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# Brazil’s uranium expansion could reshape global agriculture and commodities

Publication Date: 24.10.2024, 10:00

Efforts to boost uranium output could alter global phosphate markets, influencing agricultural supply chains.

Brazil is seeking to attract mining companies to revive its uranium exploration, aiming to capitalize on rising global demand for nuclear energy. Holding 5% of the world’s uranium resources, Brazil currently produces only a fraction of its potential. Nuclear Industries of Brazil (INB) plans to partner with international firms to explore uranium-rich regions, with bidding set to open by the year’s end.

This expansion in uranium production has direct relevance for the agriculture sector. The Santa Quiteria project, developed by fertilizer producer Galvani in partnership with INB, combines uranium and phosphate extraction. Phosphate is a crucial ingredient in fertilizers, and the project could significantly increase Brazil’s domestic supply, reducing reliance on imports. If successful, the project could influence global fertilizer prices and supply chains.

Furthermore, Brazil’s initiative targets areas that hold valuable minerals such as copper, gold, and rare earth elements. These minerals are essential for agricultural machinery and other sectors. By boosting production of these commodities, Brazil could impact global markets, offering new opportunities for supply diversification.

However, bureaucratic delays pose a challenge. While Galvani expects to start operations by 2028, the project has faced significant permit issues, delaying progress. Despite these hurdles, Brazil’s long-term strategy to expand both uranium and associated mineral production could reshape agricultural supply chains and commodity markets globally.

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