Calcium Ammonium Nitrate (CAN) is a granular fertiliser characterised by its high efficiency. It contains two forms of nitrogen, both the fast acting nitrate-nitrogen and the longer lasting ammonium-nitrogen, to provide a more continuous supply of nutrients during the plant growth period.
CAN is readily used on soils that have a low soil pH, as it is near pH neutral.
CAN is also ideal for use where incorporation of lime into soil is difficult, such as in perennial fruit crops.
Nitrogen volatilisation from CAN is negligible, so application timing is flexible.