Salt industry

The salt industry involves the production and distribution of salt, a vital mineral used in food preservation, seasoning, and various industrial processes. Salt is harvested primarily through two methods: mining rock salt from underground deposits and evaporating seawater to extract sea salt. It plays a key role in agriculture, chemical manufacturing, and de-icing roads in winter. The global salt market is influenced by factors such as demand for processed foods, health trends regarding sodium intake, and environmental regulations. Despite its commonness, salt is essential to our diet and economy.