fertilizer

The potash sector was largely in balance in 2025, leading to stable supply conditions according to production data from the top 10 producing countries. This market stability is crucial for global agriculture and fertilizer supply chains that depend on potash for crop production.

Iran war-induced fertilizer shortages are creating political vulnerabilities for Republicans in farm states ahead of 2026 midterms. This supply disruption gives Democrats a new affordability messaging angle in competitive agricultural districts.