Brazil is expected to import a record volume of fertilizers in 2025.

Between January and September 2025, 33.6 million tons have already been imported, compared to 31.6 million in the same period of the previous year. Deliveries to the consumer are also expected to grow by about 10%, totaling 46.6 million tons by the end of the year. This increase reinforces the strategic role of fertilizers in agricultural planning and highlights Brazil's dependence on external inputs. The international scenario, however, remains challenging. The rise in phosphorus prices (MAP), driven by lower global supply and reduced Chinese exports, has increased the cost of fertilization in virtually all crops. On average, the cost per hectare is expected to rise by 7.4% in 2025 compared to 2024, with a notable increase for sugarcane, which reaches an average of 10.7%. Despite the increase in domestic supply, the global market still faces imbalances between ...