Protecting Water Quality : TIMAC AGRO's Innovative Solutions
Water quality has been a growing concern since the 1980s. While nitrogen is a vital component of aquatic ecosystems, excessive amounts can become toxic, leading to health issues, damage to aquatic flora and fauna, and economic impacts. One major problem is the increase in algae due to higher nitrate levels, which depletes oxygen in water and causes the death of other living organisms.
The Problem of Nitrate Leaching
The high mobility of nitrogen in soil and its susceptibility to leaching, combined with increased use of nitrogen fertilizers, have resulted in elevated nitrate levels in water. This has prompted various regulations worldwide to control nitrogen use by farmers and reduce nitrate pollution in water sources.
Groundwater can have several impacts due to the leaching, and accumulation of soluble and polluting elements (N, P, and K) in water makes it unsuitable for consumption.
To fight this issue, European regulations require member states to reduce nitrate concentrations in water to protect public health and the environment.
TIMAC AGRO's Commitment to Reducing Nitrate Leaching
TIMAC AGRO is committed to handling this issue and finding out innovative solutions to help farmers. Our technologies are designed to minimize losses and washout of nutrients. With its on-demand fertilizer technologies, TIMAC AGRO creates fertilizers that release nutrients as needed, preventing excess nitrogen and phosphorous from entering the environment.
- Rhizovit LCN: Reduces nitrate leaching by 22% compared to an untreated urea and competitor stabilizer (Agrotain Ultra). The decrease of N leaching reduces the risk of water surface eutrophication as well.
- N-Process: Cuts nitrate leaching by 28% compared to ammonium nitrate.
- TOP-PHOS & Hyper TOP-PHOS: Preserves soil fertility thanks to environmental losses reduction and thus water eutrophication. They participate to the European Green Deal through the reduction of P.
- D-Coder: Prevents high N and P in soil water
- Duo Maxx: Reduces nitrate leaching by 47%, P runoff by 55% compared to control.
Through these collaborations, TIMAC AGRO continues to innovate and enhance its products, ensuring they meet regulatory standards and contribute to a healthier environment. Protecting water quality is crucial for sustainable agriculture and public health. By reducing nitrate leaching and optimizing nutrient management, TIMAC AGRO’s solutions play a significant role in safeguarding our water resources and supporting the fight against eutrophication.
