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Australia secured 250,000 tonnes of agricultural-grade urea from Indonesia following a refinery fire.
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This deal secures 20% of the fertilizer needed for Australia's current planting season, helping to stabilize food production and potentially prices for consumers.
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The Australian federal government has supported a new deal to secure an additional 250,000 tonnes of agricultural-grade urea from Indonesia for fertilizer supplies. This amount represents approximately 20% of the fertilizer required for Australian farmers during the current planting season. The agreement aims to bolster Australia's fuel security, leading Prime Minister Albanese to cut short a visit to Malaysia to address the issue. While a commercial deal, both the Australian and Indonesian governments collaborated to facilitate this outcome. This move ensures Australia can maintain its agricultural productivity and highlights the importance of strong regional partnerships.
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The Australian and Indonesian Governments supported a commercial deal to import 250,000 tonnes of urea.
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