Climate change and water scarcity pose significant challenges to traditional farming methods.
As climate change and water scarcity increasingly challenge agricultural production, organic farms in drought-prone areas are feeling the impact acutely.
Have you ever wondered why your plants aren’t thriving even though your soil looks fine? Healthy soil is the foundation for plant growth, and improving it is essential for easier, more productive gardening. Here are some effective ways to boost soil quality and keep your plants growing strong.
According to statistics and forecasts by APO Research, the global hydrogel market sales in 2023 will be approximately $1.42 billion. It is expected to grow steadily with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 5.0% during the forecast period from 2024 to 2030. This growth trend is driven by the extensive application fields of hydrogels, including personal care, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and biomedicine.
Flowers play a vital role in beautifying our environment and enhancing our quality of life. However, their cultivation and care require meticulous management, especially regarding water supply. With advancements in technology, SAP Soil Hydrogel (Super Absorbent Polymers) has emerged as an innovative solution in the flower cultivation field. These modern materials not only improve planting efficiency but also significantly enhance the quality of flower growth.
Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) is a polymeric material with a three-dimensional network structure. Its molecular chains contain hydrophilic groups such as hydroxyl (-OH) and carboxyl (-COOH). It is synthesized from unsaturated monomers (e.g., acrylic acid, acrylamide) through a polymerization process involving crosslinking agents and initiators, resulting in functional polymer materials. Currently, there are many market classifications such as sodium polyacrylate, potassium polyacrylate, and polyacrylamide.
As global agriculture rapidly advances, the fertilizer industry plays a crucial role in securing food safety. However, the issues of high input and low efficiency of traditional fertilizers continue to plague farmers and agricultural enterprises. The application of Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) offers a breakthrough solution for the fertilizer market, enhancing nutrient utilization significantly through its unique water absorption and retention capabilities, positioning it as a vital player in the future agricultural market.
Since the 21st century, with the strengthening of climate change, afforestation, drought resistance, and water-saving measures, the research and application of soil water-retaining hydrogel have played an important role in soil improvement, urban greening and barren slope afforestation, water and soil conservation, slope management, reclamation of abandoned mining areas, and the development of new types of water-retaining fertilizers.
Currently, hydrogels are the most promising materials in polymer and materials science. Due to their soft and tissue-like properties and high water content, hydrogels have a wide range of applications, such as in tissue engineering and wound dressings.
In recent years, with the development of hydrogels, particularly superabsorbent hydrogels, a new type of fertilizer has emerged, namely water-retaining slow/controlled-release fertilizers.
Globally, agricultural water shortage are becoming increasingly severe. Climate change and population growth have led to water resource shortages, which have become a key factor limiting agricultural development. According to the United Nations' 2023 World Water Development Report, approximately 2 billion people worldwide face drinking water security issues, with agricultural water use accounting for 70% of global water extraction. In response to this challenge, the advent of agricultural water retaining agents has not only effectively improved soil moisture utilization efficiency but also reduced water waste, playing a crucial role in the sustainable development of agriculture.
As water resources become increasingly scarce, hydrogel materials are becoming more important as soil conditioners in the agricultural sector, especially in areas with limited water supply.
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