NZRavensdown, a New Zealand fertiliser co-operative, has announced a $15 per tonne rebate for farmer-shareholders, marking its first profit-driven rebate in three years. The co-op reported a net after-tax profit of $30 million for the year ended 31 May, reversing a $5.4 million loss in the previous year due to the closure of its Dunedin manufacturing facility. The rebound in profits follows strong fertiliser demand and rising prices driven by global supply disruptions, including conflicts involving the US, Iran, and the Middle East. While nitrogen fertiliser prices surged, superphosphate remained relatively stable. Shareholders will receive rebates either in cash or shares depending on their payment status. Co-op leadership highlighted the importance of maintaining supply stability amid geopolitical tensions and emphasized diversifying suppliers beyond the Middle East.
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