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Compare Stocks - Price & Volume

CompanyCurrent Price50-Day Moving Average52-Week RangeMarket CapBetaAvg. VolumeToday's Volume
The Andersons, Inc. stock logo
ANDE
Andersons
$38.40
+1.3%
$40.63
$29.35
$46.48
$1.30 B0.73236,771 shs173,303 shs
urban-gro, Inc. stock logo
UGRO
urban-gro
$1.75
+1.2%
$2.26
$1.26
$7.12
$19.15 M3.3168,866 shs132,475 shs
Bunge Limited stock logo
BG
Bunge
$88.82
-0.3%
$93.72
$80.41
$118.99
$13.38 B0.651.61 million shs888,997 shs
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. stock logo
CF
CF Industries
$65.71
+2.5%
$72.30
$63.45
$119.60
$12.81 B1.012.87 million shs2.49 million shs
ICL Group Ltd stock logo
ICL
ICL Group
$6.48
+0.9%
$6.45
$5.91
$11.64
$8.34 B1.121.31 million shs1.05 million shs
Intrepid Potash, Inc. stock logo
IPI
Intrepid Potash
$19.67
+1.3%
$25.20
$18.26
$69.53
$258.86 M2.01192,446 shs148,978 shs
LSB Industries, Inc. stock logo
LXU
LSB Industries
$9.46
+3.5%
$9.74
$8.15
$22.23
$720.18 M1.5830,616 shs883,688 shs
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
$35.79
+1.6%
$43.03
$34.46
$64.62
$11.89 B1.494.34 million shs3.84 million shs
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
$61.46
+0.6%
$70.36
$58.75
$103.20
$30.49 B0.882.34 million shs4.12 million shs
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company stock logo
SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro
$69.79
+1.8%
$70.67
$39.06
$102.25
$3.91 B1.63780,931 shs478,985 shs

Price Performance

Company1-Day Performance7-Day Performance30-Day Performance90-Day Performance1-Year Performance
The Andersons, Inc. stock logo
ANDE
Andersons
+1.99%+4.69%-9.99%-15.24%-1.79%
urban-gro, Inc. stock logo
UGRO
urban-gro
+4.85%-1.14%-22.07%-57.49%-73.01%
Bunge Limited stock logo
BG
Bunge
+0.65%+0.11%-6.33%-8.06%-23.01%
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. stock logo
CF
CF Industries
-1.25%-5.41%-17.81%-24.84%-40.88%
ICL Group Ltd stock logo
ICL
ICL Group
+1.26%+1.10%+0.16%-13.01%-48.52%
Intrepid Potash, Inc. stock logo
IPI
Intrepid Potash
+0.78%-0.51%-29.44%-42.08%-73.88%
LSB Industries, Inc. stock logo
LXU
LSB Industries
+2.58%-4.39%-3.28%-25.20%-58.26%
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
-0.09%-4.53%-25.77%-30.10%-46.33%
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
-1.55%-3.57%-18.40%-21.59%-41.33%
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company stock logo
SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro
+4.65%-4.04%-8.54%-21.34%-30.52%

MarketRank™

CompanyOverall ScoreAnalyst's OpinionShort Interest ScoreDividend StrengthESG ScoreNews and Social Media SentimentCompany OwnershipEarnings & Valuation
The Andersons, Inc. stock logo
ANDE
Andersons
3.4666 of 5 stars
3.55.04.23.21.82.53.8
urban-gro, Inc. stock logo
UGRO
urban-gro
2.4886 of 5 stars
3.55.00.00.01.13.31.3
Bunge Limited stock logo
BG
Bunge
2.7428 of 5 stars
3.45.02.51.93.71.71.3
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. stock logo
CF
CF Industries
2.6277 of 5 stars
4.35.02.50.01.81.71.3
ICL Group Ltd stock logo
ICL
ICL Group
2.2576 of 5 stars
3.03.03.30.02.50.01.3
Intrepid Potash, Inc. stock logo
IPI
Intrepid Potash
1.9367 of 5 stars
2.83.00.00.02.71.71.9
LSB Industries, Inc. stock logo
LXU
LSB Industries
2.4734 of 5 stars
4.33.00.00.02.21.71.3
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
2.7852 of 5 stars
4.05.02.50.01.81.72.5
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
3.0873 of 5 stars
4.25.03.31.02.31.72.5
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company stock logo
SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro
2.6832 of 5 stars
3.42.02.51.52.84.21.9

Analyst Ratings

CompanyConsensus Rating ScoreConsensus RatingConsensus Price Target% Upside from Current Price
The Andersons, Inc. stock logo
ANDE
Andersons
3.00
Buy$55.0043.23% Upside
urban-gro, Inc. stock logo
UGRO
urban-gro
3.00
Buy$6.50271.43% Upside
Bunge Limited stock logo
BG
Bunge
2.78
Moderate Buy$121.2236.48% Upside
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. stock logo
CF
CF Industries
2.55
Moderate Buy$94.7144.14% Upside
ICL Group Ltd stock logo
ICL
ICL Group
2.00
Hold$8.3328.60% Upside
Intrepid Potash, Inc. stock logo
IPI
Intrepid Potash
1.50
Hold$27.0037.26% Upside
LSB Industries, Inc. stock logo
LXU
LSB Industries
2.57
Moderate Buy$14.0047.99% Upside
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
1.92
Hold$48.3535.10% Upside
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
2.44
Hold$81.1832.08% Upside
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company stock logo
SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro
2.71
Moderate Buy$76.299.31% Upside

Current Analyst Ratings

Latest Fertilizer Stocks Analyst Ratings

DateCompanyBrokerageActionRatingPrice TargetDetails
5/18/2023
ICL Group Ltd stock logo
ICL
ICL Group
Bank of America
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DowngradeBuy ➝ Neutral
5/17/2023
LSB Industries, Inc. stock logo
LXU
LSB Industries
Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft
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Lower Price Target$16.00 ➝ $13.00
5/17/2023
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
Piper Sandler
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Lower Price Target$82.00 ➝ $70.00
5/17/2023
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
Berenberg Bank
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DowngradeBuy ➝ Hold$92.00 ➝ $49.00
5/16/2023
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. stock logo
CF
CF Industries
Stifel Nicolaus
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Lower Price Target$79.00 ➝ $76.00
5/16/2023
LSB Industries, Inc. stock logo
LXU
LSB Industries
Stifel Nicolaus
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Lower Price Target$17.00 ➝ $16.00
5/16/2023
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
Stifel Nicolaus
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Lower Price Target$46.00 ➝ $42.00
5/16/2023
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
Berenberg Bank
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Lower Price Target$47.00 ➝ $38.00
5/16/2023
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
BMO Capital Markets
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Lower Price Target$110.00 ➝ $90.00
5/15/2023
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
Wells Fargo & Company
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Lower Price Target$82.00 ➝ $62.00
5/12/2023
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
Royal Bank of Canada
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Lower Price Target$100.00 ➝ $95.00
(Data available from 5/18/2020 forward. View 10+ years of historical ratings with our analyst ratings screener.)

Sales & Book Value

CompanyAnnual RevenuePrice/SalesCashflowPrice/CashBook ValuePrice/Book
The Andersons, Inc. stock logo
ANDE
Andersons
$17.23B0.08$8.46 per share4.54$39.91 per share0.96
urban-gro, Inc. stock logo
UGRO
urban-gro
$67.03M0.29N/AN/A$2.77 per share0.63
Bunge Limited stock logo
BG
Bunge
$67.23B0.20$16.89 per share5.26$71.18 per share1.25
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. stock logo
CF
CF Industries
$11.19B1.15$22.66 per share2.90$41.50 per share1.58
ICL Group Ltd stock logo
ICL
ICL Group
$10.02B0.83$2.26 per share2.87$4.58 per share1.41
Intrepid Potash, Inc. stock logo
IPI
Intrepid Potash
$337.57M0.77$8.74 per share2.25$54.74 per share0.36
LSB Industries, Inc. stock logo
LXU
LSB Industries
$883.69M0.81$4.36 per share2.17$6.96 per share1.36
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
$19.13B0.62$14.79 per share2.42$36.30 per share0.99
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
$37.88B0.80$17.81 per share3.45$51.01 per share1.20
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company stock logo
SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro
$3.92B1.00$6.44 per share10.83$2.45 per share28.49

Profitability & Earnings

CompanyNet IncomeEPSTrailing P/E RatioForward P/E RatioP/E GrowthNet MarginsReturn on Equity (ROE)Return on Assets (ROA)Next Earnings Date
The Andersons, Inc. stock logo
ANDE
Andersons
$131.08M$3.2012.0011.39N/A0.64%9.98%3.14%8/1/2023 (Estimated)
urban-gro, Inc. stock logo
UGRO
urban-gro
-$15.28M-$1.85N/A35.00N/A-31.44%-37.94%-22.51%8/21/2023 (Estimated)
Bunge Limited stock logo
BG
Bunge
$1.61B$10.198.728.38N/A2.33%20.13%7.60%7/26/2023 (Estimated)
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. stock logo
CF
CF Industries
$3.35B$14.964.3910.031.2729.26%42.23%24.16%8/7/2023 (Estimated)
ICL Group Ltd stock logo
ICL
ICL Group
$2.16B$1.404.639.001.3318.85%35.99%17.20%7/26/2023 (Estimated)
Intrepid Potash, Inc. stock logo
IPI
Intrepid Potash
$72.22M$3.365.85N/AN/A14.15%7.43%6.66%8/3/2023 (Estimated)
LSB Industries, Inc. stock logo
LXU
LSB Industries
$230.35M$2.224.266.62N/A21.22%35.95%13.41%7/26/2023 (Estimated)
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
$3.58B$8.074.438.900.9515.08%28.64%14.64%8/7/2023 (Estimated)
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
$7.66B$12.744.828.380.9018.86%23.85%11.24%8/2/2023 (Estimated)
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company stock logo
SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro
-$437.50M-$11.21N/A17.36N/A-16.57%81.02%3.29%8/2/2023 (Estimated)

Latest Fertilizer Stocks Earnings

DateQuarterCompanyConsensus EstimateReported EPSBeat/MissGap EPSRevenue EstimateActual RevenueDetails
5/3/2023Q1 2023
Bunge Limited stock logo
BG
Bunge
$3.39$3.26-$0.13$2.37$15.18 billion$15.33 billion    
5/3/2023Q1 23
Intrepid Potash, Inc. stock logo
IPI
Intrepid Potash
$0.49$0.37-$0.12$0.39$66.99 million$86.92 million      
5/3/2023Q1 23
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
$1.28$1.14-$0.14$1.00$3.26 billion$3.60 billion    
5/3/2023Q2 2023
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company stock logo
SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro
$3.20$3.78+$0.58$5.62$1.61 billion$1.53 billion    
5/2/2023Q1 2023
The Andersons, Inc. stock logo
ANDE
Andersons
$0.17$0.20+$0.03$0.84$3.94 billion$3.88 billion      
5/1/2023Q1 23
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. stock logo
CF
CF Industries
$2.63$2.85+$0.22$2.85$1.86 billion$2.01 billion      
3/6/202312/31/2022
Intrepid Potash, Inc. stock logo
IPI
Intrepid Potash
$0.94$0.83-$0.11$1.36$63.94 million$66.68 million      
2/23/2023Q4 22
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
$2.08$1.74-$0.34$1.96$4.22 billion$4.48 billion    
2/22/2023Q4 2022
LSB Industries, Inc. stock logo
LXU
LSB Industries
$0.74$0.90+$0.16$0.97$251.40 million$233.65 million

Dividends

CompanyAnnual PayoutDividend Yield3-Year Dividend GrowthPayout RatioYears of Consecutive Growth
The Andersons, Inc. stock logo
ANDE
Andersons
$0.741.93%+1.91%23.13%25 Years
urban-gro, Inc. stock logo
UGRO
urban-gro
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Bunge Limited stock logo
BG
Bunge
$2.502.81%+6.27%24.53%3 Years
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. stock logo
CF
CF Industries
$1.602.43%+7.72%10.70%1 Years
ICL Group Ltd stock logo
ICL
ICL Group
$0.416.33%N/A29.29%N/A
Intrepid Potash, Inc. stock logo
IPI
Intrepid Potash
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
LSB Industries, Inc. stock logo
LXU
LSB Industries
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
$1.002.79%+48.12%12.39%2 Years
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
$2.123.45%+13.02%16.64%3 Years
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company stock logo
SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro
$2.643.78%+5.32%N/A N/A

Latest Fertilizer Stocks Dividends

AnnouncementCompanyPeriodAmountYieldEx-Dividend DateRecord DatePayable Date
5/12/2023
Bunge Limited stock logo
BG
Bunge
quarterly$0.66252.8%8/17/20238/18/20239/1/2023
5/10/2023
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
Quarterly$0.533.43%6/29/20236/30/20237/14/2023
3/9/2023
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
quarterly$0.201.7%5/31/20236/1/20236/15/2023
5/11/2023
ICL Group Ltd stock logo
ICL
ICL Group
quarterly$0.11322.5%5/30/20235/31/20236/14/2023
4/24/2023
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company stock logo
SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro
quarterly$0.663.8%5/25/20235/26/20236/9/2023
2/22/2023
Bunge Limited stock logo
BG
Bunge
Quarterly$0.62502.54%5/18/20235/19/20236/2/2023
5/3/2023
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. stock logo
CF
CF Industries
quarterly$0.402.17%5/12/20235/15/20235/31/2023
2/22/2023
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
Quarterly$0.503.51%3/14/20233/15/20233/30/2023
(Data available from 1/1/2013 forward)

Debt

CompanyDebt-to-Equity RatioCurrent RatioQuick Ratio
The Andersons, Inc. stock logo
ANDE
Andersons
0.36
1.44
0.71
urban-gro, Inc. stock logo
UGRO
urban-gro
N/A
1.19
1.19
Bunge Limited stock logo
BG
Bunge
0.40
1.83
0.97
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. stock logo
CF
CF Industries
0.37
4.46
3.97
ICL Group Ltd stock logo
ICL
ICL Group
0.39
1.73
0.96
Intrepid Potash, Inc. stock logo
IPI
Intrepid Potash
N/A
3.78
1.35
LSB Industries, Inc. stock logo
LXU
LSB Industries
1.32
4.44
4.21
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
0.20
1.13
0.49
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
0.31
1.14
0.61
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company stock logo
SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro
22.82
2.07
1.25

Ownership

Institutional Ownership

CompanyInstitutional Ownership
The Andersons, Inc. stock logo
ANDE
Andersons
83.81%
urban-gro, Inc. stock logo
UGRO
urban-gro
27.63%
Bunge Limited stock logo
BG
Bunge
82.62%
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. stock logo
CF
CF Industries
92.94%
ICL Group Ltd stock logo
ICL
ICL Group
14.13%
Intrepid Potash, Inc. stock logo
IPI
Intrepid Potash
55.35%
LSB Industries, Inc. stock logo
LXU
LSB Industries
81.20%
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
85.00%
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
64.52%
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company stock logo
SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro
68.98%

Insider Ownership

CompanyInsider Ownership
The Andersons, Inc. stock logo
ANDE
Andersons
5.70%
urban-gro, Inc. stock logo
UGRO
urban-gro
24.60%
Bunge Limited stock logo
BG
Bunge
1.00%
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. stock logo
CF
CF Industries
0.44%
ICL Group Ltd stock logo
ICL
ICL Group
N/A
Intrepid Potash, Inc. stock logo
IPI
Intrepid Potash
19.90%
LSB Industries, Inc. stock logo
LXU
LSB Industries
4.60%
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
0.81%
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
3.09%
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company stock logo
SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro
27.28%

Miscellaneous

CompanyEmployeesShares OutstandingFree FloatOptionable
The Andersons, Inc. stock logo
ANDE
Andersons
2,28333.73 million31.81 millionOptionable
urban-gro, Inc. stock logo
UGRO
urban-gro
9710.94 million8.25 millionNot Optionable
Bunge Limited stock logo
BG
Bunge
23,000150.60 million149.09 millionOptionable
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. stock logo
CF
CF Industries
2,700194.92 million194.06 millionOptionable
ICL Group Ltd stock logo
ICL
ICL Group
13,6191.29 billionN/ANot Optionable
Intrepid Potash, Inc. stock logo
IPI
Intrepid Potash
44013.16 million10.54 millionOptionable
LSB Industries, Inc. stock logo
LXU
LSB Industries
54576.13 million72.63 millionOptionable
The Mosaic Company stock logo
MOS
Mosaic
13,570332.11 million329.42 millionOptionable
Nutrien Ltd. stock logo
NTR
Nutrien
23,500496.09 million481.41 millionOptionable
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company stock logo
SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro
6,10056.07 million40.78 millionOptionable

Fertilizer Stocks Headlines

SourceHeadline
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE:SMG) CEO James Hagedorn Sells 25,000 SharesThe Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE:SMG) CEO James Hagedorn Sells 25,000 Shares
americanbankingnews.com - May 18 at 4:38 AM
Commonwealth Equity Services LLC Sells 3,700 Shares of The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE:SMG)Commonwealth Equity Services LLC Sells 3,700 Shares of The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE:SMG)
marketbeat.com - May 18 at 4:35 AM
The 8 Best Agricultural ETFs to Consider for Your Portfolio (SMG)The 8 Best Agricultural ETFs to Consider for Your Portfolio (SMG)
marketbeat.com - May 17 at 7:00 AM
Scotts Miracle-Gro (NYSE:SMG) Upgraded to Hold at StockNews.comScotts Miracle-Gro (NYSE:SMG) Upgraded to Hold at StockNews.com
marketbeat.com - May 17 at 1:37 AM
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (SMG) Receives a Hold from BarclaysScotts Miracle-Gro Company (SMG) Receives a Hold from Barclays
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Andersons

NASDAQ:ANDE
The Andersons, Inc. is an agriculturally rooted diversified company, which engages in railcar leasing and repair, turf products production, and consumer retailing. It operates through the following segments: Trade, Renewables, and Plant Nutrient. The Trade segment includes commodity merchandising and the operation of terminal grain elevator facilities. The Renewables segment produces, purchases and sells ethanol and co-products. This segment also operates a merchandising and trade portfolio of ethanol, ethanol co-products and other biofuels such as renewable diesel. The Plant Nutrient segment manufactures and distributes agricultural inputs, primary nutrients and specialty fertilizers, to dealers and farmers, along with turf care and corncob-based products. The company was founded by Harold Anderson and Margaret Anderson in 1947 and is headquartered in Maumee, OH.
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urban-gro

NASDAQ:UGRO
urban-gro, Inc. operates as an engineering design services company that integrates complex environmental equipment systems to create indoor cultivation facilities for the commercial horticulture market in the United States, Canada, and Europe. The company offers engineering and design services, including cultivation space programming, integrated cultivation design, and full-facility mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering; training services ranging from equipment standard operating procedure libraries to staff training sessions; facility and equipment commissioning services; program overview and pricing; and related-party hardware and software platforms. It also offers an integrated suite of cultivation equipment systems and crop management products, which include environmental controls, fertigation and irrigation distribution, water treatment and wastewater reclamation systems, and purpose-built heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment systems; commercial horticulture lighting solutions; rolling and automated container benching systems; specialty fans; and microbial mitigation and odor reduction systems. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Lafayette, Colorado.
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Bunge

NYSE:BG
Bunge Ltd. operates as a holding company. engages in the supply and transportation of agricultural commodities. It operates through the following segments: Agribusiness, Refined and Specialty Oils, Milling, and Sugar and Bioenergy. The Agribusiness segment is involved in the purchase, storage, transportation, processing, and sale of agricultural commodities and commodity products. The Refined and Specialty Oils segment engages in the processing, production, and marketing of products derived from vegetable oils. The Milling segment consists of the processing, production, and marketing of products derived primarily from wheat and corn. The Sugar and Bioenergy segment includes the manufacture and marketing of sugar and ethanol derived from sugarcane, as well as energy derived from the sugar and ethanol production process. The company was founded by Johann Peter Gottlieb Bunge in 1818 and is headquartered in St. Louis, MO.
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CF Industries

NYSE:CF
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. engages in the manufacture and distribution of nitrogen fertilizer. The firm owns and operates nitrogen plants and serves agricultural and industrial customers through its distribution system. It operates through following segments: Ammonia, Granular Urea, UAN, AN, and Other. The Ammonia segment produces anhydrous ammonia. The Granular Urea segment offers granular urea. The UAN segment creates urea ammonium nitrate solution. The AN segment makes ammonium nitrate. The Other segment includes diesel exhaust fluid, nitric acid, urea liquor, and aqua ammonia. The company was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Deerfield, IL.
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ICL Group

NYSE:ICL
ICL Group Ltd. engages in the manufacture of mineral-based products for the agriculture, food, and engineered materials markets. Its products include potash and phosphate fertilizers, specialty fertilizers, functional ingredients, flame retardants and magnesia products. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel.
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Intrepid Potash

NYSE:IPI
Intrepid Potash, Inc. is a diversified mineral company, which engages in the delivery of potassium, magnesium, sulfur, salt, and water products essential for customer success in agriculture, animal feed, and the oil and gas industry. It operates through the following segments: Potash, Trio, and Oilfield Solutions. The company was founded in January 2000 and is headquartered in Denver, CO.
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LSB Industries

NYSE:LXU
LSB Industries, Inc. engages in manufacturing, marketing, and sale of chemical products for the agricultural, mining, and industrial markets. It also own and operate facilities in El Dorado, Arkansas (El Dorado Facility), Cherokee, Alabama (Cherokee Facility), and Pryor, Oklahoma (Pryor Facility), as well as facility for Covestro AG (Covestro) in Baytown, Texas (Baytown Facility). The company was founded by Jack E. Golsen in 1968 and is headquartered in Oklahoma City, OK.
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Mosaic

NYSE:MOS
The Mosaic Co. engages in the production and marketing of concentrated phosphate and potash crop nutrients. It operates through the following segments: Phosphates, Potash, and Mosaic Fertilizantes. The Phosphates segment is involved in the ownership and operation of mines and production facilities which produce concentrated phosphate crop nutrients and phosphate-based animal feed ingredients, and processing plants which produce concentrated phosphate crop nutrients. The Potash segment includes mining, processing, and selling potash. The Mosaic Fertilizantes segment focuses on mines, chemical plants, crop nutrient blending and bagging facilities, port terminals, and warehouses. The company was founded on March 25, 2004 and is headquartered in Tampa, FL.
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Nutrien

NYSE:NTR
Nutrien Ltd. is a crop nutrient company, which engages in the production and distribution of products for agricultural, industrial, and feed customer. It operates through the following segments: Retail, Potash, Nitrogen, and Phosphate. The Retail segment distributes crop nutrients, crop protection products, seed, and merchandise. The Potash, Nitrogen, and Phosphate segments produces differentiated chemical nutrient contained in each products. The company was founded on June 2, 2017 and is headquartered in Saskatoon, Canada.
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Scotts Miracle-Gro

NYSE:SMG
Scotts Miracle-Gro Co. engages in the manufacturing, marketing, and sale of products for lawn and garden care and indoor and hydroponic gardening. Its products and services include lawn care, gardening and landscape, hydroponic hardware and growing environments, lighting, controls, and marketing agreement. It operates through the following segments: U.S. Consumer, Hawthorne, and Other. The U.S. Consumer and Other segments manufacture and market branded consumer lawn and garden products. The U.S. Consumer segment consists of consumer lawn and garden business in the United States. The Hawthorne segment manufactures, markets, and distributes lighting, nutrients, growing media, growing environments, and hardware products for indoor and hydroponic gardening in North America. The company was founded by Orlando McLean Scott in 1868 and is headquartered in Marysville, OH.

Key Points

  • Fertilizers are a critical component of global economic growth.
  • As the world's population continues to grow, the demand for food will only increase, making fertilizer a potentially lucrative industry to invest in.
  • Investors have many opportunities to get involved in this industry, from traditional stock investments to more exotic investment types.

Fertilizers play a crucial role in agriculture and food production, making them a critical component of global economic growth. As the world's population continues to grow, the demand for food will only increase, making fertilizer a potentially lucrative industry to invest in. But how can investors take advantage of this growing market? 

Investors have many opportunities to get involved in this industry, from traditional stock investments to more exotic investment types. Let us take a look at how to invest in fertilizer. 

Why Invest in Fertilizer?

As an investor, it may have never occurred to you that investing in fertilizer is possible. However, investing in fertilizer, fertilizer-based industries and agriculture companies can be wise for investors for several reasons. 

The global population is expected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050, which means that the demand for food will continue to increase. As a result, the need for fertilizers, essential for maximizing crop yields and ensuring food security, is also expected to rise.

The growth of emerging economies, particularly in Asia, has increased food demand and higher agricultural productivity. This growth drives the need for fertilizers as farmers look for ways to improve crop yields and meet rising food demands.

The adoption of precision agriculture techniques, such as sensors, drones and satellite imagery, is expected to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of fertilizer usage. The trend should further drive demand for fertilizers as farmers optimize crop yields.

Accelerating demand for natural and organic farming and crop rotation is expected to drive the need for these fertilizers. 

Investing in the fertilizer industry can provide diversification benefits to an investor's portfolio. The fertilizer industry is not closely correlated with other sectors of the economy, providing a level of insulation from broader market fluctuations.

how to invest in fertilizer

Overview of the Agriculture Industry

The agriculture industry encompasses various activities related to producing, processing and distributing food and other agricultural products. It is a critical component of the global economy, providing food and raw materials for various industries.

Governments play a significant role in regulating and supporting the agriculture industry. Many countries provide subsidies and other incentives to farmers to encourage production while regulating the use of pesticides, fertilizers and other inputs to protect the environment and ensure food safety.

One of the essential agricultural inputs is fertilizer, which provides vital nutrients for crops to grow and maximize yields. Fertilizers can be natural or synthetic, typically containing a mix of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.

Natural fertilizers are derived from organic materials such as animal manure, compost and bone meal, while synthetic fertilizers are manufactured using industrial processes. The production of synthetic fertilizers typically involves extracting nitrogen from the air using the Haber-Bosch method, which then allows for the production of ammonium nitrate, urea and other nitrogen-based fertilizers.

Fertilizers can be stored in various ways, depending on their type and intended use. Liquid fertilizers, for example, can be stored in tanks, while solid fertilizers can be stored in bags or bulk storage facilities.

Using fertilizers in agriculture has been critical in boosting crop yields and increasing food production. However, excessive use of fertilizers can also have negative environmental impacts, such as soil degradation, water pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.

The highly diverse agriculture industry encompasses many sub-sectors, including crop production, livestock farming, forestry and fisheries. It employs millions worldwide, from small family farms to large agribusiness corporations. 

Ways to Invest in Fertilizer 

Investing in fertilizer can be an attractive option for investors looking for exposure to the agriculture industry, which has the potential for significant growth as the global population continues to increase. Let us explore common ways to invest in fertilizer and fertilizer-based industries, including investing in emerging markets, sustainable agriculture, innovation and infrastructure. By understanding these investment options, investors can make informed decisions about gaining exposure to the fertilizer industry and benefiting from its growth potential.

Production

Investing in production can be a way to gain exposure to the fertilizer industry. Investing in companies that manufacture fertilizers or fertilizer-related products can benefit from increased demand as global populations grow and food production increases. Investing in production can allow investors to benefit from the ongoing need for fertilizer products while diversifying their portfolio with exposure to the manufacturing sector.

Fertilizer Testing and Analysis Services

Investors looking for exposure to the fertilizer industry can also consider investing in companies that provide testing and analysis services. These companies play a crucial role in the fertilizer supply chain by helping farmers and manufacturers make informed decisions about fertilizer applications. Soil testing and nutrient analysis are just two examples of the services offered by these companies, which can help optimize fertilizer use and reduce waste. By investing in these companies, investors can gain exposure to the fertilizer industry while benefiting from the increasing demand for services that support sustainable agriculture practices. 

Emerging Markets

As the global population continues to grow, the demand for food is increasing, particularly in emerging markets. Investing in fertilizer companies expanding their presence in these markets can provide exposure to this growing demand. Some examples of emerging markets with significant growth potential include India, China, Brazil and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Sustainable Agriculture

The fertilizer industry has been scrutinized recently due to its environmental impact. Investing in companies focused on sustainable agriculture and developing eco-friendly fertilizers can provide growth opportunities while aligning with environmental and social goals. Investing in the best renewable energy stocks in the broader agricultural market can diversify your exposure to the agricultural sector while benefiting the growing energy needs of the agricultural industry. 

Innovation

Another strategy is to invest in companies developing new technologies or products related to fertilizers. For example, some companies are exploring using drones, artificial intelligence and precision agriculture to improve fertilizer application and reduce waste. Investing in these companies can provide exposure to the potential benefits of innovation in the fertilizer industry.

Infrastructure

Finally, investing in the infrastructure that supports the fertilizer industry, such as storage facilities and transportation networks, can provide a unique opportunity for growth. For example, companies that own or operate fertilizer storage facilities may benefit from increased demand for storage due to supply chain disruptions or changes in fertilizer demand. Another way to invest in infrastructure is to invest in innovative oil and gas stocks due to the importance of energy production and product transportation. 

Types of Fertilizer Investments 

Investing in fertilizer and fertilizer-based industries can be wise for investors looking to capitalize on the growing demand for food and the increasing use of fertilizers in agriculture. There are various ways to invest in this industry, including stocks, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), futures and options contracts and investing in fertilizer manufacturers and suppliers. Let’s take a moment to review each investment type as it relates to the fertilizer market. 

Stocks 

Investors can buy stocks in companies that produce or supply fertilizers and the industrial stock sector. Investing in stocks can provide an opportunity for capital appreciation and dividends, but it also involves the risk of market volatility and the potential for company-specific risks.

ETFs

ETFs are investment funds that track a basket of assets, such as stocks or commodities. Investors can buy ETFs focusing on the fertilizer industry, such as the VanEck Vectors Agribusiness ETF (NYSEARCA: MOO) or the iShares MSCI Global Agriculture Producers ETF (NYSEARCA: VEGI). Investing in ETFs can provide diversification benefits and lower trading costs. It also involves management fees and the risk of tracking error, which is the difference between the performance of the ETF and the underlying index. 

Futures and Options 

Investors can also invest in fertilizer by trading futures and options contracts on commodity exchanges. These contracts allow investors to speculate on the price movements of fertilizer commodities, such as urea or ammonia. Futures and options trading can be highly speculative and involve significant risk, including the risk of margin calls and market volatility.

Direct Investment

Another way to invest in fertilizer is directly investing in agriculture, such as through farmland ownership or investing in a farm or agricultural project. This approach can expose you to the entire agricultural value chain, from fertilizer production to crop cultivation and distribution. However, it also involves significant capital requirements and the risks associated with farming, such as weather and commodity price fluctuations. 

How to Invest in Fertilizer 

Investing in the fertilizer industry can be rewarding for investors seeking to align their investments with their values and financial goals. However, it is crucial to follow a systematic approach to investing, starting with researching to understand the industry and identify potential investment opportunities. Determining investment objectives and risk tolerance is essential to creating an investment roadmap and making informed investment decisions. Choosing the right investment vehicle is critical to achieving investment goals, and investors must select specific investments within the fertilizer industry that align with their investment objectives. Finally, monitoring investments regularly ensures they align with the investor's objectives and expectations. By following these steps, investors can make informed investment decisions and achieve their financial goals while supporting sustainable agriculture practices.

Step 1: Conduct research.

Conducting research is an essential step in investing in the fertilizer industry. Before investing, it is vital to understand the different companies, trends and investment opportunities available. Researching the best fertilizer companies to invest in is a great way to start your journey. This step involves analyzing the performance of the fertilizer industry by examining supply and demand dynamics, regulations, pricing trends and significant players in the market. 

For instance, researching fertilizer supply and demand dynamics will help you identify countries or regions with high demand for fertilizer and the factors driving this demand. It can also help you understand the challenges in the industry, such as supply chain disruptions or volatility in fertilizer prices. Similarly, researching regulatory changes and pricing trends can provide insight into the market's long-term outlook and help investors anticipate potential risks or opportunities. This research will enable investors to decide which specific investments best suit their investment objectives and risk tolerance.

Step 2: Determine your investment objectives.

Determining investment objectives is essential in the investment process as it helps investors align their investments with their financial goals. When setting investment objectives, investors should consider their current financial situation, expected returns and risk tolerance.

For instance, if an investor is looking to accumulate wealth over the long term, their investment objective may be focused on growth. In this case, the investor may be willing to tolerate higher risks to achieve higher returns. On the other hand, if an investor is more concerned about preserving their capital or generating income, their investment objective may be focused on revenue. In this case, the investor may seek to invest in assets that provide regular income, such as bonds or dividend-paying stocks.

Investors should also consider their investment horizon, which is the length of time they plan to hold their investments. A longer investment horizon may allow for a more aggressive investment strategy, while a shorter one may require a more conservative approach.

By determining investment objectives, investors can create a roadmap for their investments, helping them to stay focused and make more informed investment decisions.

Step 3: Determine your risk tolerance.

Risk tolerance refers to the amount of risk an investor is willing to take when making investment decisions. Some investors are comfortable with taking on higher levels of risk in the pursuit of higher returns, while others may prefer a more conservative approach to their investments. 

Determining risk tolerance is a critical step in the investment process. It helps investors to identify their comfort level with different types of risks and create a portfolio that aligns with their financial goals and investment objectives.

Step 4: Choose an investment vehicle.

When investing in fertilizer, selecting the right investment vehicle is critical to achieving one's objectives. Stocks, mutual funds, ETFs and futures are among the investment vehicles available to investors. Stocks represent ownership in a particular fertilizer company, and investors can earn a return through capital appreciation and dividends. 

On the other hand, mutual funds pool money from many investors to invest in a diversified portfolio of stocks or bonds. ETFs are similar to mutual funds but trade like stocks on an exchange, providing investors greater flexibility. Futures contracts, meanwhile, allow investors to speculate on the price of fertilizers by agreeing to buy or sell them at a specified price in the future. 

The choice of investment vehicle depends on the investor's risk tolerance, investment horizon and financial goals. For instance, an investor with a long-term investment horizon and a high-risk tolerance may opt to invest in stocks of fertilizer manufacturers, while an investor seeking diversification and lower risk may choose a mutual fund or ETF that invests in multiple fertilizer companies. Researching and seeking professional advice is essential to determine the most suitable investment vehicle for one's investment goals and risk tolerance.

Step 5: Select specific investments.

Once the investor has selected an appropriate investment vehicle, the next step is identifying specific fertilizer industry investments that align with their investment objectives. This involves conducting further research and analysis on individual companies, including financial performance, growth prospects, market share and competitive advantage.

When investing in the fertilizer industry, investors may consider investing in fertilizer manufacturers that are well-positioned to benefit from the growing demand for fertilizer products. Additionally, investing in emerging market companies involved in producing and distributing fertilizer products could offer attractive growth opportunities, particularly in countries with a growing population and increasing demand for food. 

Finally, investing in sustainable agriculture companies that focus on reducing the environmental impact of fertilizer usage could align with investors' values and provide long-term growth potential.

Step 6: Monitor your investments.

Once an investor has selected specific fertilizer industry investments, monitoring them regularly is crucial. Monitoring investments allows investors to track the performance of their portfolio and evaluate whether their investments are meeting their objectives. It also enables them to identify potential problems and make any adjustments to their portfolio. 

For example, if a particular fertilizer manufacturer is underperforming relative to its peers, an investor may need to consider divesting their shares or reducing their exposure to that company. Additionally, if market trends are changing or regulatory changes impact the fertilizer industry, it may be necessary to rebalance the portfolio to mitigate risk and take advantage of new opportunities. 

Step 7: Diversify your portfolio.

Diversification is important in investing, especially in volatile industries like the fertilizer industry. Diversification refers to the practice of investing in a variety of assets to spread the risk across different investments and industries. Investing in a mix of assets that perform differently can mitigate the impact of market volatility on their portfolio.

Diversification can be achieved in the fertilizer industry by investing in different types of fertilizer companies, such as manufacturers, distributors and retailers. Additionally, investors can diversify by investing in companies operating in other geographic regions, such as emerging markets, developed markets, or specific countries.

Pros and Cons of Investing in Fertilizer and the Ag Industry

Investing in the fertilizer and ag industry can be a lucrative opportunity for investors looking to capitalize on the global demand for food and agricultural products. The sector is crucial in ensuring food security for the growing global population. With the increasing adoption of sustainable farming practices, the demand for fertilizers and other ag inputs is expected to rise. However, as with any investment opportunity, there are also potential risks and drawbacks to consider. Let’s look at the pros and cons of investing in the fertilizer and ag industry.

Pros 

Investing in the fertilizer and ag industry has its advantages. Let's review some of the potential benefits and market positives that investors looking to invest in the fertilizer and ag industry should be aware of: 

  • Growing global population: As the world population grows, so does the demand for food, making the agricultural industry a potentially lucrative investment.
  • Limited arable land: There is a finite amount of arable land available for farming, which means that the demand for efficient fertilizer products will likely continue to increase as farmers look to optimize crop yields.
  • Diversification: Investing in the fertilizer and ag industry can diversify a portfolio, as it is typically less correlated with other sectors and may offer some protection against inflation.
  • Favorable government policies: Some governments offer subsidies and tax incentives to farmers, which can benefit companies in the fertilizer and ag industry that sell products to these farmers.
  • Technological advancements: Using precision farming techniques and developing new fertilizer products could create growth opportunities for companies in the industry.
  • Increased interest in sustainable agriculture: As consumers become more environmentally conscious, there may be an increased demand for sustainable agriculture practices and products, creating opportunities for companies specializing in organic or eco-friendly fertilizers.

Cons

Every business has its downside, including investing in the fertilizer and ag industry. Let's review some of the potential pitfalls and market negatives that investors looking to invest in the fertilizer and ag industry should watch out for:

  • Climate risks: Extreme weather events, such as droughts, floods and hurricanes, can significantly impact crop yields and, therefore, the demand for fertilizers. Climate change poses a long-term risk to the industry as it may lead to unpredictable growing conditions and reduced agricultural productivity.
  • Volatility in fertilizer prices: The price of fertilizers is highly dependent on the cost of the commodities that the fertilizer is used on, such as corn, soybeans and wheat. These commodity prices can be highly volatile and may lead to fluctuations in demand for fertilizers, which can affect the profitability of fertilizer producers.
  • Dependency on a few key players: The fertilizer and ag industry is dominated by a few key players, and as such, investors are subject to their decisions and actions. A change in regulations, a merger or acquisition, or a shift in strategy by one of these critical players can significantly impact the industry's dynamics.
  • Environmental concerns: Using fertilizers has raised concerns about environmental impact, such as pollution of water sources due to nitrogen and phosphorus runoffs. Investors may face regulatory risks as governments introduce stricter environmental regulations that increase costs or limit production.
  • Geopolitical risks: The fertilizer and ag industry is heavily influenced by geopolitical factors such as trade policies, tariffs and sanctions. These factors can disrupt supply chains, increase costs and impact demand for fertilizers, affecting the industry's profitability.

Future of Fertilizer in the Ag Industry 

The future of fertilizer in the ag industry looks promising as the demand for food continues to grow with a rapidly increasing global population. Fertilizers play a critical role in increasing crop yields and improving soil fertility, which is essential for meeting the growing demand for food. The fertilizer industry is expected to continue growing, with new and advanced technologies being developed to improve fertilizer production and application efficiency and sustainability. 

However, challenges must be addressed, including environmental concerns related to excessive fertilizer use and the need for more sustainable production practices. 

Overall, the future of fertilizer in the ag industry depends on finding the right balance between meeting food demands and minimizing environmental impacts while also adopting new technologies and practices to improve the efficiency and sustainability of fertilizer production and use.

Fertile Grounds for Investment: Exploring the Potential of the Fertilizer Industry

The fertilizer industry significantly impacts global agriculture and food production and presents potential investor opportunities. While there are risks and challenges to investing in this industry, including volatile commodity prices, geopolitical factors and environmental concerns, several factors make the sector attractive, such as increasing demand for food, technological advancements and government support for agriculture. 

Overall, the fertilizer sector may provide fertile grounds for investment for those interested in investing in a growing industry essential to feeding the world's population.

FAQs

If you're considering investing in the fertilizer industry, you may have questions about the process, the risks and the potential rewards. This FAQ section will address some of the investor’s most common questions about fertilizer investments. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, we hope the following information will help you make informed decisions about investing in this growing industry.

Can you invest in fertilizer?

Yes, investors can invest in the fertilizer industry through various means, such as buying stocks of fertilizer companies, investing in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that focus on the agriculture sector, or investing in agriculture-related mutual funds. Use tools like MarketBeat’s overview of stock sectors to learn about fertilizer stocks to buy today. 

Which fertilizer stock is best?

There is no one choice of the best fertilizer stocks since the best fertilizer stock for an investor depends on their investment goals, risk tolerance and other personal factors. However, some of the largest fertilizer companies include Mosaic Co. (NYSE: MOS), Nutrien Ltd. (NYSE: NTR) and CF Industries Holdings Inc. (NYSE: CF). You can review other top-rated stocks to buy using MarketBeat's strong buy stocks list. 

Is there an ETF for fertilizer?

Yes, there are several ETFs available that provide exposure to the fertilizer industry, such as the VanEck Vectors Agribusiness ETF and iShares MSCI Global Agriculture Producers ETF. These ETFs invest in companies producing fertilizers, agricultural chemicals, seeds and farm machinery.

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