Why the Fertilizer Crisis Won’t End When the Iran War DoesVideo: Why the Fertilizer Crisis Won’t End When the Iran War Does
The fertilizer crisis didn’t start with war — it revealed a system already under strain.
Seed World U.S. Editor Aimee Nielson breaks down what’s really happening in global fertilizer markets and why the impact on farmers may last far longer than current headlines suggest.
Featuring insights from global fertilizer expert Melih Keyman and industry leaders Chris Abbott and Chris Turner, this conversation explores:
Why fertilizer supply was already tight before geopolitical disruption
What the Strait of Hormuz and global trade routes mean for input availability
How rising nitrogen prices are crushing farmer margins
Why this crisis could affect seed choices, crop mix and acreage decisions
The hidden risks around phosphate and sulfur supply
Why experts say this situation may get worse before it gets better
Even if tensions ease, the underlying issues — supply constraints, investment gaps and purchasing behavior — are still in play.
Watch to understand what this means for farmers, the seed industry and the future of global food production.