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Australia Acts to Secure Urea Amid Supply Risk From Iran War

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Australia’s government formed a fertilizer industry working group to secure urea supplies threatened by Iran conflict disruptions, Agriculture Minister Julie Collins announced on April 11, 2026. The Strait of Hormuz—critical for 60% of Australia’s urea imports—remains a vulnerable shipping route despite a US-Iran ceasefire effective April 8, risking agricultural supply chains. Urea, a nitrogen-based fertilizer essential for crop yields, faces potential shortages due to geopolitical tensions, prompting urgent coordination between Canberra and industry leaders. Collins warned of ongoing logistical constraints in the Strait, underscoring Australia’s reliance on Middle Eastern supply routes for key agricultural inputs amid regional instability. The move aims to mitigate food security risks by diversifying supply chains and stockpiling reserves, reflecting broader global concerns over conflict-driven commodity disruptions.
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