Role of sulphur in soil and plant nutrition

To all those interested in the future of agriculture in the world. Sulphur (S) is one of 16 elements essential for crop growth. Although sulphur is considered a secondary nutrient, it is often called the fourth major nutrient ranking just below nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Deficiencies of sulphur in crop production are increasing worldwide. Modern agriculture requires adequate fertilization of Sulphur to achieve maximum crop yield and performances. Plants use sulphate, the oxidized form of sulphur existing in the soil, as a sulphur source Sulphur plays an important role in the availability of phosphorus and micro-nutrients. Sulphur application increase Phosphorus availability and also soluble phosphorus in the soil surface layer.