Calum Findlay, Gleadell’s fertiliser manager, comments on the fertiliser markets

Granular urea

Global prices remain firm, buoyed by continuing demand despite the weakening euro undermining the confidence of European buyers.

India is expected to tender again as importers are still short of their projected requirements.

With steady demand expected to continue, markets look set to remain firm through November/December. UK importers have pushed prices on to reflect the firmness in the market.
    
Ammonium nitrate

Ample stocks are available, keeping imported prices flat. Both UK and imported product is on offer through until January delivery.

NPK

Straights continue to trade sideways with plenty of product in stores.