“Growing Demand in Agriculture”
- The agricultural sector is a major driver of copper sulfate pentahydrate demand, as it is widely used as a fungicide, herbicide, and micronutrient to enhance crop health, protect against fungal diseases, and improve soil quality. This aligns with the global push toward sustainable and precision farming techniques improving crop yield and resilience
- For instance, companies such as Zhejiang Fenglong New Material Co., Ltd. are expanding their copper sulfate pentahydrate production to supply the demand from farmers in Asia-Pacific, which is the largest regional market driven by intensive agriculture in countries such as China and India
- Demand from expanding organic and integrated pest management (IPM) farming practices also contributes to growth, as copper sulfate is often positioned as a safer, approved treatment option
- Rising awareness of micronutrient deficiencies in soils worldwide is prompting greater adoption of copper sulfate-based fertilizers in regions with poor soil conditions
- Growing exports of high-value fruits and vegetables and the need to meet stringent import regulations for pesticide residue are pushing the use of copper sulfate formulations to ensure compliance
- Technological innovation in granular and slow-release formulations is improving application efficiency and reducing environmental impact, fueling further interest in the agricultural segmen
