For the Quarter Ending March 2026
North America
During Q1 2026, the North American nitrogen-based fertilizer market displayed a mixed but predominantly bullish pricing trend, influenced by geopolitical disruptions, rising energy costs, and seasonal agricultural demand. Urea prices increased 13.8%, while Ammonium Nitrate and Ammonium Sulphate gained 12.9% and 10.1%, respectively, supported by strong spring planting demand and tighter nitrogen supply conditions. Sodium Nitrate and Calcium Nitrate also rose 9.9% and 8.3% amid stable industrial and agricultural consumption. UAN prices increased modestly by 2.3%, reflecting balanced regional supply and steady farm-sector procurement.
In contrast, Ammonia prices declined 3.3% due to improved domestic production availability and softer export demand, while DAP prices dropped 13.6% as phosphate inventories remained comfortable and global demand weakened. The March 2026 Iran war significantly impacted fertilizer markets by disrupting trade flows through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global ammonia, urea, and LNG shipments. Rising natural gas and freight costs increased nitrogen fertilizer production economics across North America, while supply chain uncertainty and elevated marine insurance premiums reinforced bullish sentiment throughout the quarter.
APAC
During Q1 2026, the APAC nitrogen-based fertilizer market witnessed predominantly bullish pricing trends, driven by strong agricultural demand, elevated energy costs, and geopolitical disruptions linked to the Iran war in March 2026. Urea prices surged 20.2%, while Ammonium Chloride rose sharply by 23.6% due to tightening regional supply and strong seasonal fertilizer consumption across China, India, and Southeast Asia. Ammonium Sulphate and Ammonium Nitrate increased 12.2% and 9.5%, respectively, supported by firm planting activity and rising production costs. Sodium Nitrate, UAN, and Calcium Nitrate also gained 8.3%, 6.3%, and 5.0% amid stable industrial and agricultural demand.
Meanwhile, Ammonia prices slipped marginally by 0.7% as domestic production availability improved in parts of Asia, while DAP prices declined 1.2% due to balanced phosphate inventories and cautious downstream procurement. The March 2026 Iran war significantly disrupted fertilizer trade flows through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global ammonia, urea, LNG, and sulfur exports. Rising natural gas prices, freight costs, and marine insurance premiums increased fertilizer production and import costs across APAC, reinforcing bullish market sentiment during the quarter.
Europe
During Q1 2026, the European nitrogen-based fertilizer market recorded strong upward momentum, driven by rising natural gas costs, seasonal agricultural demand, and geopolitical disruptions linked to the Iran war in March 2026. Urea prices surged 20.5%, while Ammonium Nitrate and Ammonium Sulphate increased 12.7% and 12.4%, respectively, amid tightening nitrogen supply and elevated production costs. Sodium Nitrate and Calcium Nitrate also rose 4.9% and 7.1%, supported by healthy agricultural and industrial demand. UAN and DAP prices gained 3.1% and 1.8%, reflecting steady procurement from European farming sectors, while Ammonia prices edged up 1.6% as higher gas prices lifted production economics.
The March 2026 Iran war significantly impacted European fertilizer markets by disrupting LNG, ammonia, and urea trade flows through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy and fertilizer corridor. European gas prices surged sharply during March, increasing fertilizer manufacturing costs across the region and tightening supply availability. Rising freight expenses, marine insurance premiums, and energy market volatility further reinforced bullish fertilizer sentiment throughout the quarter.
For the Quarter Ending December 2025
North America
North America’s nitrogen-based fertilizer market in Q4 2025 showed mixed dynamics, with strong gains in upstream ammonia contrasting with declines in several downstream fertilizers. Ammonia prices surged by 30.21%, driven by firm export demand, tight global supply, and elevated natural gas cost volatility earlier in the quarter. This supported marginal increases in Ammonium Nitrate (+1.82%) and Calcium Nitrate (+4.50%), where demand from industrial and specialty agricultural applications remained steady.
However, downstream fertilizers such as Urea (-11.93%), UAN (-1.97%), and DAP (-1.66%) declined due to seasonal demand slowdown post-harvest and ample inventories. Sodium Nitrate (-6.5%) and Ammonium Sulphate (-4.69%) also softened, reflecting weak agricultural offtake and sufficient domestic availability. Stable logistics and uninterrupted production ensured steady supply, limiting any upward price pressure.
Overall, the market was influenced by strong upstream cost support from ammonia, but this did not fully translate downstream due to subdued agricultural demand and inventory overhang, keeping most nitrogen fertilizer prices under pressure during the quarter.
APAC
APAC nitrogen-based fertilizer markets in Q4 2025 exhibited mixed pricing trends, shaped by seasonal demand patterns, stable supply, and varying feedstock dynamics. Urea (-8.66%), UAN (-3.65%), and DAP (-6.44%) declined significantly, reflecting weak post-harvest demand, high inventories, and subdued procurement across key agricultural economies such as India and Southeast Asia. Sodium Nitrate (-1.0%) and Ammonia (-0.98%) also edged lower, indicating balanced supply and limited cost-push support from upstream markets.
In contrast, Ammonium Sulphate (+2.59%), Calcium Nitrate (+4.50%), and Ammonium Chloride (+10.71%) recorded gains, supported by steady demand from specialty agriculture and soil-conditioning applications. Ammonium Nitrate (+1.32%) also rose slightly due to consistent industrial and agricultural demand.
Supply conditions remained stable, with uninterrupted production and smooth regional trade flows ensuring adequate availability. However, cautious buying behavior and inventory overhang in bulk fertilizers kept overall market sentiment subdued. While select specialty fertilizers showed resilience, the broader nitrogen fertilizer market in APAC remained under pressure due to weak agricultural demand and competitive pricing.
Europe
Europe’s nitrogen-based fertilizer market in Q4 2025 showed mixed trends, with strong upstream cost pressures contrasting against subdued downstream demand. Ammonia prices surged by 22.22%, driven by elevated natural gas costs and supply tightness across key production hubs, providing cost support to the nitrogen value chain. This contributed to price increases in Ammonium Sulphate (+5.07%), Calcium Nitrate (+1.27%), and UAN (+3.61%), where demand from specialty agriculture and liquid fertilizer applications remained relatively stable.
However, bulk fertilizers such as Urea (-3.24%), DAP (-7.98%), and Sodium Nitrate (-11.9%) declined due to weak seasonal demand, high inventories, and cautious procurement by farmers amid economic uncertainty. Ammonium Nitrate (-1.11%) also softened slightly, reflecting balanced supply-demand conditions.
Production remained stable, with no major disruptions, while steady imports ensured adequate availability. Overall, despite strong ammonia-driven cost support, the market remained pressured by weak agricultural demand and inventory overhang, leading to a mixed pricing environment across nitrogen fertilizers in Europe during the quarter.
For the Quarter Ending June 2025
North America
In Q2 2025, North America's nitrogen fertilizer market showed mixed price dynamics, with Ammonium Nitrate and Urea leading gains. Ammonium Nitrate prices surged 9.43% QoQ, driven by weather-related production disruptions, steady agricultural demand, and constrained supply due to outages at LSB, CF, and Nutrien. Urea prices rose 12.50%, supported by spring planting demand, supply chain disruptions, and new U.S. tariffs. Similarly, UAN (Urea Ammonium Nitrate) increased by 2.81%, fueled by late-season nitrogen application and reduced exports from Trinidad and Russia.
Ammonium Sulphate saw a 5.45% rise, supported by resilient industrial demand despite weak seasonal agriculture. Calcium Nitrate prices rose 5.00%, largely due to import disruptions and peak seasonal demand.
Conversely, Ammonia prices declined sharply by 14.19%, as post-spring agricultural demand waned and supply remained steady, despite heatwave-related outages. Sodium Nitrate recorded a 2.21% decline, despite volatility; June’s 16.07% surge was offset by April–May softness and late-quarter corrections.
Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) posted the strongest increase at 27.97%, reflecting tighter availability and resilient demand.
Overall, Q2 was marked by weather disruptions, logistics volatility, and tariff impacts, resulting in notable price divergence across the nitrogen fertilizer spectrum in North America.
Europe
In Q2 2025, Europe’s fertilizer market exhibited mixed dynamics. Sodium Nitrate prices surged 1.46% quarter-over-quarter, reaching USD 1030/MT in June, driven by strong demand from the food and pharmaceutical sectors, tight supply due to planned maintenance in Germany, and strategic buying from U.S. clients. In contrast, Ammonia prices fell sharply by 14.2%, weighed by soft demand, ample inventories, and strong import flows from Trinidad and Algeria.
Ammonium Sulphate declined steadily to USD 258/MT due to high domestic supply, logistical bottlenecks, and weak seasonal demand. However, prices stabilized in July amid balanced supply-demand conditions. Urea began the quarter on a bearish note but reversed in June as geopolitical tensions, production outages, and port issues raised supply concerns and boosted buying. Ammonium Chloride prices rebounded in late Q2, supported by rising feedstock costs and seasonal demand.
UAN prices climbed steadily, with a 3% increase from May to June in France, driven by import disruptions, geopolitical instability, and freight volatility. Calcium Nitrate rose in Q2, supported by strong fertilizer demand and supply bottlenecks at Belgian ports. Overall, while upstream ammonia weakened, downstream nitrate-based fertilizers gained strength amid supply constraints, robust demand, and shifting trade patterns across Europe.
APAC
In Q2 2025, Asia’s fertilizer market reflected a mix of soft pricing trends and regionally driven demand spikes. Sodium Nitrate prices in APAC declined 3.57% QoQ to USD 368/MT by June, pressured by sluggish exports, trade frictions, and an inventory overhang, despite stable production costs. Ammonium Nitrate prices rose 7% amid peak agricultural demand in South and Southeast Asia and tightening supply from global disruptions.
Ammonia prices dipped 1.74% to USD 329/MT as muted demand and steady imports kept the market soft, though rising freight rates and port congestion began to tighten supply by late June. Ammonium Sulphate prices in South Korea remained stable, with high operating rates and strong inventory levels balancing subdued demand.
Ammonium Chloride in Japan dropped 6.22% due to weak agricultural uptake and competitive Chinese exports but stabilized in July on modest restocking. Urea fell 3.75% despite strong planting season demand, reflecting temporary price corrections before rebounding in late Q2. UAN declined 4.21% amid modest domestic demand and logistical delays, though July saw a firming trend.
DAP rose 9.6% in Q2 on limited supply and strong early-season demand, while Calcium Nitrate gained 3.53% on steady exports and active Southeast Asian crop cycles, despite a softening in nitric acid costs.
MEA
In Q2 2025, the Middle East & Africa (MEA) fertilizer market displayed mixed trends across key products. Ammonia prices in the region held steady through April–June, supported by stable production, healthy inventories, and consistent domestic supply from players like ADNOC. However, July marked a sharp reversal as prices rose due to tightening global supply, North African export outages, and Gulf producers redirecting volumes to higher-bid markets like India, straining availability in the UAE.
Urea prices declined 4.45% QoQ, with bearish sentiment dominating early Q2 amid oversupply, contract-focused trade, and muted spot demand. A brief rebound in May followed domestic restocking ahead of Ma’aden’s maintenance shutdown. By June, weak spot activity and geopolitical uncertainties pushed prices lower again. In July, prices rose modestly as operations resumed at Ma’aden and ammonia costs firmed, though buyers remained cautious.
Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) in Morocco rose 10% in Q2, closing near USD 723/MT. Prices corrected slightly (~1.5%) in July due to softer buying from African nations post restocking. Despite minor shipping delays at Casablanca, FOB margins held firm, supported by stable phosphoric acid costs. The DAP price outlook remains steady, barring major new tenders from East Africa or India.
For the Quarter Ending March 2025
North America
In Q1 2025, Urea prices in North America surged by 20%, driven by production cuts due to extreme winter weather and strong seasonal agricultural demand. Force majeure declarations by key producers, freight disruptions, and tight global supply further fueled the increase. Ammonium Sulfate followed with an 18% rise as spring planting demand grew, compounded by production and logistical challenges. Similarly, Ammonium Nitrate prices increased by 6.53%, supported by limited supply and steady demand from water-soluble fertilizer applications. UAN prices rose modestly by 4.4%, as seasonal demand and tariff impositions tightened supply.
DAP prices climbed 5.39% due to pre-planting stockpiling, supply-side constraints, and export restrictions, particularly from China. In contrast, Sodium Nitrate and Calcium Nitrate prices dropped by 7.78% and 5%, respectively, as well-organized inventories and moderate demand in the fertilizer and personal care sectors pressured prices. Ammonia prices saw a sharp decline of 10.30%, driven by sufficient domestic and imported supply, coupled with weak winter-season demand and cautious buyer activity.
Overall, fertilizers linked to agricultural activity experienced upward price trends due to weather-related disruptions and tight supply, while stable inventory levels and moderate demand softened prices for others.
Europe
In Q1 2025, the European fertilizer market exhibited diverse price trends across key commodities, driven by varying supply-demand dynamics and seasonal factors. Urea prices surged by 19.22%, supported by tight supply due to production issues, port disruptions, and heightened seasonal demand for spring planting. Similarly, Ammonium Sulphate prices increased marginally by 0.92%, as rising feedstock costs offset weak demand earlier in the quarter.
UAN (Urea Ammonium Nitrate) prices climbed by 3.10%, driven by supply constraints from production challenges and labor strikes, alongside restocking activities in February and March. Sodium Nitrate saw a notable 9.52% increase, bolstered by consistent demand from food, pharmaceutical, and personal care sectors, coupled with winter logistical delays.
On the other hand, Ammonia prices declined by 4.69%, pressured by sufficient imports from Trinidad and Tobago and subdued agricultural demand amid delayed nitrogen applications caused by dry weather conditions. Meanwhile, DAP (Diammonium Phosphate) prices rose by 2.67%, reflecting limited regional supply, robust demand ahead of the planting season, and constrained global phosphate markets.
Overall, the quarter's price movements were shaped by supply chain disruptions, seasonal demand, and regional availability, highlighting both bullish and bearish trends across fertilizers.
APAC
In Q1 2025, the Asian fertilizer market exhibited mixed price trends driven by varying supply-demand dynamics and seasonal factors. Urea prices declined significantly by 15.18%, attributed to ample supply and weak demand in China and Japan. Ammonium Nitrate fell 1.68%, with tepid downstream demand despite restocking ahead of planting seasons in China and India. Urea Ammonium Nitrate (UAN) dropped 8.33%, pressured by lower ammonia feedstock costs and muted industrial demand. Ammonium Chloride prices declined 14.22%, reflecting improved supply after maintenance shutdowns and subdued fertilizer sector activity.
Sodium Nitrate prices recorded an 11.96% decrease, driven by cautious procurement and reduced activity in food and nutraceutical sectors during holiday periods. Calcium Nitrate fell 7.91% as weak demand from water-soluble fertilizers and oversupply conditions dominated. Ammonia prices plunged 19.53%, reflecting increased production rates and weak demand across fertilizers and chemicals, although late-quarter restocking boosted prices slightly.
In contrast, Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) prices rose 0.99% due to restricted Chinese exports and seasonal demand. Ammonium Sulphate surged 6.35%, supported by spring agricultural activities and rising raw material costs. Overall, weak industrial activity and robust supply weighed on most fertilizers, while seasonal demand boosted selective segments like DAP and Ammonium Sulphate.
MEA
In Q1 2025, Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) prices in the MEA region edged up by 1.30%. Prices began at USD 625/MT in January but dipped due to weak demand, lower Ammonia costs, and weather-related agricultural uncertainties. February marked a recovery, driven by tighter global phosphate supplies amid Chinese export restrictions and strong demand from Southeast Asia, Africa, and the US. March prices remained stable, supported by firm export activity and balanced supply-demand conditions.
The Urea market recorded a 7.55% price increase during the quarter. Strong international demand and India’s tender for over 1 million tonnes supported steady price growth through January and February. Supply disruptions in the US due to severe winter weather compounded the tightening market. However, by March, prices softened as declining Ammonia feedstock costs and the conclusion of the peak agricultural season in Saudi Arabia and the UAE reduced domestic demand. Severe rainfall further disrupted logistics and field applications, prompting buyers to defer purchases.
In contrast, Ammonia prices dropped by 11.29% as ample supply and limited spot market activity drove bearish market sentiment. High operating rates across the region and restrained demand from producers focusing on contractual obligations further pressured prices downward, creating a softening market outlook.
For the Quarter Ending December 2024
North America
In Q4 2024, the North American fertilizer and agricultural chemical market exhibited mixed trends, reflecting supply-demand dynamics and seasonal factors. Sodium Nitrate prices fluctuated, with an initial surge in October due to strong pharmaceutical demand and supply shortages, followed by a decline in December as Chinese exporters offered competitive pricing. Ammonium Nitrate prices remained stable in October and November but saw a marginal rise in December due to supply tightness and steady industrial demand from mining and explosives sectors.
Urea Ammonium Nitrate (UAN) prices surged in October due to logistical disruptions and supply shortages but stabilized later as agricultural demand waned. Ammonium Chloride mirrored Ammonium Nitrate trends, with a slight December price increase driven by industrial demand. Ammonium Sulphate prices dropped initially due to oversupply and weak agricultural demand but rebounded slightly in December. Urea prices showed stability after an October surge, supported by industrial demand. Calcium Nitrate prices rose in October due to seasonal inventory build-up but declined in December due to logistical disruptions and subdued fertilizer demand.
Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) prices fell impacted by weak autumn harvest demand and supply chain constraints. Overall, the market faced challenges from logistical disruptions, fluctuating feedstock costs, and cautious agricultural purchasing, with industrial demand providing some stability.
APAC
In Q4 2024, the Asia-Pacific fertilizer market showed mixed trends influenced by supply chain disruptions, weather impacts, and seasonal agricultural demand. Sodium Nitrate prices were stable initially but declined by December due to oversupply and destocking. Ammonium Nitrate and Ammonium Chloride prices declined, pressured by ample inventories and weak export demand, except in India, where restocking for the Rabi season caused slight increases. Urea Ammonium Nitrate (UAN) prices in India dropped in December due to balanced inventories meeting planting season needs. Ammonium Sulphate prices surged in China and South Korea due to strong Indian demand and weather-related production disruptions. Urea prices were volatile, rising early on strong demand but stabilizing by year-end. Calcium Nitrate prices were initially strong due to agricultural demand but fell in December on weaker fertilizer sector activity. Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) prices remained stable throughout Q4, showing an increase compared to Q3 levels. These trends highlight the interplay of supply chain challenges, weather effects, and agricultural cycles on the fertilizer market.
Europe
In Q4 2024, the European fertilizer and agricultural chemical market exhibited mixed trends, shaped by supply-demand dynamics, logistical challenges, and seasonal factors. Sodium Nitrate prices rose steadily due to limited supply, rising production costs, and strong demand from downstream sectors. Ammonium Nitrate prices declined due to oversupply and weak agricultural demand, despite rising feedstock costs. Urea Ammonium Nitrate (UAN) prices fluctuated, with an October surge driven by supply disruptions and seasonal stockpiling, followed by stabilization and a December rebound due to persistent supply constraints. Ammonium Chloride and Ammonium Sulphate prices dropped due to oversupply and weak agricultural demand, though the UK saw a December price surge due to supply chain disruptions. Urea market witnessed a steady price surge driven by supply constraints, high natural gas costs, and logistical challenges, despite subdued agricultural demand. Persistent supply-side pressures and rising production costs outweighed weak demand, fueling competition and pushing prices upward. Calcium Nitrate prices rose in October due to strong demand for the planting season but declined in December due to logistical disruptions and subdued fertilizer demand. Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) prices saw a slight increase, supported by stable production and moderate agricultural demand despite adverse weather and logistical challenges. Overall, the market faced headwinds from high input costs, logistical disruptions, and cautious agricultural purchasing, with industrial demand providing some stability.
