agribulk

English

Etymology

From agri- +‎ bulk.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈæɡ.rɪ.bʌlk/

Noun

agribulk (plural agribulks)

  1. (logistics, shipping) Unpackaged agricultural commodities transported in large quantities, such as grains, oilseeds, sugar, and fertilizers, typically handled via bulk carriers, barges, or silos.​
    • 1992 October, Paul Borden, Jean Kelly, Marketing in Thailand (Overseas Business Reports), US DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, International Trade Administration, page 14:
      When fully operational, Laem Chabang's facilities will include three container terminals, one multi-purpose terminal, one agri-bulk terminal, and one coastal shipping terminal.
    • 2016 July 16, Bart Wiegmans, Rob Konings, Inland Waterway Transport: Challenges and prospects, Routledge, page ???:
      In the agribulk sector the main products transported are grais, animal fodder and fertilizers.
    • 2025 May 2, “Agribulk inland shipping”, in Transito‎[1]:
      Agribulk is the basis of food that is later consumed by people.
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