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🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Iran war delivers new inflation stress to African economies emerging from older shocks

The ongoing conflict involving Iran is amplifying inflationary pressures across African economies already weakened by previous shocks, particularly due to rising fuel and fertilizer prices.

Mar 23 • 08:13 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
World

Trump and Iran's threats terrify—stock markets in the red

The ongoing conflict in Iran and threats from Trump have caused significant turmoil in global stock markets, particularly affecting food and fertilizer prices in Southeast Asia.

Mar 23 • 06:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Why the price of tomatoes is rising due to the war in Iran: the long journey of fertilizers from the East

The rising price of tomatoes in Spain is attributed to the ongoing war in Iran and its effects on fertilizer supply chains.

Mar 22 • 16:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Closure of the Strait of Hormuz could compromise fertilizer imports, says study

A study highlights the potential impact of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz on Brazil's fertilizer imports, suggesting a possible increase in costs by 7% to 10% for the 2026-2027 crop season.

Mar 22 • 11:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

What lies behind the attempt to improve US and Belarusian relations: Lithuania may also face pressure

The United States has lifted sanctions on two Belarusian banks and the Ministry of Finance along with Belarusian potash fertilizer companies following discussions with President Alexander Lukashenko.

Mar 22 • 08:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

War in the Middle East causes fertilizer prices to skyrocket and worries Brazilian agribusiness

The Brazilian agribusiness sector is facing significant challenges due to skyrocketing fertilizer prices linked to the ongoing war in the Middle East, primarily driven by supply restrictions from China.

Mar 21 • 23:47 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The rise in fertilizer prices may cause farmers to abandon grain sowing

Due to the increase in fertilizer prices linked to the war in Iran, some Estonian farmers might decide not to sow grain this summer or fall.

Mar 21 • 16:31 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Thanks to Profertil, Argentina is self-sufficient in granulated urea in a global crisis situation

Profertil, recently acquired by Adecoagro, ensures Argentina's self-sufficiency in granulated urea while also being poised for export amidst a global fertilizer crisis driven by geopolitical tensions.

Mar 21 • 08:16 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Reading the Best with FAZ+: Fertilizer Markets in Distress and Why German Wine is an Endangered Cultural Asset

The article discusses the current challenges in fertilizer markets due to global conflicts and highlights the cultural significance of German wine.

Mar 21 • 08:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The fertilizer market is shaking. Europe will feel the impact in higher food prices

The turbulent fertilizer market is expected to lead to increased food prices in Europe.

Mar 20 • 15:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘It’s not sustainable’: US farmers reeling as Iran war pushes fertilizer costs up

US farmers, including Rodney Bushmeyer, are facing unsustainable fertilizer price increases due to geopolitical tensions, which are impacting their profitability.

Mar 20 • 11:00 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

India looks to boost fertilizer imports from Russia and Belarus – Reuters

India aims to increase fertilizer imports from Russia and Belarus to mitigate potential supply shortages caused by the conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 20 • 09:39 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Fertilizer Raw Material’ Urea Must Pass Through 38% Hormuz… Government to Diversify Import Sources

The South Korean government is diversifying its import sources for urea, a key fertilizer raw material, to stabilize supply amidst rising tensions in the Middle East causing price volatility and logistical issues.

Mar 20 • 07:53 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The 'Farmers' Saeima': The War in the Near East has Increased Farmers' Expenses

The Farmers' Saeima in Latvia raises concerns over increased agriculture costs due to rising fuel and fertilizer prices as a consequence of the ongoing war in the Near East.

Mar 20 • 06:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

MTK warns: War in the Middle East driving agriculture into crisis

The Finnish Central Union of Agricultural Producers and Forest Owners warns that the war in the Middle East is leading to a cost crisis in agriculture due to rising fertilizer and fuel prices.

Mar 20 • 06:08 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Iran's War Threatens New Shock in Food Prices in Developing Countries

Iran's ongoing conflict poses a risk of significant food price hikes in developing countries, exacerbated by disrupted fertilizer shipments and rising energy prices.

Mar 20 • 06:04 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

It Affects More Than Just the Oil Sector: Blockade in the Strait of Hormuz Threatens Food and Fertilizer Imports

The blockade in the Strait of Hormuz is significantly disrupting global fertilizer and food imports, impacting agricultural producers and vulnerable regions.

Mar 19 • 22:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

China restricts fertilizer exports; the country is one of Brazil's main suppliers

China is restricting fertilizer exports to protect its domestic market, impacting Brazil as one of its main suppliers.

Mar 19 • 16:12 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Rise in Fertilizer Prices Has Not Affected Competition in Agriculture, But the Problem is a New Tax

Lithuanian Agricultural Minister A. Palionis stated that the recent rise in fertilizer prices due to global factors hasn't distorted competition in agriculture, but a new carbon tax poses a significant threat to competitiveness.

Mar 19 • 14:21 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

China restricts fertilizer exports amid war in Iran and may affect Brazil

China's restrictions on fertilizer exports, aimed at protecting its domestic market, could exacerbate global shortages linked to the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, particularly impacting Brazil.

Mar 19 • 14:00 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

China offers to help Southeast Asia counter impact of Middle East war on energy supplies

China is offering assistance to Southeast Asian countries to mitigate the effects of the Middle East conflict on energy supplies, while also emphasizing the need to resolve the situation.

Mar 19 • 12:25 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

I. Ruginienė Claims That Discussions About the Renewal of Belarusian Fertilizer Transit Are Not Taking Place

I. Ruginienė states that there are currently no discussions regarding the renewal of Belarusian fertilizer transit in Lithuania.

Mar 19 • 10:44 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
World

European countries are worried about fertilizer price increase due to the war

Countries in Europe are expressing concern over the rising prices of fertilizers, driven by the ongoing conflict affecting global supply chains.

Mar 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

The Silent Battle for Food

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is significantly impacting global food security, particularly through disruptions in agricultural supply chains and fertilizer prices.

Mar 18 • 19:28 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Warning: The closure of the Strait of Hormuz poses a threat not only to oil prices – another crisis could occur

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz could lead to surging oil prices and trigger a broader crisis including threats to global food security due to potential fertilizer shortages.

Mar 18 • 07:22 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

How much does a ton of fertilizer cost and how much do I? Lukashenko's prisoner described the strange dealings of the regime

The recent release of political prisoners in Belarus raises questions about the regime of Alexander Lukashenko and ongoing repression in the country despite the actions taken.

Mar 17 • 19:45 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

UN: War Pressures Food Chains, Raises Fertilizer Prices, and Intensifies Global Hunger Risks

The UN warns that the impacts of war in the Middle East are threatening the global food system, exacerbating hunger risks amid increased production costs and supply chain disruptions.

Mar 17 • 16:16 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Liberals summon the head of the State Security Department: will raise questions about the activities of 'Nemuno aušra' concerning national security

Lithuanian liberals are raising concerns about the opaque funding processes of the 'Nemuno aušra' party and its connections with oil and fertilizer lobbyists, questioning their adherence to national security interests.

Mar 17 • 11:53 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Kenya Risks Fertilizer Shortage As Hormuz Disruption Bites

Kenya is on the brink of a fertilizer shortage due to supply disruptions along the Strait of Hormuz, according to a UNCTAD report.

Mar 17 • 09:56 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Graph of the Day: The War in Iran Drives Up Fertilizer Prices, but Food in Europe Is Not Expected to Increase Sharply

The ongoing conflict in Iran has caused a 40% rise in global prices for key nitrogen fertilizers, though food prices in Europe are expected to remain stable due to a market surplus and prior fertilizer procurement by farmers.

Mar 16 • 15:54 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

War in the Middle East: The Impact on Fertilizer and Food Imports in Africa

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is disrupting international trade, particularly affecting Africa's agricultural markets and its reliance on fertilizer and grain imports.

Mar 16 • 14:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Prices: How the War in the Middle East is Raising Everyday Costs

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is quickly impacting daily life in Germany, with rising fuel prices and potential increases in food costs due to soaring fertilizer prices.

Mar 16 • 14:32 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Concern About the Impact of War on Agriculture: What Measures Are on the Table - Decisions Within the Week

The Greek government is concerned about rising fertilizer prices due to the war in the Middle East, which the Minister of Agricultural Development and Food attributed to increased energy costs, particularly oil.

Mar 16 • 09:37 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

A major country resorts to early withdrawals from fertilizer reserves due to the war with Iran

China has decided to release its commercial fertilizer stocks early this year due to disruptions in global trade caused by the ongoing conflict involving the U.S. and Israel's impact on Iran.

Mar 16 • 06:42 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A Simple Fertilizer at the Start of the Season Protects Beds from Diseases: Onion Greens No Longer Turn Yellow

Experienced gardeners know that the foundation for a future harvest is laid as early as mid-April, when the soil becomes suitable for planting.

Mar 15 • 17:24 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

K. Vaitiekūnas Takes Farmers' Concerns About New Tax Seriously: We Understand the Situation Is Difficult

Lithuanian Finance Minister K. Vaitiekūnas acknowledges the challenges farmers face regarding rising fertilizer costs and their difficulty in obtaining loans, promising to address their concerns in the European context.

Mar 15 • 09:26 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Global chokepoint: How the US-Israeli war on Iran could starve millions

The US-Israeli conflict with Iran is leading to fertilizer shortages, significantly threatening global food supplies amid critical planting seasons.

Mar 15 • 05:18 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Iran War: The World Faces a Fertilizer Crisis

The ongoing conflict in Iran threatens to exacerbate the global fertilizer shortage, potentially jeopardizing food security worldwide.

Mar 14 • 20:26 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Happy Uses of Kitchen Waste: A Plant's Challenge Connecting Kyoto's Satoyama and Town

A new initiative in Kyoto aims to recycle kitchen waste into fertilizer, fostering a sustainable food cycle between urban areas and agricultural land.

Mar 13 • 21:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"We are concerned": they warn that the rise in fertilizers due to the war could affect wheat planning

Argentinian producers are alarmed by rising fertilizer prices, which have surged partly due to conflict in the Middle East, potentially impacting future wheat cultivation plans.

Mar 13 • 18:04 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Middle East war having 'huge impact' on EU economy: Commissioner Christophe Hansen

The EU's agriculture sector is facing significant challenges exacerbated by the ongoing war in the Middle East, particularly through increased fertilizer costs, according to EU Commissioner Christophe Hansen.

Mar 13 • 14:24 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Felleskjøpet leader relieved of work duty - bought and sold Yara shares

The leader of Felleskjøpet has been relieved of work duties pending an investigation into his purchase and sale of Yara shares, which he failed to disclose while overseeing the company's fertilizer sales.

Mar 13 • 12:57 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Shock for agriculture: rising fertilizer prices, risk of a blow to spending

European farmers face a critical challenge as fertilizer prices surge by 20% due to rising gas costs and geopolitical tensions.

Mar 13 • 11:00 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

India urging China to ease urea export curbs – Bloomberg

India is requesting China to lift restrictions on urea exports due to rising fertilizer prices linked to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.

Mar 13 • 10:04 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Southern Africa: Lamola Says US-Iran War Puts Southern Africa's Food Supply At Risk

South African Minister Ronald Lamola warns that the ongoing US-Iran conflict threatens food security in Southern Africa by increasing global oil and fertilizer prices.

Mar 13 • 08:47 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The agricultural crisis shaking the sector may have bitter repercussions for residents: 'We will feel it quite soon'

The agricultural sector in Lithuania is facing a crisis with dropping grain prices and skyrocketing fertilizer costs, potentially leading to increased food prices for consumers.

Mar 13 • 07:02 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Travel, Diesel, Fertilizer: How the Iran War Affects Businesses in Hesse

The increase in fuel and energy prices due to the Iran war is impacting commuters and the economy, particularly affecting travel providers to the Middle East.

Mar 12 • 12:28 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

The war also impacts fertilizer supply

The escalation of tensions in the Middle East is severely affecting the fertilizer supply chain, particularly through the destabilization of maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 12 • 11:48 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Consequences of War: Spike in Fuel and Fertilizer Prices Raises Questions About Food Inflation

Rising energy prices due to conflict in the Middle East raise concerns about potential food price increases in Croatia.

Mar 12 • 10:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The war in Iran is already impacting food production due to rising fertilizer costs

The ongoing war in Iran is causing a 20% increase in fertilizer prices, which may lead to higher costs for staple food products.

Mar 12 • 04:45 UTC

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