Agricultural Chemical Handling Equipment Supplier

Chemical fertilizer refers to any synthetic compound substances used to increase crop yield. Most chemical fertilizers are created from a complex blend of ammonium phosphate, nitrogen, and potassium.

Farmers use these fertilizers because they provide nutrients the soil needs to promote crop growth. In recent years, chemical fertilizers have grown in popularity because they are affordable and offer quicker growth than organic options. Still, the consequences of poor fertilizer measurements are severe, including:

While chemical fertilizers promote plant growth, they don’t promote healthy soil growth. An overabundance of chemical fertilizer causes long-term damage to the soil as important nutrients aren’t replenished.

One of the most serious consequences of improper fertilizer measurements is over-fertilization. Using too much chemical fertilizer kills plant life and upsets the soil’s ecosystem. Having the proper balance of materials helps prevent over-fertilization.

Using the wrong fertilizer measurements leads to a chemical buildup in the soil that permanently alters the ground’s pH balance. This leads to the release of greenhouse gases from the ground and damages the surrounding environment.

Herbicides are substances used to control or kill unwanted vegetation. Row-crop farmers apply herbicides before and during planting to minimize other vegetation; this allows growers to maximize crop productivity. However, using the wrong herbicide measure cups leads to unintended consequences, including:

Using improper herbicide measurements increases the risk of exposure. Most herbicides are toxic and high concentrations can lead to severe eye and skin damage. Wearing proper PPE gear also minimizes the health risks of herbicides.

Distributing excess amounts of herbicides increases the risk of water runoff. Herbicides not intended for water damages local fish populations and aquatic vegetation and impact the overall quality of the water source.

Weeds can become resistant to herbicides when they are overused. The resistance affects the yield of crops and increases the overall presence of herbicides in the soil.

Growers use animal pesticides to promote crop growth by killing unwanted plants and animals. While effective at improving crop yields and controlling invasive species, poor control measures of pesticides lead to various issues, including:

Most pesticides pose serious health risks to humans, and poor measurements increase those risks. When ingested, pesticides lead to negative effects that range from skin irritations to cancer. Wearing proper agriculture safety equipment also provides good protection from pesticides.

Pesticide particles that don’t sink into the soil risk being carried by the wind into local water sources. When this happens, the pesticide contaminates the water, posing a significant threat to fish and aquatic plant life.

Heavy use of pesticides impacts future soil fertility by destroying soil organisms that promote the growth of important nutrients.

While chemical fertilizers promote plant growth, they don’t promote healthy soil growth. An overabundance of chemical fertilizer causes long-term damage to the soil as important nutrients aren’t replenished.

Our ACCUPOUR chemical measuring containers are designed to provide unmatched accuracy, precision, and durability. The measure products we supply are made from high-density polypropylene, meaning they are simultaneously food safe and chemical resistant. Our agricultural chemical handling equipment options include:

Our chemical measuring pitchers feature an innovative ergonomic design that provides consistent, reliable measurements. The unique handle provides user comfort while wearing gloves, and the open handle offers improved control.

Axiom supplies ready-to-use measuring containers that allow your workers to measure chemicals while in the field easily. Our tip-and-pour containers and squeeze-and-pour containers have various industrial applications.

Measuring accuracy becomes more critical when working with smaller quantities. Axiom’s selection of measuring spoons and cups provides accurate and reliable measurement. We offer standard sizes but offer customized scales to meet your specific applications.