Pivot Bio increases US product in the wake of US-Iran conflict

The company moved quickly following the start of the conflict in the Middle East to lower prices and expand production, ensuring farmers have access to a reliable, cost-effective nitrogen source at a time when input costs are rising and supply remains uncertain.

“As we anticipated, fertilizer markets remain under significant pressure, with prices continuing to rise and conventional supply constrained, creating real uncertainty for America’s farmers,” said Chris Abbott, CEO at Pivot Bio. “While demand for our product was already strong heading into planting season, recent global disruptions have further underscored the need for more reliable, domestically produced solutions. Over the past few weeks, I have visited eight states and met with dozens of growers, and what I have heard consistently is the importance of dependable partners who show up when it matters most.

“In response, we have taken decisive action to expand production and lower prices, ensuring farmers have access to a reliable, cost-effective nitrogen source at a critical time. We are also building toward a future where, if called upon in 2027, we stand ready to support 100% of US grain acres and help establish a more resilient domestic nitrogen supply.”

In recent weeks, Pivot Bio has seen a surge in demand from growers seeking more predictable, affordable nitrogen options to help fill gaps in traditional fertilizer programmes and hedge risk this season, reinforcing the need for dependable solutions during a critical moment in the season.

“We have learned a great deal in the last few growing seasons, and our new products are performing exceptionally well, supported by our best management practices, strong agronomic guidance and continued innovation,” Abbott continued.

“We expect ongoing volatility to extend into the fall and 2027 planting season. Our focus is on working alongside growers to provide greater price and supply certainty in the years ahead.”

The global fertilizer market has been increasingly volatile in recent months and is now experiencing supply challenges just as farmers enter the planting season. Pivot Bio’s products are produced in the US and delivered through a domestic supply chain, enabling shipment to growers as fast as 24 hours, providing them with a stable, US-produced nitrogen solution. The company’s manufacturing facility in St Louis, Missouri, has increased production output, with supply continuing to ramp across key crops including corn, cotton, and grain sorghum, as well as broader applications through its dry formulation.

Abbott has recently shared the company’s perspective on fertilizer market dynamics and its commitment to supporting growers across national media, including interviews with The Wall Street Journal, ABC News, CNN, Politico and CNBC, reflecting Pivot Bio’s growing role in the conversation around agricultural resilience and farmer support.

Read the article online at: https://www.worldfertilizer.com/environment/26032026/pivot-bio-increases-us-product-in-the-wake-of-us-iran-conflict/