Sulfur polymer composites as controlled-release fertilisers

Org Biomol Chem. 2019 Feb 13;17(7):1929-1936. doi: 10.1039/c8ob02130a.

Abstract

Sulfur polymer composites were prepared by the reaction of canola oil and elemental sulfur in the presence of the NPK fertiliser components ammonium sulfate, calcium hydrogen phosphate, and potassium chloride. These composites released nutrients in a controlled fashion, resulting in less wasted fertiliser and better health for potted tomato plants when compared to free NPK.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't