Brussels weighs fertiliser stockpiles, ETS relief as Middle East conflict drives price shock -media

Published 14:32 on May 14, 2026 / Last updated at 14:32 on May 14, 2026 / / EMEA (Compliance Markets & Taxes, Europe), International (CBAM & Tariffs), Net Zero Transition (Industrial Decarbonisation)

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The European Commission is preparing emergency support for farmers and possible relief for fertiliser producers under the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS), as a renewed surge in fertiliser prices linked to conflict in the Middle East raises fears over food production.
The European Commission is preparing emergency support for farmers and possible relief for fertiliser producers under the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS), as a renewed surge in fertiliser prices linked to conflict in the Middle East raises fears over food production.


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