Key Market Indicators
Ireland's potash exports are expected to reach nearly 44,000 kg by 2026, a 2.4% year-on-year increase from the 38,020 kg in 2021. Since 1997, Ireland's potash supply has grown almost 99%. In 2021, Kenya was the biggest exporter with 38,020 kg, while South Korea, the United States and France were the second, third and fourth largest exporters respectively. Ireland's potash imports are forecast to reach 8.2 million kg by 2026, a 3.1% year-on-year growth from 6.8 million kg in 2021. Since 1997, Irish demand for potash has risen by 14.4%. In 2021, Austria was the largest importer with 6.8 million kg, followed by Belgium, France and Malaysia in second, third and fourth places respectively.
