How to secure the flow of fertilizers? Let’s talk about potash.
The article analyzes the vulnerability of US potash supply amid global disruptions, particularly the Iran war's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which has driven up fertilizer prices. While the US produces nitrogen and phosphate domestically, it relies on imports for 92% of its potash, primarily from Canada (79%), with smaller shares from Russia and Belarus. Past disruptions include Canadian rail strikes and cross-border vaccine mandates. The Trump administration added potash to the critical minerals list in 2025 and lifted sanctions on Belarus potash to diversify supply. The author argues Washington should pursue an internationally minded policy to secure potash flows, given price sensitivity to geopolitical shocks and limited domestic production.
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