Abstract: Fertilizer is the largest input of production material for modern agricultural production.The concept of fertilizer can be dated back to 170 years ago.New type fertilizer is produced by new method and technique with characteristics of high efficiency,slow-release and long-term effect.This paper briefly summarizes the major achievements in the research of new type fertilizers during the eleven-five year plan period,analyzes the problems and trend for future fertilizer development.It is proposed that complex and high efficient fertilizer is the general trend for fertilizer,slowly-release,controlled-release and environmental friendly fertilizers are the key types of future fertilizers,while the development of bio-fertilizers might be a major task.The kind and roles of "physical fertilizers" are also introduced.Applied fundamental researches including medium elements,micro-elements and beneficial elements,nutrients integrated information system,and plant nutrition in relation to the use of fertilizers are emphasized.