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Lignosulfonates in Agriculture

Natural chelating solutions for agricultural nutrition

Lignosulfonates for Agricultural Nutrition

Lignosulfonates are natural complexing agents used in agriculture to improve the handling, stability and delivery of micronutrients such as magnesium, zinc and manganese. Their water solubility and compatibility make them a practical option for foliar and fertigation programs focused on efficient crop nutrition.

Tangel Agro’s LIGNO range includes Ligno Mg, Ligno Mn, Ligno Zn, Ligno Mix and Ligno Zn-Mn, allowing nutrient-specific correction across different crops and growing conditions.

Lignosulfonates

Natural chelating agent based on lignosulfonic acid for agricultural nutrition.

Product type

Natural chelating agent (lignosulfonic acid).

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Magnesium complex formulated for rapid assimilation and the correction of magnesium deficiencies.

Composition %w/w

Magnesium oxide (water-soluble) 7,0 |  Magnesium oxide (complexed with LSA) 7,0  |  Natural Chelating Agent (Lignosulfonic Acid-LSA)

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Magnesium and micronutrient formulation developed to help prevent and correct multiple nutrient deficiencies.

Composition %w/w

Manganese (Mn) 2,50 | Zinc (Zn) 2,00 | Iron (Fe) 2,00 | Copper (Cu) 0,30 | Boron (B) 0,40 | Natural chelating agent (Lignosulfonic acid)

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Manganese deficiency corrector complexed with lignosulfonic acid to support stability and nutrient absorption.

Composition %w/w

Manganese 10,0 | Natural Chelating Agent (Lignosulfonic Acid)

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Zinc complex with a natural lignosulfonate chelating agent for foliar and root applications.

Composition %w/w

Zinc 9,0 | Natural Chelating Agent (Lignosulfonic Acid)

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Zinc and manganese formulation developed to prevent and correct deficiencies of both micronutrients.

Composition %w/w

Manganese (Mn) 4, 50 | Zinc (Zn) 4, 50 | Natural Chelating Agent (Lignosulfonic Acid)

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How Lignosulfonate Works in Agriculture

Lignosulfonates are used in agricultural nutrition as natural complexing agents. Their chelating properties help keep micronutrients stable and available in formulations, supporting efficient nutrient delivery to crops.

Tangel Agro uses lignosulfonic acid as a natural chelating agent in formulations containing magnesium, manganese, zinc and combinations of micronutrients. The range is intended for professional nutrient-management programs where deficiency prevention, correction and nutrient assimilation are key objectives.

Why Use Lignosulfonates as Chelating Agents?

In crop nutrition, lignosulfonates can complex mineral nutrients and help maintain their stability in agricultural formulations. This function is especially relevant for micronutrient products designed to prevent or correct deficiencies.

Within the Tangel Agro range, lignosulfonic acid is used as the natural chelating agent in magnesium, manganese, zinc and mixed-micronutrient solutions.

Lignosulfonate-Based Micronutrient Solutions

The range includes targeted products for magnesium, manganese and zinc nutrition as well as combined micronutrient formulations. For example, Ligno Mg is designed to correct magnesium deficiencies, Ligno Mn supports manganese correction, and Ligno Zn is intended for the prevention and correction of zinc deficiency through foliar or root application.

This gives growers and distributors several lignosulfonate-based options for integrating micronutrients into crop nutrition programs.

Lignosulfonate for Agriculture in Professional Crop Programs

Tangel Agro’s lignosulfonate-based products are designed for agricultural nutrition programs that require specific mineral or micronutrient correction. Product selection depends on the nutrient need: magnesium, manganese, zinc or a combination of micronutrients.

Explore our crop solutions and bioprotection range to build a broader crop-management program.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lignosulfonate for Agriculture

What is lignosulfonate used for in agriculture?

In agricultural nutrition, lignosulfonates are used as natural complexing and chelating agents. They help improve the stability and availability of mineral nutrients in agricultural formulations.

Why are lignosulfonates used with micronutrients?

Their complexing properties make lignosulfonates suitable for formulations containing micronutrients such as manganese and zinc. Tangel Agro also uses lignosulfonic acid in magnesium and mixed-micronutrient products.

Which Tangel Agro products use lignosulfonic acid?

The range includes Ligno Mg, Ligno Mix, Ligno Mn, Ligno Zn and Ligno Zn-Mn, alongside the general lignosulfonate chelating solution.

Can lignosulfonate-based zinc be applied to leaves and roots?

Ligno Zn is specifically described for both foliar and root application to help prevent and correct zinc deficiency.

What nutrient deficiencies can the Ligno range address?

Depending on the product, the range is designed for magnesium, manganese, zinc or combined micronutrient deficiencies.

Agricultural Nutrition and Bioprotection Expertise

Tangel Agro is a Spanish company with a global vision, focused on developing, producing and distributing agricultural nutrition and bioprotection solutions for professional crop programs.

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