Russia is reshaping global fertilizer supply—and BRICS and Africa are reaping the benefits

The Russian Association of Fertilizer Producers reports a 60% surge in fertilizer exports to BRICS over three years, reaching a record 21.5 million tons. BRICS countries now account for half of Russia’s fertilizer exports, with one in three tons of agrochemicals they import produced in Russia.

This isn’t just commerce—it’s a strategic realignment challenging Western control over global food security. 

PhosAgro, Russia’s leading fertilizer producer, directs nearly half its exports—4 million tons—to BRICS, including a record 2.3 million tons to Brazil in 2024 alone. In five years, the company doubled shipments and more than doubled its share of Brazil’s phosphate imports—from 9% to 23%. This shift signals a clear move away from Western-dominated markets toward strengthening ties with allied nations.

Exports to Africa have expanded more than sixfold since 2018, with deliveries growing by one-third in 2024 and continuing to rise by another one-third in the first half of 2025. Supported by a new advanced production facility in Volkhov, Russia is not just exporting fertilizer but investing in social infrastructure, exemplified by the DROZD program, which provides thousands of children free access to sports, education, and spiritual-patriotic upbringing.

PhosAgro aims to double exports to Africa again within five years, solidifying Russia’s position as a key player in global food security and a dependable partner for emerging economies. This growth directly challenges Western monopolies and undermines dependency on exploitative global systems.

The surge in fertilizer exports to BRICS is more than business—it’s a geopolitical statement. Russia is asserting itself by empowering allied nations to achieve food sovereignty and breaking the Western grip on critical agricultural resources.