K+S Aktiengesellschaft is a Germany-based diversified chemical company specializing in the production and distribution of salt- and mineral-based products. Founded in 1889 and headquartered in Kassel, K+S has evolved into one of the world’s leading providers of potash and magnesium fertilizers as well as a broad range of salt products. The company operates through two primary business divisions: Agriculture, which focuses on crop nutrition and fertilizers, and Salt, which supplies industrial, food-grade, and de-icing salt solutions.
In its Agriculture segment, K+S produces various potash and magnesium sulfate fertilizers that support farmers in enhancing soil quality and optimizing crop yields. These products are marketed under established brand names and customized to meet regional agronomic requirements. The Salt division manufactures rock salt and refined sodium chloride for use in water treatment, chemical processing, and winter road maintenance. K+S also develops specialty salts for the food industry, delivering high-purity solutions for food preservation and seasoning applications.
With a footprint spanning Europe, North America, and South America, K+S operates mines and processing facilities in Germany, Canada, the United States and Chile. In Europe, the company’s extensive network of mines and distribution centers serves both agricultural and industrial customers. In North America, K+S has expanded through strategic acquisitions and investments in modern mining projects, while its South American operations leverage brine extraction techniques in arid regions to complement conventional mining output.
The company’s management board is led by Dr. Burkhard Lohr, who assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer in 2022, supported by executives overseeing finance, production and research & development. Under this leadership, K+S continues to pursue efficiency improvements, sustainability initiatives and targeted growth opportunities. The supervisory board provides governance and strategic oversight, ensuring that K+S remains aligned with stakeholder interests and continues to innovate in global fertilizer and salt markets.
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