Nutrien Begins Controlled Shutdown of Trinidad Operations

Nutrien Ltd., a leading global fertilizer producer, has announced a controlled shutdown of its nitrogen operations in Trinidad, effective October 21, 2025. This decision follows ongoing disputes regarding retroactive port fees with the National Energy Corporation (NEC). The shutdown is expected to affect hundreds of jobs and disrupt local supply chains, raising concerns about fertilizer availability in the region.

What this means

• Farmers: Potential fertilizer shortages may impact crop yields and pricing.
• Turf & Greenkeepers: Increased costs and reduced availability of nitrogen products could affect turf management practices.
• Industry: Other nitrogen producers may see increased demand as Nutrien's operations cease.

Outlook: The situation underscores the fragility of supply chains in the fertilizer sector, particularly in light of regulatory challenges.