Fertilizer consumption in Mozambique
Mozambique: Fertilizer consumption was 2,100.0% in 1983. ◆ Volatile
Fertilizer consumption in Mozambique, 1968–1983
Source: FAO electronic files and web site, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), publisher: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). Measured in % of fertilizer production.
Analysis
The most recent figure for fertilizer consumption in Mozambique is 2,100.0%, measured in 1983.
That represents a change of up 52.5% on the previous year and up 1,404.7% over ten years.
Over the whole period, fertilizer consumption in Mozambique peaked at 6,752.8% in 1969 and was at its lowest, 127.0%, in 1972.
Mozambique ranks 11th of 106 countries on this measure, in the top 10%.
The series is highly variable year to year, so single readings are best treated with caution.
Fertilizer consumption in Mozambique, year by year
| Year | % of fertilizer production | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 4,994.2% | — |
| 1969 | 6,752.8% | +35.2% |
| 1970 | 843.8% | -87.5% |
| 1971 | 363.2% | -57.0% |
| 1972 | 127.0% | -65.0% |
| 1973 | 139.6% | +9.8% |
| 1974 | 178.5% | +27.9% |
| 1975 | 151.3% | -15.3% |
| 1976 | 200.0% | +32.2% |
| 1977 | 198.6% | -0.7% |
| 1978 | 300.0% | +51.0% |
| 1979 | 412.1% | +37.4% |
| 1980 | 373.0% | -9.5% |
| 1981 | 811.8% | +117.6% |
| 1982 | 1,376.9% | +69.6% |
| 1983 | 2,100.0% | +52.5% |
Averages by decade
| Decade | Average | Lowest | Highest | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 5,873.5% | 4,994.2% | 6,752.8% | 2 |
| 1970s | 291.4% | 127.0% | 843.8% | 10 |
| 1980s | 1,165.4% | 373.0% | 2,100.0% | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
- What is fertilizer consumption in Mozambique?
- Fertilizer consumption in Mozambique was 2,100.0% in 1983, according to FAO electronic files and web site, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), publisher: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).
- What is the highest fertilizer consumption recorded in Mozambique?
- The highest recorded value was 6,752.8% in 1969.
- What is the lowest fertilizer consumption recorded in Mozambique?
- The lowest recorded value was 127.0% in 1972.
- How does Mozambique rank for fertilizer consumption?
- Mozambique ranks 11th out of 106 countries with data for 1983.
- Is fertilizer consumption rising or falling in Mozambique?
- Over the last ten years it is up 1,404.7%. The long-run trend across the full record is volatile.
- Where does this Mozambique data come from?
- The figures come from FAO electronic files and web site, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), publisher: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), published as part of Fertilizer consumption (% of fertilizer production). Statizoid updates them automatically from the source API.
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About this data
Fertilizer consumption measures the quantity of plant nutrients and is calculated as production plus imports minus exports. Fertilizer products cover nitrogenous, potash, and phosphate fertilizers (including ground rock phosphate). Traditional nutrients--animal and plant manures--are not included. Because some chemical compounds used for fertilizers have other industrial applications, the consumption data may overstate the quantity available for crops. Fertilizer consumption as a share of production shows the agriculture sector's vulnerability to import and energy price fluctuation. Most fertilizers that are commonly used in agriculture contain the three basic plant nutrients-nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Some fertilizers also contain certain micronutrients such as zinc and other metals that are necessary for plant growth. Materials that are applied to the land primarily to enhance soil characteristics (rather than as plant food) are commonly referred to as soil amendments.