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Methylene Urea Fertilizers and Sulphur Coated Urea

Advanced Fertilizers

Ballestra believes advanced fertilizers need not be exotic and profit-eating solutions outside the fertiliser value chain.

Methylene Urea Fertilizers: A Sustainable Solution for Plant Nutrition

Methylene urea fertilizers are a class of slow-release nitrogen fertilizers widely used in modern agriculture and horticulture. These fertilizers are formulated by combining urea with formaldehyde under controlled conditions, resulting in a polymerized product with varying chain lengths. This unique structure makes methylene urea an effective and sustainable option for providing long-term nitrogen supply to plants.





Methylene urea fertilizers represent an advanced solution for sustainable agriculture, addressing the need for efficient nitrogen management. Their slow-release properties, environmental benefits, and wide applicability make them a preferred choice for farmers, gardeners, and landscapers looking to balance productivity with environmental stewardship.

Key Features of Methylene Urea Fertilizers

  • Slow-Release Mechanism: The nitrogen in methylene urea is released gradually through microbial activity in the soil. This slow-release property minimizes the risk of nitrogen leaching and volatilization, ensuring efficient use of nutrients.
  • Improved Nutrient Availability: The gradual release aligns with the nitrogen uptake needs of plants, reducing the risk of over-fertilization and promoting healthy, steady growth.
  • Environmental Benefits: By minimizing nitrogen losses to the environment, methylene urea fertilizers help reduce groundwater contamination, greenhouse gas emissions, and other environmental impacts associated with conventional nitrogen fertilizers.
  • Longevity: These fertilizers provide a consistent nutrient supply over a pre-designed period, ranging from weeks to months, reducing the frequency of application.

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