Phosphates news
KPC rolls over March sulfur price
Argus Media reports that Kuwait’s KPC has rolled over its sulfur price at US$520/t due to falling sulfur production caused by the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran.
Middle East conflict strains fertilizer supply chains
ICIS reports on how the escalating conflict in the Middle East is placing global fertilizer supply chains under growing strain, disrupting production, exports and trade flows.
Dyno Nobel agrees to sell Phosphate Hill to Ryowa II GPS
Dyno Nobel has announced the conclusion of the separation of its fertilizers and explosives business with the sale of Phosphate Hill.
NPK/NP stocks in India rise in January
During the month of January 2026 India imported more NPK and NP fertilizers as increased production and decreased sales drove inventories higher.
Kropz increases phosphate rock grade and output
South African phosphate rock producer, Kropz, has increased the capacity and possible rock grade at its Elandsfontein facility.
EU imports €900 million of phosphorous from Russia
The EU has imported phosphorus worth approximately €900 million from Russia despite the war in Ukraine.
Tanzania secures phosphate supply from Maaden
Saudi Arabian company Maaden has sold 35 000 - 40 000 t of DAP to Tanzania, as reported by Argus Media.
Kazphosphate reaches new production highs
Kazphosphate has seen consistent growth in the production volumes, reaching record levels in 2025.
Itafos files technical report for updated preliminary economic assessment
Itafos has filed a technical report for its updated preliminary economic assessment for the Arraias Phosphate Project.
Maaden sells 40 000 t of DAP fertilizer to Europe
Phosphates producer Maaden has reportedly sold 40 000 t of DAP to a trader for shipment to Europe.