Fertilizers—both mineral and organic—are indispensable inputs in modern agriculture. Yet, recent years have seen unprecedented volatility in fertilizer prices, trade flows, and policy responses, reshaping the landscape for producers, traders, and farmers alike. This event will explore the evolving dynamics of the global fertilizer market and its critical role in food security and agricultural sustainability.

Drawing on the latest research and market intelligence from AMIS, FAO’s Food Outlook and IFPRI, this session will unpack the key drivers behind recent market disruptions and recovery patterns, including the environmental footprint of fertilizer use, and a variety of policy developments affecting market access and affordability.

Opening Remarks

• Monika Tothova, Senior Economist, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO); Agricultural Market Information System (AMIS) Secretary
• Charlotte Hebebrand, Director of Communications and Public Affairs, IFPRI

Presentations

• Current Situation on the Fertilizer Markets: Delphine Leconte-Demarsy, Fertilizer consultant, Agricultural Market Information System (AMIS) (Presentation)
• US Tariffs and Fertilizer Trade: Shawn Arita, Associate Director and Associate Research Professor, Agricultural Risk Policy Center, North Dakota State University (NDSU) (Presentation)
• Policy Reforms and Fertilizer Use: Fertilizer Subsidies and Alternatives: Ruth Hill, Director, Markets, Trade, and Institutions, IFPRI (Presentation)

Discussion

Moderated by Monika Tothova, Senior Economist, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO); Agricultural Market Information System (AMIS) Secretary and Charlotte Hebebrand, Director of Communications and Public Affairs, IFPRI

• Maria Antip, Fertilizer consultant, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
• Veronica Nigh, Senior Economist, The Fertilizer Institute