
US phosphate market participants hold mixed views on spring grower demand after a weak fall season. DAP and MAP prices at Nola averaged well above year-earlier levels because import tariffs deterred offshore supply.
Imports for July through September fell 71pc year on year, and the outlook for fresh imports early next year is uncertain.
Uncertain spring demand combined with possible extra supply from unsold warehouse stocks could soften near-term phosphate prices. Buyers should watch whether tariff-limited imports return.
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