Muriate of Potash 60%
Product Description
Analysis: 0-0-60; also available in slightly varying analyses
Also known as MOP 60% and Red Potash, Muriate of Potash 60% is conventionally mined from potassium-rich salts, most commonly potassium chloride (KCl). The ore is ground down and then filtered out by suspension.
Properties:
- Generally has a red or pink colour due to iron impurities
- Water soluble
- Granular product
- One of the oldest and most commonly used types of fertilizer
Advantages:
- Easy to handle and store
- Mixes well with most fertilizers
Application methods:
- Broadcast (surface-applied) or banded (adjacent to the seedbed)
Availability
Available from various external sources
