European Commission launches EU fertilisers value chain Partnership
- Launched on 9 November, the Partnership brings together farmers, fertiliser producers and Member States.
- Its three shared objectives are availability and affordability of home-grown fertilisers, improved predictability for producers and users, and support for decarbonisation and sustainable nutrient management.
- The Commission adopted the Fertiliser Action Plan on 19 May 2026 and will use the Partnership to facilitate implementation and policy dialogue.
- The Commission has mobilised €540 million in financial relief for farmers affected by higher fertiliser and energy costs.
Purpose and launch
The Commission launched the EU fertilisers value chain Partnership on 9 November to create a structured dialogue linking policymakers with stakeholders across the fertiliser value chain. Commissioner Hansen opened the first meeting and framed the initiative as a way for industry and farmers to work in partnership with greater transparency.
Objectives
The Partnership is built on three shared objectives: ensuring availability and affordability of home-grown fertilisers for EU farmers; improving predictability for fertiliser producers and users; and supporting decarbonisation of the EU fertiliser industry alongside sustainable nutrient management on farms.
Working method
The Commission will provide a structured space for cooperation and voluntary commitments among members. In regular policy dialogue sessions participants will exchange views on key issues, identify remaining barriers and explore possible policy responses based on the Fertiliser Action Plan’s initiatives.
Background and support measures
The Commission cites geopolitical shocks and supply disruptions that have increased fertiliser prices and exposed supply vulnerabilities, underscoring the need for greater predictability, stability and competitiveness. To address short-term needs, the Commission mobilised €540 million in financial relief; Member States may use these amounts to compensate farmers most affected by higher fertiliser and energy costs, focusing on the sectors and products most impacted.
Source: European Commission