Fertilizer consumption in Uganda
Uganda: Fertilizer consumption was 110.0% in 1977. ◆ Volatile
Fertilizer consumption in Uganda, 1962–1977
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 Uganda is 110.0%, measured in 1977.
The figure is up 165.7% on the previous year and up 52.9% over ten years.
Over the whole period, fertilizer consumption in Uganda peaked at 329.3% in 1962 and was at its lowest, 41.4%, in 1976.
That places Uganda 61st out of 106 countries with data for 1977, putting it in the middle of the range.
The series is highly variable year to year, so single readings are best treated with caution.
Fertilizer consumption in Uganda, year by year
| Year | % of fertilizer production | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 1962 | 329.3% | — |
| 1963 | 232.6% | -29.4% |
| 1964 | 102.9% | -55.8% |
| 1965 | 87.3% | -15.1% |
| 1966 | 114.6% | +31.3% |
| 1967 | 71.9% | -37.2% |
| 1968 | 90.0% | +25.2% |
| 1969 | 99.3% | +10.4% |
| 1970 | 118.6% | +19.4% |
| 1971 | 160.0% | +34.9% |
| 1972 | 153.9% | -3.8% |
| 1973 | 175.3% | +13.9% |
| 1974 | 90.0% | -48.7% |
| 1975 | 198.7% | +120.8% |
| 1976 | 41.4% | -79.2% |
| 1977 | 110.0% | +165.7% |
Averages by decade
| Decade | Average | Lowest | Highest | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 141.0% | 71.9% | 329.3% | 8 |
| 1970s | 131.0% | 41.4% | 198.7% | 8 |
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Frequently asked questions
- What is fertilizer consumption in Uganda?
- Fertilizer consumption in Uganda was 110.0% in 1977, 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 Uganda?
- The highest recorded value was 329.3% in 1962.
- What is the lowest fertilizer consumption recorded in Uganda?
- The lowest recorded value was 41.4% in 1976.
- How does Uganda rank for fertilizer consumption?
- Uganda ranks 61st out of 106 countries with data for 1977.
- Is fertilizer consumption rising or falling in Uganda?
- Over the last ten years it is up 52.9%. The long-run trend across the full record is volatile.
- Where does this Uganda 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.