The Egyptian fertilizer market experienced a notable fluctuation in prices on Thursday, September 24, 2026, as reported by Veto. The ongoing crisis caused by the black market activity and high demand compared to the official supply continues to impact prices. According to the latest report from the Local and Global Prices Portal, part of the Information and Decision Support Center, prices of various fertilizers, including ammonium nitrate and urea, have seen significant changes.
Ammonium nitrate prices, specifically for the 33.5% special type, averaged around 24,202 Egyptian pounds per ton, marking an increase of 340 pounds from the previous price. The price range for this type of nitrate varied from 21,000 to 29,000 pounds per ton. On the other hand, the ordinary ammonium nitrate, with a 33.5% concentration, had an average price of 11,974 pounds per ton, showing a decrease of 1,223 pounds from its previous price. The price range for ordinary nitrate was significantly wide, from 4,700 to 24,400 pounds per ton.
The prices of ammonium sulfate, another key fertilizer, also saw changes. The 20.6% special type of ammonium sulfate had an average price of 20,165 pounds per ton, which is a decrease of 87 pounds from its previous price. The price range for this type of sulfate was between 10,200 and 30,000 pounds per ton. These fluctuations indicate a volatile market influenced by supply and demand dynamics.
Urea prices, a critical fertilizer for agriculture, also experienced significant movements. The 46.5% special type of urea had an average price of 24,839 pounds per ton, which represents an increase of 430 pounds from its previous price. The price range for special urea was between 21,000 and 30,000 pounds per ton. Meanwhile, the ordinary 46.5% urea had an average price of 11,818 pounds per ton, showing a decrease of 1,175 pounds from its previous price. The price range for ordinary urea varied from 4,800 to 23,000 pounds per ton.
The wide price ranges for these fertilizers across Egypt can be attributed to the influence of the black market and regional disparities in supply and demand. The ongoing crisis in the fertilizer market has significant implications for agricultural production and food security in Egypt. Farmers and consumers are closely watching the market dynamics, hoping for stabilization and more affordable prices.
The Egyptian government and relevant authorities have been working to address the issues in the fertilizer market, including combating black market activities and improving the supply of official fertilizers. However, the impact of these efforts on market prices remains to be seen. For now, the market continues to experience volatility, affecting the agricultural sector and the broader economy.
In conclusion, the Egyptian fertilizer market is witnessing significant price changes, particularly with a large drop in urea and ordinary nitrate prices. The market's volatility, influenced by the black market and supply-demand imbalances, continues to pose challenges for farmers and the agricultural sector. Monitoring these developments is crucial for understanding the future trajectory of Egypt's agricultural economy.
Key points
- The Egyptian fertilizer market sees significant price drops in urea and ordinary nitrate.
- Prices vary across different regions and types of fertilizers.
- The black market and supply-demand dynamics continue to impact fertilizer prices in Egypt.
