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The calcium nitrate market has presence of some giant players such as Agrium Inc., Yara International ASA and Sterling Chemicals are the major players in the market. Many small and medium sized companies involved in the gradation of calcium nitrate are located across the world. Companies are using aggressive marketing tactics to remain competitive in the market. In addition, companies have entered into strategic acquisitions and mergers to increase their market share.
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Calcium nitrate producers such as Sterling Chemicals and GFS Chemicals Inc. procure raw materials (limestone) from mining companies to manufacture calcium nitrate under their respective brands. Vertically integrated companies such as YARA International have their own mining facilities. In addition, companies actively collaborate with research institutes, non-profit and science-based organizations to develop new products. For instance, Agrium Inc. collaborates with the International Fertilizer Industry Association, CropLife International, the Agricultural Retailers Association and other groups such as non-profit organizations (Progressive Agriculture Foundation, Ducks Unlimited, United Way, and Millennium Promise) and farming groups (4H, Grain Growers of Canada) to provide innovative products for the agriculture industry.