International fertilizer prices continue to fall to align with grain purchasing power
International fertilizer prices continue to adjust to align with the relative value of grains. While the trend is led by nitrogenous fertilizers, phosphate prices are also falling. This week, the main focus in the urea market was on the possibility of India launching a new purchase tender, while doubts persist as to whether China will […]
While urea prices are seeking a “floor,” phosphate fertilizer prices continue to fall sharply.
The international urea market continues to be characterized by abundant supply that is not matched by demand, although there are signs that prices appear to be seeking a “floor.” “In India, prices are holding steady following the purchase of 2.0 million tons in the tender held on September 2. With stocks of 2.7 million tons […]
Fertilizer Prices Down: How the Global Correction Impacts Argentine Agriculture
International fertilizer prices continue to decline due to oversupply and lower global demand. For Argentine agriculture, the cost relief comes at the expense of local logistics and availability issues. International fertilizer prices fell again last week, dragged down by global agricultural demand that is unable to sustain high prices amid a scenario of oversupply. For […]
Fertilizer prices continue to fall, beginning to align with the purchasing power of grains
Fertilizer prices on the international market continued to adjust downward this week, beginning to align with the purchasing power of major grains. Regarding nitrogen, the urea tender launched by the Indian corporation NFL received bids totaling 5.6 million tons, a much higher volume than expected, reflecting ample product availability from Russia, the Middle East, North […]
International Fertilizer Prices Hit a Ceiling After Strong Rally
International fertilizer prices appear to have plateaued after a strong upward trend that outpaced the performance of major grain and oilseed markets. In the nitrogen market, India surprised traders by announcing a new tender for 2.0 million tons, closing on September 2, just days after its IPL Corporation awarded over 2.0 million tons at prices […]
India’s massive demand ensures that high international urea prices are here to stay
International fertilizer prices, after reaching record highs, are experiencing fluctuating situations across different markets due to the specificities of each market. India this week held an import tender for 2.0 million tons of granulated urea and announced that it will launch a new tender for an additional 1 million tons in two weeks. “This move […]
International Urea Price Continues to Rise, Contrary to Grain Prices
Last week, the international price of urea continued to rise, driven by a tender held by India. Indian Potash Limited received bids for 2.6 million tons to purchase 2.0 million at prices of US$530-532/ton CFR. Shipments are scheduled for next September, and the next tender is expected in the first half of September. “Analysts view […]
The Year of Fertilizers? Optimism in the agricultural sector regarding possible growth in the Argentine market for this key input
July brings a certain amount of enthusiasm. According to the Rosario Stock Exchange, widespread rains gave wheat an “exceptional start.” Added to this is a fact that further excites the chain: corn planting intentions are growing in the core region. The two crops together account for 65% of national fertilizer consumption, so the positive outlook […]
Russian Fertilizers: A Latent Threat to Latin American Agriculture
The possible imposition of new US sanctions on buyers of Russian fertilizers puts regional agriculture in jeopardy. Latin American agriculture is once again in the spotlight. The threat of new US sanctions against buyers of Russian fertilizers could unleash a chain of adverse consequences for the region’s agriculture. Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia, three of the […]
Fertilizer prices in the Argentine market continue to lag behind international increases due to weak domestic demand
Considering current international prices, urea should exceed US$600/ton and phosphorus US$900/ton in the Argentine wholesale market, although the prices of both fertilizers remain lower due to weak domestic demand. This week, transactions were once again scarce, and concern is growing in the sector ahead of the 2025/26 harvest season. “It should be noted that if […]
