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Fertilizer production and sales are caught in a "dilemma"
After the Spring Festival, the spring plowing season is about to begin across the country, from south to north. This year, 21 provinces in southern China have been hit by severe ice and snow disasters, causing disruptions in agricultural activities and creating an urgent need for self-reliance and production support. To stabilize the prices of agricultural products and ensure a steady supply, promoting agricultural production has become one of the government's top priorities this year.
Maintaining farmers' enthusiasm for growing grain requires ensuring stable and sufficient supply of chemical fertilizers. However, fertilizer companies are facing a tough situation: on one hand, rising raw material costs and transportation challenges due to the heavy snowfall during the holiday period have increased production costs. On the other hand, strict government price controls limit their ability to raise prices, leading to potential losses if they operate at full capacity.
To address these issues, the National Development and Reform Commission issued a notice before the Spring Festival, emphasizing the need for local authorities to implement preferential pricing policies for fertilizer production and distribution. It also called for improved coordination in electricity and gas supply for fertilizer manufacturers. Authorities were urged to closely monitor prices and penalize any violations, such as unauthorized price hikes or failure to comply with pricing regulations.
In addition, the state raised export tariffs on key fertilizers like diammonium phosphate, monoammonium phosphate, and compound fertilizers to 35% in the first three quarters of 2008. This move was aimed at curbing exports and prioritizing domestic supply, especially given the rising global fertilizer prices. The goal is clear: to prevent domestic shortages and maintain market stability.
Industry leaders and major fertilizer producers gathered in Beijing to discuss the implementation of strict price control measures. They pledged to follow government guidelines, ensure stable fertilizer prices, and prioritize domestic supply over exports. Companies were encouraged to focus on long-term interests, improve production efficiency, and avoid price hikes that could burden farmers.
Despite these efforts, many fertilizer companies continue to face challenges. Rising raw material costs, limited access to natural gas, and high import prices for sulfur and potassium chloride have made it difficult for companies to absorb cost increases. Meanwhile, the impact of the snowstorm has disrupted transportation and production, affecting both affected and non-affected regions.
As a result, fertilizer distributors are hesitant to purchase new stock, fearing that prices may drop under continued government regulation. Many are waiting for clearer signals before making decisions. Farmers, who are ultimately the consumers, are also feeling the pressure. With rising prices, some are buying less or opting for cheaper alternatives, which could lead to more efficient use of fertilizers in the long run.
Experts believe that maintaining high fertilizer prices during the spring planting season will be challenging, especially for phosphorus and compound fertilizers, where raw material costs have surged significantly. Farmers, caught between rising input costs and uncertain returns, are struggling to balance productivity and profitability.
On a positive note, this situation may encourage better fertilizer management practices. Agricultural technicians can take this opportunity to promote soil testing and precision fertilization, helping farmers make more informed and sustainable choices.
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