Agenda
China is one of the largest producers, consumers, exporters, and importers of fertilizers in the world. Join a senior line-up of experts, C-suites and decision makers as they delve into the changing economic climate in China and the wider Asia-Pacific. Hear about bright spots in the region and the movement towards sustainability, efficiency, and technological innovation
The agenda is currently under development. For speaking enquiries, please email: shyla.bector@argusmedia.com
Monday 4 November
- 08.30 - 09.30
Morning registration and networking
- 08.30 - 09.30
Exhibition and meeting areas open
- 09.30 - 09.40
Chairperson’s opening remarks
Sustainability focus – decarbonising the fertilizer market
- 09.40 - 10.10
Keynote producer panel: Strategies for decarbonizing China’s urea market
• As China takes steps to decarbonize its economy, how will China’s coal-based urea
production be impacted?
• What alternative pathways exist for reducing urea’s carbon footprint? Tackling both
production and application emissions
• Looking beyond China – how is the regulatory landscape impacting urea markets?
Lintao Cong, Vice Chairman, Inner Mongolia Talent Fertilizer Corporation Ltd.- 10.10 - 11.00
Sustainable fertilizer keynote panel: How to thrive and win in a decarbonising world
• What incentives are driving the adoption of green fertilizer products amid new research and market developments?
• How will fertilizer companies benefit from partnerships, joint projects and co-investments with energy companies?
• Building a broader portfolio with complete fertilizer solutions; developing strategies for non-conventional ammonia applications – what is next?- 10.30 - 11.10
Networking and refreshments break
The big bet on clean ammonia
- 11.45 - 12.15
Supply overview: How is China positioning itself as a leader in clean ammonia?
• What is the production potential in China, and when will the first projects start producing?
• What are the main bottlenecks to kickstarting production for clean ammonia projects?
• Scaling up: Is the infrastructure and necessary storage already in place to make offtake a reality?- 12.25 - 12.40
Case study on the Da’an clean ammonia project: Kickstarting supply to decarbonise China’s hard-to-abate sectors
• How does the Da’an Clean Ammonia project contribute to China’s broader strategy for reducing carbon emissions in hard-to-abate sectors?
• What role will clean ammonia play in China’s decarbonisation journey?
• Will the project look to different end-users – including power plants, the marine sector and ammonia – as a hydrogen carrier?- 12.40 - 14.10
Lunch break
New energies focus
- 14.10 - 15.00
Opportunities across Asia – metals, sulphur, sulphuric acid, phosphates and new energies
• How have the fundamentals of the sulphur and phosphates market changed with recent developments from the metals industry?
• How much has the metals industry in Asia started to disrupt this traditional trade flow?
• Environmental legislation is becoming an increasingly dominant influence on the phosphate supply chain. How are these regulations influencing the P2O5 supply chain, and how will they do so in the future?- 15.00 - 15.50
Networking and refreshment break
- 15.50 - 16.20
China’s battery industry and its interactions with Asia’s growing sulphur and sulphuric acid markets
• What countries are emerging as key demand hubs for sulphur in their metals trade?
• How can traders make the most of the opportunities presented by a boom in interest from the metals and battery industry?
• What transformations are occurring in global sulphur production, and which regions are planning expansions?- 16.20 - 16.50
Fuelling growth: The surge in TGU and AdBlue demand
• What is behind the recent growth in global demand for technical-grade urea (TGU)?
• As more countries adopt stricter international emissions standards and regulations, what are the expectations for the consumption of AdBlue/diesel exhaust fluid?
• How might stricter international standards affect TGU consumption in the Chinese market?- 17.00
End of Low-carbon markets focus day
Exhibition and meeting areas close
- 17.00
Evening networking reception
Day 2 | Main Conference | Tuesday, 5 November
- 08.00 - 09.00
Morning registration and networking
Exhibition and meeting areas open
- 09.00 - 09.05
Producer’s opening remarks
Speakers Include:
Shyla Bector
Conference ProducerArgus- 09.05 - 09.15
Chairperson’s opening remarks
Market overview
- 09.15 - 09.35
Government keynote: China’s balancing act – food-system security and carbon-neutrality goals
• How does China’s fertilizer policy aim to support both food-system security and carbon-neutrality goals simultaneously?
• What strategies has the Chinese government implemented to mitigate environmental impacts associated with fertilizer use while ensuring agricultural productivity?
• In what ways does China’s approach to fertilizer regulation and subsidy allocation reflect its broader environmental and agricultural policy objectives?- 09.35 - 10.00
Industry keynote: Bright spots in Asia’s major fertilizer export markets
• Where are the bright spots? Looking beyond China at key regions of interest, south and southeast Asia, and how they interact in a competitive fertilizer landscape
• How do businesses navigate the fragmented logistics network in the region to seize opportunities in the market?
• What strategies are key players in the Asian fertilizer market employing to overcome regulatory challenges and ensure compliance across different regions?- 10.00 - 10.30
Argus market update and outlook: Sustainable fertilizer and traditional bulk products
• What are the latest trends in the Asia fertilizer markets and what is the outlook over the short, medium and long term?
• How is demand for specialty fertilizers growing across the region?- 10.30 - 11.10
Networking and refreshments break
Deep dive into specialties
- 11.10 - 11.40
Global trends in water-soluble fertilizers (WSF): Demands drivers, climate impacts and innovative mitigation strategies
• What are the drivers for demand and future growth?
• How climate change has altered demand trends
• What innovative strategies can be implemented using WSFs to mitigate the impact of severe weather on crop yields?- 11.40 - 12.30
Developments in China’s WSF market and trends in crop applications
• In which regions in China are we seeing a greater demand for WSFs?
• Standing out in a crowded space: What new developments have emerged in a competitive landscape searching for innovative products? Where are the niche segments?
• What are the collaborations and partnerships needed to gain a competitive edge in the market?- 12.30 - 14.00
Lunch and networking break
- 14.00 - 14.30
Next innovations and development in enhanced efficiency fertilizers (EEFs)
• What are the latest advancements in coated fertilizers and nitrification inhibitors, and how are these technologies influencing the market for enhanced EEFs?
• How do major producers perceive the benefits and challenges of investing in slow-release fertilizers, and what strategies are they employing to capitalise on this segment?
• What is the current trend in micronutrient utilisation in China and other Asian markets, and how is this affecting the development and adoption of EEFs in the region?- 14.30 - 15.00
Growing opportunities and innovation in biostimulants production
• How do current global regulations affect biostimulants production and market entry, and what are their implications for industry growth?
• What factors are driving China’s growing role in biostimulants production and demand dynamics on a global scale?
• With advancing technologies such as biotechnology and nanotechnology, what innovations are poised to shape the future of biostimulants production and market opportunities worldwide?- 15.00 - 15.10
Round-up and chairperson’s closing remarks, Day 2
Join your Argus chairperson for a short review of the main points shared during all discussions on day 1. This is a key opportunity if you have been busy in meetings all morning and want to catch up.
- 15.10 - 15.30
Networking and coffee break
Optional add-ons - Argus Fertilizer Fundamentals – Part 1
The Argus Fertilizer Fundamentals sessions are designed for those looking to boost their fertilizer market knowledge with in-person presentations from Argus market specialists. The materials will be available to download after the event, and you will be able to interact one-on-one during the conference to get your most pressing questions answered.
- 15.30 - 16.00
Intro to specialty fertilizers
- 16.30 - 15.00
TGU
- 17.00 - 17.30
Low-carbon products
- 17.40
End of Conference, Day 2
Exhibition and meeting areas close
- 17.40
Drinks reception
Day 3 | Main Conference | Wednesday, 6 November
- 08.30 - 09.25
Morning registration and networking
Exhibition and meeting areas open
- 09.25 - 09.30
Chairperson’s opening remarks
Regional spotlights – Exploring key market trends
- 09.30 - 09.45
Spotlight on south Asia: Policy and product dynamics in India and Pakistan
• Explore the evolving role of subsidies in the fertilizer market: What are the recent and anticipated policy adjustments in India and Pakistan?
• Updates and insights on urea and phosphate market dynamics in India and Pakistan
• What are the key dynamics shaping trade relationships between India, Pakistan and China, particularly in the context of their roles as major exporters and importers in the fertilizer market?- 09.45 - 10.00
Latin America focus: Trends in Brazil’s import markets
• What are the key demands and preferences of Brazil’s import market?
• What strategies are effective for entering Brazil’s import market, focusing on sectors such as ammonium sulphate (amsul) and MAP?
• How do Brazil’s unique barter trade system and crop fertilizer dynamics influence affordability and pricing in the region?
Markets beyond fertilizers – how will they shape your business?
- 10.00 - 10.20
Making critical decisions with shipping
• Minor bulk shipping – what can dry bulk learn from other shipping sectors when it comes to going green?
• What will the dry bulk fleet look like, emissions-wise, in 2030? Who pays for all of this?
• LPG ships transport ammonia: A look into LPG shipping and how it may affect ammonia freight- 10.20 - 11.00
Networking and refreshments break
- 11.00 - 11.30
Expansions in the caprolactam market – what do they mean for amsul production?
• How does the expansion of caprolactam production affect the demand for key by-product amsul?
• Will the demand-supply dynamics of caprolactam influence the pricing of amsul in global markets?
• Is the current rapid expansion of caprolactam capacities sustainable?- 11.30 - 12.10
A quick look at planting and production: Forecast of major agricultural commodities
• With fertilizer as a key planting cost, what is its impact on acreage and the production of soybean, corn and wheat?
• How does global demand for popular agri-commodities affect the availability and pricing of fertilizers in China’s local markets?
• What role do government subsidies for agriculture play in shaping fertilizer demand and usage across different crop seasons?- 12.10 - 12.20
Day 3 round-up and chairperson’s closing remarks
Join your Argus chairperson for a short review of the main points shared during all discussions on day 2. This is a key opportunity if you have been busy in meetings all morning and want to catch up.
- 12.20 - 15.00
Conference opens up for afternoon networking and lunch
Afternoon private meetings and networking
- 12.20 - 15.00
Afternoon private meetings or ADD ON for fertilizer fundamentals stream
Afternoon private meetings and networking opportunities for main conference pass holders.
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Optional add-ons - Argus Fertilizer Fundamentals – Part 2
Part 2 of the Argus Fertilizer Fundamentals sessions - designed for those looking to boost their fertilizer market knowledge with in-person presentations from Argus market specialists. The materials will be available to download after the event, and you will be able to interact one-on-one during the conference to get your most pressing questions answered.
- 12.20 - 12.50
Nitrogen
The Argus Fertilizer Fundamentals sessions are designed for those looking to boost their fertilizer market knowledge with in-person presentations from Argus market specialists. The materials will be available to download after the event, and you will be able to interact one-on-one during the conference to get your most pressing questions answered.
- 12.50 - 13.20
Phosphates
- 13.20 - 13.50
Sulphur + sulphuric acid
- 13.50 - 14.20
Potash
- 15.00
End of conference