a much larger population. Efficiency and productivity are critical, and that's where Agrium Advanced Technologies has made tremendous contributions.

Newer products such as ESN® Controlled-Release "Environmentally Smart Nitrogen" fertilizer and ULTRA YIELD micronutrients from Agrium Advanced Technologies are proving to be very beneficial for increasing yields on many major crops, including corn, wheat, potatoes, cotton, canola, and forage crops.

High Value Agriculture
In the agriculture industry, the term "specialty crops" is an appropriate description, because these high-value markets - such as fruits, nuts and vegetables - require such special care and treatment. Specialty crops can't be grown or cultivated just anywhere, and their unique agronomic needs require specialized fertilizers as well.

Agrium Advanced Technologies has adapted our exclusive manufacturing processes to develop highly effective controlled-release fertilizers and micronutrient packages especially for growers of specialty crops. These products are proving to deliver maximum nutrients with significant economic and environmental advantages over traditional fertilizer choices.