OCP tMAP production restart is drawing strong attention as global water-soluble fertilizer markets continue to face supply constraints. The OCP tMAP production restart, scheduled for the end of January, is expected to restore availability of technical-grade monoammonium phosphate at a critical time for agricultural supply chains. The resumption of tMAP Read more
GSFC sulphuric acid commissioning highlights a major operational milestone for Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited. GSFC sulphuric acid commissioning took place on January 7, 2026, as the company began commercial production at its newly commissioned plant in Vadodara, Gujarat. According to a regulatory filing submitted to stock exchanges, Read more
France fertilizer carbon tax exemption has become a key policy issue as the French government seeks relief for fertilizers under the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). France has raised concerns that applying the EU carbon border tax on fertilizers could increase costs for farmers and weaken the competitiveness Read more
The FACT Ammonium Sulphate tender has been issued to procure up to 25,000 metric tonnes of Ammonium Sulphate in bulk for delivery at New Mangalore Port. The tender, floated by The Fertilisers and Chemicals Travancore Limited (FACT), invites bids from eligible producers and traders through the Government of India’s e-procurement Read more
The GSFC Managing Director appointment marks a key leadership update at Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited. The company has approved the appointment of Dr. Rajender Kumar, IAS, as its new Managing Director, strengthening GSFC’s leadership with extensive administrative and policy experience. The Nomination and Remuneration Committee (NRC) of GSFC Read more
A new ammonia-urea fertilizer plant is currently under review as part of efforts to expand domestic fertilizer production capacity. The proposed project aims to support long-term fertilizer availability and reduce dependence on imports. The new ammonia-urea fertilizer plant proposal is undergoing evaluation on technical, financial, and environmental parameters. Authorities are Read more
Venezuela urea shipping costs rose sharply after the US raid on 3 January, which led to the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. The sudden escalation created uncertainty in the freight market. However, exporters expect urea loadings and shipments to continue. Several vessel owners sought a war-risk premium in the days Read more
Sulphur prices surprised the global fertilizer industry in 2025. What started as a steady market turned into one of the strongest price rallies seen in many years. By the end of the year, prices across most regions had more than tripled. As a result, industry attention is now firmly on Read more
NFL urea import tender results have drawn strong attention amid intense competition from global fertilizer traders, with wide variations seen in port-wise price quotes across India’s east and west coasts. The bidding pattern highlights the use of an aggregate evaluation framework, rather than a simple port-wise price comparison, in determining Read more
FACT CMD additional charge has been assigned to Shri Anupam Misra, Director (Marketing), following an order issued by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers. He has assumed the additional charge of Chairman and Managing Director with effect from January 5, 2026. The Fertilisers and Chemicals Travancore Limited (FACT) informed stock Read more
