Participants in the global potash market have endured a difficult first half of the year, with delays to contract negotiations, low demand, high stocks and falling prices.Sales volumes for the top eight producers declined by 2.6 million t during January – June this year compared with the first six months of 2015.
Numerous producers referred to the market being in suspended mode from March to July in lieu of the benchmark China and India contract settlements. But with both regions fully settled by August, the market is expected to enjoy a period of contentment.
