Turtlesong Farm

The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global fertilizer supplies, not just oil. Disruptions to shipping through the strait are already pushing fertilizer prices higher and threatening global food production. The strait carries ~1/3 of global seaborne fertilizer trade. Gulf producers account for ~43–49% of global urea exports and ~30% of ammonia exports. The region also ships ~44% of seaborne sulfur, a key fertilizer input. Nitrogen fertilizers (urea and ammonia) are essential for crop yields and rely on cheap Gulf natural gas. Nearly all exports from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Iran must pass through Hormuz. Fertilizer prices up ~30% since late February. Ships carrying fertilizer stuck in Gulf ports. Spring planting disrupted in multiple regions. Countries most affected: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh: rising prices, gas shortages hitting fertilizer plants. Brazil: higher fertilizer costs threaten soybean production. China & SE Asia: fertilizer prices rising sharply. Parts of Africa: shortages risk food insecurity.

What if death sat beside you, sharing your favorite drink, and quietly whispered: “You’ve done enough. Finish your glass-it’s time to go.” What would you say?

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Remember FarmVille? Farming simulator played mostly on Facebook. (2009)

So far, over 20 countries have reached out to Iran to align with its new framework for managing the Strait of Hormuz. If, as previously reported, Iran moves to make the yuan the basis for its transactions, something important is unfolding - a new global equation is taking shape.