Gladkykh D. The potential global market of mineral fertilizers in the economic crisis

Abstract

The article discusses the global fertilizer market segment and its features, the basic types of fertilizers and given their basic characteristics. The main purpose of the author brings an objective assessment of the conjuncture and prospects for further development of the market of mineral fertilizers. Analyzed the main areas of production and sale of fertilizers. Fertilizers are a classic commodities, international trade which actively carried out since the mid XX century. The main factors that contribute to an active international trade this category, is the uneven distribution of raw materials for the production of certain types of fertilizer (potassium, phosphorus) and the relatively low prevalence in the world. The crisis has significantly affected a significant reduction in the consumption of fertilizers, but the main problem - the low prices for agricultural products, which have emerged during the crisis. These prices do not allow farmers to buy fertilizers at a higher price. However, the development of this market has a pronounced progressive nature