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Area of Science:

  • Agricultural Science
  • Materials Science
  • Environmental Science

Background:

  • Lignin is the most abundant renewable aromatic biopolymer.
  • Sustainable agriculture requires efficient nutrient delivery systems.
  • Controlled-release fertilizers (CRFs) minimize nutrient loss and environmental impact.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the manufacturing processes of various lignin-based CRFs.
  • To discuss the mechanisms of controlled nutrient release from lignin.
  • To propose evaluation criteria for lignin-based CRFs efficiency.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic summarization of lignin-based coated, chemically modified, chelated, and hydrogel CRFs.
  • Analysis of lignin structure modification for enhanced nutrient interaction.
  • Discussion of controlled release mechanisms.

Main Results:

  • Lignin can be processed into physically impeded, chemically modified, and chelated CRFs.
  • Lignin hydrogels offer another avenue for CRF development.
  • Lignin-based CRFs demonstrate exceptional controlled-release properties.

Conclusions:

  • Lignin-based CRFs significantly enhance nutrient use efficiency.
  • The application of lignin CRFs promotes environmental protection.
  • Lignin is a promising sustainable resource for advanced fertilizer technologies.