EUROPEAN POTATO PRICES SURGED OVER 7X AMID FERTILIZER SUPPLY FEARS TIED TO STRAIT OF HORMUZ TENSIONS: REUTERS European potato prices surged from around €2.5 to €18.5 per 100KG

European potato prices have increased dramatically from approximately €2.5 to €18.5 per 100KG due to concerns over fertilizer supply linked to tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. This surge reflects a significant risk appetite shift, as traders anticipate potential supply disruptions impacting agricultural inputs. The agricultural sector, particularly in Europe, is most exposed due to its reliance on imported fertilizers, which could lead to higher food prices and inflationary pressures. Traders will closely watch geopolitical developments in the region, particularly any escalations in tensions that could further disrupt supply chains.

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