Russia has boosted its exports of mineral fertiliser to China to nearly 5 million tonnes, totalling an estimated $1.6 billion, which is an increase of around 12%.

China primarily increased its imports of potash fertiliser, which is the primary fertiliser imported from Russia. China imported over 14.1 million tonnes of fertiliser overall in 2025, which means Russia accounted for an estimated 35% of the total.

China is currently still in need of potash imports and with Russia pivoting itself towards increased trade and cooperation with Asia Russia is seen to be a reliable source.