The US phosphate market is entering 2026 with mixed expectations for spring fertilizer demand. Market participants remain cautious after weak fall buying, even as improving affordability and strong corn acreage projections offer some support. US growers sharply reduced phosphate purchases during the fall due to elevated prices. Although prices have Read more
India fertilizer imports surge sharply in FY26, reflecting strong demand from the agriculture sector and the government’s push to ensure smooth supply during the rabi season. Robust monsoon rains and higher winter crop sowing have driven a steep rise in imports of urea, DAP, and NPK fertilizers. In FY25, India—the Read more
Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited (GNFC) has announced a key change in its top leadership under the GNFC MD appointment process initiated by the Government of Gujarat. The company informed that a new Managing Director has assumed charge, while the outgoing Managing Director ceased to hold office with Read more
Nagarjuna Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited has announced the exit of its Senior Executive Director – Operations following the completion of a fixed-term employment. The phased transition comes amid years of financial and operational stress, reflecting ongoing leadership restructuring as the company works to stabilize operations in a challenging fertilizer market. Read more
Nagarjuna Fertilizers board changes have been announced following the complete exit of former promoter Amilka Mercantile Private Limited (AMPL). The development marks an important transition in the leadership and ownership structure of Nagarjuna Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited (NFCL) and is expected to have long-term implications for corporate governance and strategic Read more
Kapuni urea plant shutdown concerns continue in New Zealand even after Ballance Agri-Nutrients secured a short-term gas supply to keep the plant operating until 31 December 2025. The company has confirmed that while operations can continue in the near term, no long-term affordable gas supply has yet been secured, leaving Read more
Ammonium nitrate expansion projects are gaining momentum in India as companies plan new capacity additions to strengthen domestic manufacturing. Recently, a comprehensive LEPC contract was awarded to support the development of a new production facility. As a result, the initiative aims to improve efficiency, enhance safety, and meet environmental standards. Read more
GAIL (India) Ltd has signed a strategic agreement with the Chhattisgarh Government to explore the establishment of a gas-based fertilizer project in the state. The collaboration focuses on conducting a detailed feasibility study for setting up a gas-based urea manufacturing plant in Chhattisgarh, marking an important step toward strengthening India’s Read more
Mosaic potash asset sale has taken a major step forward after the company signed a definitive agreement to divest its potash operations in Carlsbad, New Mexico, for a total consideration of $30 million. The transaction involves the sale of the Carlsbad mine’s operations, assets, and liabilities to International Minerals Carlsbad, Read more
Egypt fertilizer prices recorded mixed movements on Monday, December 22, 2025, according to the latest data released by the Information and Decision Support Center (IDSC). Price fluctuations were observed across key fertilizers, while building materials also showed varied trends. Fertilizer Price Movements Prices of ammonium sulfate (20.6%) declined sharply to Read more
