K+S Aktiengesellschaft (SDF)

Overview

K+S Aktiengesellschaft, tracing its origins back to 1889, stands as a prominent entity in the global mineral products industry, catering to a diverse range of sectors including agriculture, industry, consumers, and communities worldwide. With its headquarters in Kassel, Germany, K+S embodies a long-standing heritage of expertise in the mining and processing of mineral resources. The company's operational footprint spans across multiple countries, ensuring a robust supply of essential minerals chiefly for agricultural and industrial applications. Through its extensive suite of products, K+S actively contributes to addressing some of the critical challenges such as food security and environmental sustainability, underpinned by a firm commitment to quality and innovation.

Products and Services

• Potassium Chloride - This core product is primarily aimed at enhancing the yield and quality of various crops including grains, corn, rice, and soybeans. Potassium Chloride is an essential nutrient that supports plant growth and drought resistance.
• Fertilizer Specialties - Formulated for crops requiring additional magnesium and sulfur, such as rapeseed and potatoes, as well as chloride-sensitive varieties like citrus, grapes, and vegetables. These specialties ensure balanced nutrition for specific cultivation needs.
• Water-Soluble Fertilizers - These are designed for fertigation processes, providing a water-soluble nutrient supply to plants through irrigation systems. Brands like KALISOP, KORN-KALI, and PATENTKALI are included in this category, suitable for efficient and targeted fertilization.
• Potash, Magnesium, and Salt Products for Industrial Applications - Beyond agriculture, K+S supplies a range of products for varied industrial uses. This includes APISAL, a high-quality salt for pharmaceutical applications, AXAL and KASA salts for water softening, k-DRILL for de-icing, NUTRIKS animal feed, REGENIT salt tablets for water treatment, and SOLSEL for pool maintenance.
• EPSO Products - A comprehensive line of sulfate-based fertilizers, including EPSO TOP, EPSO MICROTOP, EPSO COMBITOP, EPSO PROFITOP, and EPSO BORTOP, tailored to meet specific nutrient requirements and enhance crop resilience and productivity.