Nutrien (NYSE:NTR) Inc. (NYSE: NTR) is a leading global provider of crop inputs and services, formed through the merger of PotashCorp and Agrium in 2018. Headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Nutrien operates a diversified portfolio of nutrient production, retail distribution, and digital agriculture solutions. As the world’s largest producer of potash and a major supplier of nitrogen and phosphate fertilizers, Nutrien plays a critical role in helping farmers increase crop yields and enhance food security across more than a dozen countries.
The company’s operations are organized into three core segments: potash, nitrogen and phosphate production; retail distribution; and digital agriculture. In its production segment, Nutrien leverages a network of mines and facilities in Canada, the United States and South America to deliver a broad range of granular and specialty fertilizers. Its retail arm, comprising over 1,500 centers under banners such as Agrium, Crop Production Services and Ruralco, provides agronomic advice, crop protection products and services tailored to local growing conditions. This integrated model enables Nutrien to capture value across the agricultural supply chain, from raw materials through to on-farm application.
Complementing its fertilizer and agronomy services, Nutrien has invested significantly in digital agriculture platforms designed to optimize farm management. Through proprietary data analytics, precision application technologies and remote monitoring tools, the company helps growers make informed decisions about planting, irrigation, nutrient application and pest management. These offerings aim to improve yield, reduce input costs and minimize environmental impact. In addition, Nutrien is committed to sustainability initiatives such as greenhouse gas emissions reduction, efficient water usage and the development of lower-carbon fertilizers.
Governed by an experienced board and led by a senior executive team, Nutrien emphasizes operational excellence, customer focus and strategic investment in innovation. The company’s leadership combines deep expertise in mining, agronomy and technology to support long-term growth and resilience in volatile commodity markets. With a global footprint and diversified service offering, Nutrien is positioned to meet evolving agricultural challenges while delivering value to growers, communities and shareholders.
