European crop nutrient industry warns of cheap Russian fertiliser flooding market, risking food security

European crop nutrient industry warns of cheap Russian fertiliser flooding the market, risking food security. Russian imports, especially urea, have increased post-Ukraine invasion. European producers struggle to compete due to Russia's low natural gas costs. EU heavily reliant on Russian urea imports, with Poland's imports rising. Industry faces crisis as costs soar, leading to market exits. Concerns raised over dependence on Russian fertiliser and potential food security risks.