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Fertilisers: Prices

Commons · Question 2256 · Tabled 18 May 2026 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record

Answered 4 Jun 2026

Question

Asked by Gareth Davies

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment her Department has made in response to the increase in fertiliser prices paid by livestock farmers since January 2025; and what support is being made available to those

Answer

Answered by Dame Angela Eagle, 4 Jun 2026

The Government is aware of the current price increase for fertiliser due to the conflict in the Gulf. Defra is working closely with industry and farmers to understand risks and issues, and options for action where needed. We have provided guidance to supp...