Definition of «synthetic fertilizers»

Synthetic fertilizers are man-made substances used to provide essential nutrients to plants. They are formulated with chemicals and minerals that help plants grow bigger and healthier.

Sentences with «synthetic fertilizers»

  • From soil erosion and depletion of water resources to oceanic «dead zones» associated with synthetic fertilizer run - off and generation of major greenhouse gas emissions. (foe.org)
  • Commercial farming relies on synthetic fertilizer which in effect kills the soil. (nourishholisticnutrition.com)
  • More synthetic fertilizer manufacturers now make phosphorus - free products. (remonline.com)
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