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Nitrogen Chemicals of Zambia (NCZ) has commissioned a new fertiliser blending and granulating plant aimed at supporting climate-resilient agriculture and improving fertiliser supply in the country.
The development was disclosed during the 2025 Agriculture and Commercial Show, where the company participated under the show’s theme, “Adapting to Climate Change.”
In an interview, NCZ Senior Public Relations Officer, Chapu Katongo, said the facility included a blending unit with an annual capacity of 288,000 metric tonnes and a granulating section capable of producing 144,000 metric tonnes per year.
He said the plant enabled NCZ to produce customised fertiliser formulations based on specific soil and crop requirements.
He explained that the approach involved collecting soil samples from farmers, conducting laboratory analysis, and preparing fertiliser blends tailored to those results.
Katongo said this model aimed to increase nutrient efficiency, improve crop yields, and reduce the environmental effects of applying general-purpose fertilisers.
The facility also includes a cyclone dust collector system, designed to capture 90 to 95 percent of emissions produced during the manufacturing process.
According to NCZ, emissions are monitored and tested before disposal to minimise the impact on surrounding ecosystems, including the nearby Kafue River.
Katongo said the plant was part of NCZ’s broader effort to support sustainable agriculture and reduce the environmental footprint of fertiliser production.
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