Global Fertilizer News

The Turkey sulphur export ban has come into effect from 7 April 2026, restricting overseas shipments amid rising prices and tightening supply in the global market. Under the new regulation, exports of sulphur under customs tariff code 2503 have been suspended, except for shipments that were already cleared before the Read more

New Delhi: India fertilizer gas supply has been increased to 90% of the six-month average consumption to protect urea production amid the ongoing Middle East war and energy disruptions. Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary at the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, confirmed that the government implemented this decision from April Read more

Australia urea imports are under pressure as disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz restrict supply from the Middle East. Importers are now searching for alternative sources, but strict AQIS rules and limited approvals are creating fresh challenges. Australia Urea Imports Shift Away from Middle East Supply In recent weeks, buyers Read more

US phosphate fertilizer tariffs are once again under scrutiny as farmer groups urge the government to ease import restrictions. They argue that these tariffs are increasing costs and limiting access to critical fertilizers needed for crop production. US Phosphate Fertilizer Tariffs Impact Crop Production US phosphate fertilizer tariffs are raising Read more

ICL Fertilizer Operations Remain Unaffected Israeli fertilizer producer and exporter ICL Group has confirmed that its phosphate mining and production operations remain fully operational after an Iranian drone strike near the Rotem Industrial Zone, close to Ashdod. The company stated that the rocket landed on open ground near its facility, Read more

The global fertilizer prices Iran war impact is reshaping the international fertilizer market, as supply disruptions in West Asia push prices sharply higher. The ongoing conflict has tightened global supplies and created a strong opportunity for Russia to expand its fertilizer exports. Global Fertilizer Prices Iran War Pushes Urea Prices Read more

MOSCOW, March 24: Russia has announced a fertilizer export ban on ammonium nitrate for one month, effective until April 21, to ensure adequate domestic supply during the spring planting season. Russia controls up to 40% of global ammonium nitrate trade, making this fertilizer export ban significant for global markets. Russia Read more

The OCP Nutricrops expansion has received official approval from the government of Morocco, marking a major step in strengthening the global fertilizer supply chain. The decision allows OCP Group to expand its subsidiary operations in France and India. The approval was formalized through decrees published in the official bulletin earlier Read more

The Brazil fertilizer crisis is intensifying as disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to block critical shipments. Brazil, a major agricultural producer, depends heavily on imported fertilizers. However, ongoing geopolitical tensions are delaying supplies, increasing costs, and raising serious concerns about crop production and global food prices. The ongoing Read more

Saudi Arabia’s Maaden has confirmed a Maaden DAP export Ethiopia deal, selling 50,000 tonnes of diammonium phosphate (DAP) at prices in the low to mid-$800s/t cfr Djibouti. The move highlights strong fertilizer demand and a strategic shift in export logistics. Maaden DAP Export Ethiopia via Yanbu Port In this DAP Read more