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Surging Sulfur Prices: Who Is Choking the Global Phosphate Fertilizer Industry?
In agricultural production, phosphate fertilizers are essential to crop growth and development. What many may not realize is that the starting point of most common phosphate fertilizers is often a pale yellow, brittle crystal or powder — sulfur . With a global annual output of approximately 70 million tons , around 80% of sulfur supply comes as a byproduct of petroleum refining and natural gas processing , making it deeply intertwined with the global energy landscape. Sulfur

Antonia Z
5 days ago6 min read


What’s the Difference Between Urea Phosphate (UP) and Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP) if Both Contain P and N?
1) Nutrient Content Urea Phosphate (CO(NH₂)₂·H₃PO₄) Also called urea phosphate salt / urea phosphoric acid . N = 17.7% ; P₂O₅ = 44.9% ....

Camille W.
Sep 35 min read


Fertilizer Market Review – Late August 2025
I. Ammonium Sulfate Market: Stable Both Internationally and Domestically Overall Trend: The international ammonium sulfate market...

Fernando Chen
Sep 17 min read


Briefing on China’s Fertilizer Import and Export (January–July 2025) and Market Summary
I. Overview of China’s Fertilizer Import and Export Data (1) Export Data Monthly Export (July): Total fertilizer export reached 5.70...

Fernando Chen
Aug 184 min read


Mixing and Taboos of Potassium Dihydrogen Phosphate (MKP)
Potassium dihydrogen phosphate (KH₂PO₄, MKP) is a high-concentration, high-quality chlorine-free phosphorus-potassium fertilizer with...

Camille W.
Aug 134 min read


China Fertilizer Market Briefing: Supply-Demand Game and Price Divergence
Core Market Overview The current Chinese fertilizer market is characterized by intensified supply-demand tension and continued price...

Fernando Chen
Aug 45 min read


China Fertilizer Market Brief – July 2025
Core Market Overview In July, China's fertilizer market was characterized by “weak supply and demand with diverging price trends.” Potash...

Fernando Chen
Jul 284 min read


TMAP vs. TDAP: Chemistry, Application, and Global Trends
Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP) and Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) are both ammonium phosphate fertilizers synthesized by neutralizing...

Camille W.
Jul 94 min read


China's Fertilizer Market: Trends Under the Influence of Export Policies and Global Market Dynamics
Within the global fertilizer trade framework, China’s fertilizer market is significantly influenced by export policies and international...

Fernando Chen
Jun 303 min read


April 2025 China Fertilizer Import-Export Analysis Brief
Market Foreword As the 2025 spring ploughing enters its final stage, China's fertilizer market is at a critical juncture where raw...

Fernando Chen
May 194 min read


China Confirms Export Controls on MAP, DAP, and Urea: What Global Buyers Need to Know
China Confirms Export Controls on MAP, DAP, and Urea: What Global Buyers Need to Know

Dongxu Li
May 114 min read


The Nutritional Code of Plant Growth: Macronutrients, Secondary Nutrients & Micronutrients
Nutrient elements play a crucial role in the growth and development of plants. There are 17 essential nutrients required for plant...

Camille W.
Apr 164 min read


Guide to Identification and Scientific Remedies of Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium Deficiencies in Crops
In the process of crop growth, nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium are known as the "three major life elements" of crops, and play a vital...

Fernando Chen
Mar 56 min read


Potash & Phosphate Fertilizers Market Update
Potash Market Update Overview: Potash prices rose in China and Northwest Europe, while Southeast Asia and Brazil stayed weak. Russia is...

Camille W.
Mar 33 min read


2024 China Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP) Market Overview
In 2024, China's MAP market exhibited a "decline-rise-decline" trend, with relatively small price fluctuations. Market movements were...

Camille W.
Feb 172 min read


Detailed Fertilizer Import and Export Data for China in November 2024.
Exports: In November 2024, China exported a total of 3.37 million tons of various fertilizers, including: 2,200 tons of urea 1.84...

Antonia Z
Dec 23, 20241 min read


2024 FOB Price Trends at Chinese Ports – Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP 12-61-0)
In 2024, the FOB prices for Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP 12-61-0) at Chinese ports showed significant fluctuations. Overall , prices...

Antonia Z
Dec 18, 20242 min read


Global Fertilizer Market Updates: ICL Signs Potash Supply Agreement with China, Indian Urea Tender Boosts Prices, Changes in China's Phosphate Export Policies...
ICL and China Sign Potash Supply Agreement for 2025–2027 ICL Group Ltd has announced a significant framework agreement with China to...

Antonia Z
Dec 16, 20243 min read


Key Factors Affecting Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP) Prices and the Impact of China's Export Suspension.
Starting from November 28, 2024, rumors have circulated that China may halt the export of phosphate fertilizers, including monoammonium...

Antonia Z
Dec 4, 20245 min read


Export Situation of Major Fertilizers in China in October.
Urea In October 2024, China's urea export volume was 3,500 tons , amounting to USD 957,600 . Hong Kong, China was the largest importing...

Antonia Z
Nov 25, 20241 min read
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