# Fertilizer Matters EP54: Middle East Conflict – Fertilizer Demand Destruction

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Podcast: [Argus Media](https://stenobird.com/podcast/argus-media-792465)
Published: 2026-06-10T03:03:02+00:00
Episode link: https://argusmedia.podbean.com/e/fertilizer-shockwaves-how-the-middle-east-crisis-is-starving-supply-chains/
Audio file: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/8gdhfb8pt46hcd7t/Fertz_Matters_Ep54_v178bh6.mp3
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## Resource

Hear Argus’ essential analysis fertilizer demand destruction, as the impact the Middle East conflict continues to shake global markets. This episode focuses on what demand destruction is, why it’shappening and how the ripple effects could hit North America, South America and Europe. We also explore whether farmers are delaying application, if crop margins are collapsing, food inflation – and how governments are responding. Join Mike Nash, Senior Editor – Fertilizers, Claudia Wlk, Editor – Argus European Fertilizer, Taylor Zavala, Deputy Editor – Argus North American Fertilizer and Renata Carderelli Gabrielli, Editor – Argus Brazil Grains and Fertilizer as they discuss these topics in the latest episode of Argus' Fertilizer Matters podcast series.

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