Gypsum
Gypsum
Gypsum (Calcium Sulphate Dihydrate – CaSO₄·2H₂O) is a naturally occurring mineral widely used in agriculture as a soil conditioner and secondary nutrient source. It provides essential calcium (Ca) and sulphur (S) to crops while improving soil structure, reducing compaction, and enhancing water infiltration. Unlike lime, gypsum does not alter soil pH, making it ideal for reclaiming sodic and saline soils.
Overview
Gypsum (Calcium Sulphate Dihydrate – CaSO₄·2H₂O) is a naturally occurring mineral widely used in agriculture as a soil conditioner and secondary nutrient source. It provides essential calcium (Ca) and sulphur (S) to crops while improving soil structure, reducing compaction, and enhancing water infiltration. Unlike lime, gypsum does not alter soil pH, making it ideal for reclaiming sodic and saline soils.
Key Features & Benefits
1)Supplies essential Calcium (Ca 18–20%) and Sulphur (S 12–15%).
2)Improves soil structure by reducing compaction and crusting.
3)Enhances root growth and water/nutrient uptake.
4)Reclaims sodic soils by replacing sodium with calcium.
5)Improves water infiltration and reduces runoff/erosion.
6)Boosts protein synthesis and oil content in oilseeds.
7)Promotes better crop quality, yield, and disease resistance.
8)Environmentally safe and non-toxic for long-term use.
2)Improves soil structure by reducing compaction and crusting.
3)Enhances root growth and water/nutrient uptake.
4)Reclaims sodic soils by replacing sodium with calcium.
5)Improves water infiltration and reduces runoff/erosion.
6)Boosts protein synthesis and oil content in oilseeds.
7)Promotes better crop quality, yield, and disease resistance.
8)Environmentally safe and non-toxic for long-term use.
Specifications & Packaging
1)Chemical Formula: CaSO₄·2H₂O
2)Calcium (Ca): 18–20%
3)Sulphur (S): 12–15%
4)Form: Fine white/grey powder or granules
5)Solubility: Slightly soluble in water (slow-release action)
6)pH (5% suspension): 6–7 (neutral)
7)Packaging: 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg, 50 kg HDPE/PP woven bags with liner
2)Calcium (Ca): 18–20%
3)Sulphur (S): 12–15%
4)Form: Fine white/grey powder or granules
5)Solubility: Slightly soluble in water (slow-release action)
6)pH (5% suspension): 6–7 (neutral)
7)Packaging: 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg, 50 kg HDPE/PP woven bags with liner
Applications
1)Suitable for cereals (wheat, rice, maize, barley), pulses, and oilseeds.
2)Highly recommended for groundnut, soybean, mustard, and sunflower (improves oil content).
3)Widely used in fruit crops like grapes, banana, citrus, and pomegranate.
4)Beneficial for vegetables such as onion, garlic, potato, and leafy greens.
5)Used for soil reclamation in sodic and saline soils.
6)Improves soil fertility and long-term productivity.
2)Highly recommended for groundnut, soybean, mustard, and sunflower (improves oil content).
3)Widely used in fruit crops like grapes, banana, citrus, and pomegranate.
4)Beneficial for vegetables such as onion, garlic, potato, and leafy greens.
5)Used for soil reclamation in sodic and saline soils.
6)Improves soil fertility and long-term productivity.
Usage Note
1)Soil Application (Nutrient Supply): 100–150 kg per acre depending on crop and soil test.
2)Soil Reclamation: 500–1000 kg per acre depending on soil sodicity and pH levels.
3)Apply at the time of land preparation and mix well into the soil.
4)Can be combined with organic manure or fertilizers for improved efficiency.
2)Soil Reclamation: 500–1000 kg per acre depending on soil sodicity and pH levels.
3)Apply at the time of land preparation and mix well into the soil.
4)Can be combined with organic manure or fertilizers for improved efficiency.
Safety & Handling
1)Store in a dry place to avoid caking.
2)Non-toxic, safe for handling and long-term soil use.
3)Use gloves and dust masks while handling fine powder.
4)Avoid inhalation of dust; use in well-ventilated areas.
5)Keep away from moisture and direct sunlight.
2)Non-toxic, safe for handling and long-term soil use.
3)Use gloves and dust masks while handling fine powder.
4)Avoid inhalation of dust; use in well-ventilated areas.
5)Keep away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Why ChemMin
1)High-quality, agriculture-grade gypsum with guaranteed nutrient content.
2)Carefully processed for consistent purity and efficiency.
3)Trusted by farmers for soil conditioning and micronutrient enrichment.
4)Backed by ChemMin’s agronomic expertise and technical guidance.
5)Sustainable and eco-friendly solution for soil health and crop productivity.
2)Carefully processed for consistent purity and efficiency.
3)Trusted by farmers for soil conditioning and micronutrient enrichment.
4)Backed by ChemMin’s agronomic expertise and technical guidance.
5)Sustainable and eco-friendly solution for soil health and crop productivity.