Strait Closure and Chinese Restrictions Disrupt Fertiliser Supply for Asian Planting Season
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The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and new Chinese restrictions have interrupted the flow of fertiliser to Asia, threatening the region’s planting season.
The Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime chokepoint, has been shut, while China has imposed additional restrictions on fertiliser exports. These developments have disrupted the supply chain for fertiliser, a key input for agriculture across Asia.
The timing of the disruptions coincides with the beginning of the planting season, raising concerns about food security in the region.
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