Recently, those working in agriculture—or even individuals who regularly purchase fertilizers—may have started to notice that “fertilizer prices are going up again,” especially for key products such as urea (46-0-0) and 40-0-0, which are widely used.

 

Based on the latest data, global urea prices are currently around USD 600–650 per ton, representing an increase of approximately 30–50% in some markets compared to earlier periods. In Thailand, retail prices have also risen to around 900–1,000 THB per 50-kg bag, reflecting a noticeable upward trend within a relatively short time.

 

The main drivers are not domestic, but rather global market factors. The Middle East, a major fertilizer production hub, has been facing disruptions in both production and logistics. In particular, the halt in fertilizer production by QatarEnergy has removed several million tons of supply from the global market. As supply tightens, prices have increased accordingly.

 

In Thailand, although the government has reported that fertilizer stocks remain at approximately 8–9 million bags, which should be sufficient in the short term, there have already been reports of tightening supply in some areas. Notably, 40-0-0 fertilizer is becoming harder to find, with prices increasing by around 10–15%.

 

Farmers can purchase fertilizers from various sources, such as:

1. Agricultural cooperatives → Prices are lower but limited to members, and products may not always be available.
2. General fertilizer or agricultural supply stores → Convenient and accessible, but prices fluctuate according to market conditions.
3. Distributors → Suitable for bulk purchases.
4. Online platforms → Increasingly available, but shipping costs are relatively high due to weight-based pricing.

For end users, this means that better planning may be necessary—whether it’s purchasing in advance, comparing prices, or selecting appropriate fertilizer formulations. The market remains volatile, and prices may continue to fluctuate depending on global developments, particularly energy prices and logistics conditions.

 

Ultimately, fertilizer prices may seem like a distant issue for some, but they are directly linked to food production costs that affect everyone. This is a situation worth monitoring closely, as it remains uncertain whether prices will stabilize—or continue to rise.

Data from

Link : https://www.moc.go.th/th/gallery/category/detail/id/5/iid/1690?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Link : https://www.amarintv.com/news/social/542132

 Link : https://www.krungsri.com/th/research/industry/industry-outlook/chemicals/chemical-fertilizers/io/fertilizer-2026-2028

 

(Bee)