This article explores the life and work of German chemist Fritz Haber, whose innovations in ammonia synthesis revolutionised agriculture and industry. It explains how Haber developed the Haber-Bosch process to convert nitrogen from the air into ammonia, a key component for fertilisers and explosives, and discusses the broader impact of this discovery on global food production. The article also considers Haber’s controversial role in chemical warfare during World War I, highlighting the complex legacy of his scientific achievements.
