In Q1 2026, both import and export volumes and prices of chemical fertilizers rose; summary of import and export policies

After 176 past bullish trade events, Urea moved a median +0.1% over 5 sessions (51% higher; middle half -1.3% to +2.4%), and +1.6% over 20.

• Feb 5, 2025Indian Tender Prices Higher than Expected and Accepted Volumes Lower than Expected - Genesis Fertilizers+2.4%
• Oct 5, 2021Farmers face fertiliser shortages, higher prices after China export ban | VIC+6.2%
• Feb 5, 2024Changes in international fertilizer prices from January 26 - February 2.+1.4%
• May 1, 2026US buyers redirect imported fertilizer overseas as Iran war drives up global prices-11.0%
• Apr 28, 2025Fertilizer Prices Surge as Spring Imports Drive Urea, Phosphate, Potash | CZ app+13.4%

After 193 past bullish trade events, DAP moved a median +0.4% over 5 sessions (54% higher; middle half -0.3% to +1.8%), and +1.9% over 20.

• Oct 5, 2021Farmers face fertiliser shortages, higher prices after China export ban | VIC0.0%
• Aug 20, 2026IFDC: China’s urea exports ease nitrogen prices, but fertilizer markets remain tense - Fertilizer Daily0.0%
• Apr 22, 2025China’s Phosphate Fertilizer Export Overview (January – March 2025) - China Informatics0.0%
• May 6, 2022Morocco's Phosphate Exports Surge 83% as Global Fertilizer Prices Soar | Bladi.net0.0%
• Jun 22, 2025China’s Fertilizer Export Landscape (Jan–May 2025) - China Informatics+0.7%