Results for tag: "Lime Sulfur"

The Lime Sulfur market is part of the broader chemicals sector, centered around the production and distribution of lime sulfur, a chemical compound traditionally used as an insecticide and fungicide, particularly in the agriculture and horticulture industries. Formed from reacting calcium hydroxide with sulfur, it is also known as calcium polysulfide. Its applications extend beyond pest control into areas such as veterinary medicine, where it's used as a dip for pets to treat certain skin diseases, and in organic farming, where it serves as an environmentally friendly alternative to synthetic chemicals. The market for lime sulfur is influenced by agricultural trends, pest prevalence, regulations on chemical usage, and shifts towards sustainable farming practices. Innovation and technology advancements also drive the lime sulfur market, as players seek more effective and efficient means of production and application. Some key companies operating within the lime sulfur market include Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc., which provides a broad range of services and products across different sectors including agriculture; Martin Operating Partnership L.P., known for producing and marketing sulfur-based agricultural products; and Miller Chemical & Fertilizer, LLC, a company that produces adjuvants, fertilizers, and pesticides for agricultural use. These companies, along with others in the market, play a vital role in the supply chain of agricultural chemicals, catering to the needs of diverse clients ranging from individual growers to large-scale farming operations. Show Less Read more