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Natural gas price increase
Natural gas prices, the main input for fertilizers, increased by up to 50%, driving up the cost of the sector (Agrolatam, 2026). -
External dependence of the country
85% of the fertilizers used in Brazil are imported, which explains the high exposure to international shocks (Agrolatam, 2026). -
Tariff reduction
0% is the temporary tariff applied to the import of fertilizers to lower agricultural production costs in Brazil (Agrolatam, 2026).
Bioinputs
A cross-sectional look from the area of Bioinputs policies by components, countries, sources of financing, beneficiaries, instruments, economic sectors, and good practices. More information Harold Gamboa, harold.gamboa@iica.int
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Natural gas price increase
Natural gas prices, the main input for fertilizers, increased by up to 50%, driving up the cost of the sector (Agrolatam, 2026).
External dependence of the country
85% of the fertilizers used in Brazil are imported, which explains the high exposure to international shocks (Agrolatam, 2026).
Tariff reduction
0% is the temporary tariff applied to the import of fertilizers to lower agricultural production costs in Brazil (Agrolatam, 2026).
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LodoVerde Project – valorization of biosolids in Chile
A project spearheaded by Sacyr in Chile focuses on valorizing sludge from wastewater treatment by transforming it into biosolids usable in agriculture. The initiative aims to generate organic amendments that improve soil quality, promoting a circular economy and reducing waste disposal.
Agricultural Health and Innovation Project (DR-L1137)
Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) loan operation designed to improve the competitiveness of the agricultural sector in the Dominican Republic. The project aims to increase productivity, facilitate international market access, and raise food quality by improving agricultural health and food safety services, boosting innovation and the transfer of plant and animal health technologies (including the use of bio-inputs), and strengthening the national agricultural statistics system.
Green fertilizer project with clean hydrogen (Atome – IFC)
A project spearheaded by Atome Energy in partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) aims to develop a green fertilizer production plant using clean hydrogen. The initiative seeks to produce ammonia and fertilizers with low carbon emissions, utilizing renewable energy as a key input.
Policy frameworks
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National Adaptation Strategy to Address Climate Change in the Agriculture Sector in Belize
Sectoral strategy and action plan defining concrete adaptation measures for Belize's agricultural sector in response to climate change. Addresses projected impacts on the country's main export commodities (sugarcane, citrus, banana, rice, corn, beans, livestock, and aquaculture) through six thematic axes: excess rainfall and flooding, water deficit and drought, rainfall variability, temperature rise, pest and disease shifts, and soil degradation. Cross-cutting measures include crop insurance, farmer group resilience, and agrometeorological early warning systems.
Sectoral strategy and action plan defining concrete adaptation measures for Belize's agricultural sector in response to climate change. Addresses projected impacts on the country's main export commodities (sugarcane, citrus, banana, rice, corn, beans, livestock, and aquaculture) through six thematic axes: excess rainfall and flooding, water deficit and drought, rainfall variability, temperature rise, pest and disease shifts, and soil degradation. Cross-cutting measures include crop insurance, farmer group resilience, and agrometeorological early warning systems.
Regulations of Law No. 20.466 on the Control of Fertilizers and Amendments [DECTO-2025-101-APN-PTE] - Argentina
Argentine government regulations introduce provisions to regulate the import, sale, and/or control of fertilizers in the context of tensions in international input markets. The measure aims to ensure domestic supply, improve fertilizer availability, and facilitate conditions for the agricultural sector in the face of price volatility and external restrictions.
Law No. 21,349 on the composition, labeling and marketing of fertilizers and biostimulants - Chile
This law regulates the composition, labeling, marketing, import, and oversight of fertilizers and biostimulants in Chile. It establishes technical requirements to guarantee quality, safety, traceability, and accurate information for users, strengthening the role of the Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG) as the competent authority. It aims to regulate the agricultural input market and protect both producers and the environment.
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Agricultural Health and Innovation Project (DR-L1137)
Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) loan operation designed to improve the competitiveness of the agricultural sector in the Dominican Republic. The project aims to increase productivity, facilitate international market access, and raise food quality by improving agricultural health and food safety services, boosting innovation and the transfer of plant and animal health technologies (including the use of bio-inputs), and strengthening the national agricultural statistics system.
Sectoral Plan for Adaptation and Low Carbon Emission in Agriculture and Livestock (ABC+ Plan)
The ABC+ Plan is an update of Brazil's Sectoral Plan for Adaptation and Low Carbon Emission in Agriculture and Livestock, which aims to reduce carbon emissions by 1,100 million tons by 2030, representing a sevenfold increase compared to the original plan. It intends to introduce sustainable production technologies in 72.68 million hectares in Brazil, increase the volume of treated animal waste by 208.4 million cubic meters, and increase to 5 million the number of cattle fattened using the intensive pasture finishing method. It establishes a comprehensive approach to productive areas, preserving as much land as possible and complying with the Forest Code, maintaining soil health, and conserving water and biodiversity. The ABC+ Plan provides for the promotion of eight forms of technology including the recovery of degraded areas, forest planting, animal waste treatment, and integrated production systems.
Green Productivity Project [EN]
Green Productivity is a project of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism and Colombia Productiva (with resources from the European Union) that seeks to reduce the vulnerability of Colombian businesses to the effects of climate change and implement projects to harness the bioeconomy.
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