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The EU's fertiliser sector is under pressure from high input costs and the introduction of a Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) in January 2026, increasing import costs by 10-20%. The European Commission has temporarily suspended import tariffs on essential fertiliser components to counteract these costs.

In Ireland, new regulations under the Sixth Nitrates Action Programme will restrict unprotected granular urea use, promoting protected urea to reduce emissions. The Fertiliser Association of Ireland is focused on enhancing nitrogen use efficiency and sustainable farming practices.