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Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe has sharply criticized a potential Belarus blood potash deal<\/strong> being pursued by U.S. President Donald Trump. Moe says the plan to buy potash from Belarus to reduce reliance on Canadian fertilizer supports Russian aggression in Ukraine. He calls it unethical and warns that it puts Canadian jobs and industry at risk.<\/p>

Moe Calls Out Belarus Sanctions Violation<\/h3>

Moe took to social media on Monday to voice his concerns. He pointed out that more than 40 countries, including Canada and its allies, have sanctions against Belarus. These sanctions exist because Belarus has supported Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.<\/p>

“Buying blood potash from Belarus is supporting Russian aggression,”<\/em> Moe said. “It’s wrong and it doesn’t make sense.”<\/em> His comments came shortly after Trump announced the possible agreement in a social media post.<\/p>

According to Trump, prices under the new deal would be “substantially less”<\/em> than what American buyers currently pay Canadian exporters. He described the move as “very good news”<\/em> for American farmers and ranchers, since potash is a key fertilizer ingredient.<\/p>

However, Belarus remains a close ally of Russia. The country has reportedly aided Moscow’s military efforts since the full-scale invasion<\/strong> began four years ago. Although potash prices spiked after the invasion, they have since dropped, though they still sit above prewar levels.<\/p>

Moe questioned whether Belarusian potash could really be a better option. “Does anyone believe Belarusian blood potash shipped through Russia is going to be more affordable, more sustainable or more ethical than potash shipped from Saskatchewan \u2014 right here in North America?”<\/em> he asked.<\/p>

Experts Doubt Feasibility of the Plan<\/h3>

Industry analysts have raised doubts about whether Trump’s proposal is even practical. Erin Weir, an economist who studies potash and a former Saskatchewan NDP member of Parliament, explained that Belarus likely lacks the reserves to meet U.S. demand.<\/p>

“Belarus is one of the major potash producers, but I don’t think it has some stock of potash in reserve that President Trump is going to be able to access,”<\/em> Weir said. Additionally, transporting potash out of landlocked Belarus poses another major hurdle.<\/p>

Weir noted that Lithuania, a key neighbouring country, has closed its border crossings. As a result, Belarus no longer has straightforward access to shipping routes it once relied on. This logistical challenge could make the deal far more complicated than Trump suggests.<\/p>

By contrast, Saskatchewan holds a natural advantage as the world’s largest potash producer. Because it sits on the same continent as the United States, Weir says transport is simpler. “It’s possible for us to put potash on trains to the American states that are growing corn,”<\/em> he said. “That’s a lot easier than trying to ship potash to an American port and then put it on trains.”<\/em><\/p>

Even Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has acknowledged limitations. In a Monday news release, he admitted that Belarus cannot supply the United States with large volumes of potash. “Even if we wanted to supply [potash] to other, Western markets, we simply do not have those volumes \u2014 everything is contracted,”<\/em> Lukashenko said.<\/p>

Meanwhile, Asim Biswas, an agriculture professor at the University of Guelph, said Trump’s announcement has created uncertainty. Since no details have been released, businesses cannot properly prepare. “If something happens, this is of course going to impact our businesses, going to affect our fertilizer industry,”<\/em> he said.<\/p>

Political Backlash Grows Across Canada<\/h3>

Canadian politicians from multiple parties have condemned the proposed deal. Andrew Scheer, the federal Conservative house leader, said his party firmly opposes Trump’s threat. “Belarus is a communist dictatorship and its government has a terrible human rights record,”<\/em> he stated. “The suggestion that Belarus would be a better trading partner than Canada is ridiculous.”<\/em><\/p>

Furthermore, B.C. Premier David Eby expressed solidarity with Moe on social media. He emphasized the need to protect Canadian workers and industries from ongoing trade threats. “Every day Trump attacks another Canadian industry,”<\/em> Eby wrote. “Today, he’s targeting Canadian potash which comes primarily from Saskatchewan and ships out of BC ports.”<\/em><\/p>

This latest dispute unfolds amid a broader trade war between Canada and the United States. Both countries have imposed tit-for-tat tariffs on a wide range of products. Although potash remains exempt from U.S. levies for now, Trump has repeatedly claimed his country doesn’t need Canadian goods.<\/p>

Notably, government data tells a different story. A report from the U.S. Geological Survey shows the United States imported 80 per cent of its potash from Canada between 2021 and 2024. Smaller amounts came from Russia, Israel, and other countries during that period.<\/p>

In addition, Natural Resources Canada reports that nearly half of Canada’s potash exports go to the United States. This trade relationship is worth an estimated $4.2 billion annually, underscoring how significant the industry is to Saskatchewan’s economy.<\/p>

Industry Leaders Push Back on Threat<\/h3>

Pam Schwann, president of the Saskatchewan Mining Association, questioned the cost-effectiveness of the proposed deal. “The costs are what the costs are,”<\/em> she explained. “Our potash mines are price-takers in a global market. They don’t set the price. It’s what’s negotiated.”<\/em><\/p>

She added that the same pricing dynamics would likely apply to any Belarusian potash entering the market. Therefore, switching suppliers may not save American buyers as much money as Trump has suggested. Schwann believes the industry should stay calm despite the political noise.<\/p>

“You have to pay attention to [what Trump is saying], but not overreact and think that all of our potash that’s moving into the United States is going to be displaced by Belarusian potash,”<\/em> she said. “It’s just not possible.”<\/em><\/p>

Similarly, Weir suggested Canadians take Trump’s comments with skepticism. “There’s a lot of demand for potash in the world. And potash production is concentrated in very few jurisdictions, and that actually gives Saskatchewan a lot of bargaining power,”<\/em> he said.<\/p>

Fertilizer Canada also released a statement defending the industry’s track record. The organization said Canadian potash has consistently been a reliable supplier for North American farmers. Its integrated supply chain, the group noted, has helped keep fertilizer prices affordable over time.<\/p>

Calls to Use Natural Resources as Leverage<\/h3>

As trade tensions escalate, some Canadian premiers argue for a tougher response to Trump’s tactics. Ontario Premier Doug Ford, for example, has suggested that Canada should block potash and oil shipments to the United States entirely.<\/p>

Moe, however, disagrees with that approach. He has previously stated that Saskatchewan opposes halting potash exports altogether. He also rejects the idea of export taxes, warning they would harm the province’s economy and drive up fertilizer prices for everyone.<\/p>

Meanwhile, Saskatchewan Opposition NDP Leader Carla Beck weighed in on Monday as well. She said Trump’s latest comment represents a direct attack on the province’s vital potash industry, adding pressure on the provincial government to respond firmly.<\/p>

As this story develops, the debate over Belarus, sanctions, and Canadian trade interests is likely to intensify. For now, Saskatchewan’s potash industry remains central to the ongoing conversation about ethics, economics, and North American supply chains.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Belarus blood potash deal protest against Trump plan Belarus Blood Potash Deal: Moe Warns of Threat to Canada Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe has sharply criticized a potential Belarus blood potash deal being pursued by U.S. President Donald Trump. Moe says the plan to buy potash from Belarus to reduce reliance on Canadian fertilizer supports Russian aggression in Ukraine. He calls it unethical and warns that it puts Canadian jobs and industry at risk. Moe Calls Out Belarus Sanctions Violation Moe took to social media on Monday to voice his concerns. He pointed out that more than 40 countries, including Canada and its allies, have sanctions against Belarus. These sanctions exist because Belarus has supported Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine. “Buying blood potash from Belarus is supporting Russian aggression,” Moe said. “It’s wrong and it doesn’t make sense.” His comments came shortly after Trump announced the possible agreement in a social media post. According to Trump, prices under the new deal would be “substantially less” than what American buyers currently pay Canadian exporters. He described the move as “very good news” for American farmers and ranchers, since potash is a key fertilizer ingredient. However, Belarus remains a close ally of Russia. The country has reportedly aided Moscow’s military efforts since the full-scale invasion began four years ago. Although potash prices spiked after the invasion, they have since dropped, though they still sit above prewar levels. Moe questioned whether Belarusian potash could really be a better option. “Does anyone believe Belarusian blood potash shipped through Russia is going to be more affordable, more sustainable or more ethical than potash shipped from Saskatchewan \u2014 right here in North America?” he asked. Experts Doubt Feasibility of the Plan Industry analysts have raised doubts about whether Trump’s proposal is even practical. Erin Weir, an economist who studies potash and a former Saskatchewan NDP member of Parliament, explained that Belarus likely lacks the reserves to meet U.S. demand. “Belarus is one of the major potash producers, but I don’t think it has some stock of potash in reserve that President Trump is going to be able to access,” Weir said. Additionally, transporting potash out of landlocked Belarus poses another major hurdle. Weir noted that Lithuania, a key neighbouring country, has closed its border crossings. As a result, Belarus no longer has straightforward access to shipping routes it once relied on. This logistical challenge could make the deal far more complicated than Trump suggests. By contrast, Saskatchewan holds a natural advantage as the world’s largest potash producer. Because it sits on the same continent as the United States, Weir says transport is simpler. “It’s possible for us to put potash on trains to the American states that are growing corn,” he said. “That’s a lot easier than trying to ship potash to an American port and then put it on trains.” Even Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has acknowledged limitations. In a Monday news release, he admitted that Belarus cannot supply the United States with large volumes of potash. “Even if we wanted to supply [potash] to other, Western markets, we simply do not have those volumes \u2014 everything is contracted,” Lukashenko said. Meanwhile, Asim Biswas, an agriculture professor at the University of Guelph, said Trump’s announcement has created uncertainty. Since no details have been released, businesses cannot properly prepare. “If something happens, this is of course going to impact our businesses, going to affect our fertilizer industry,” he said. Political Backlash Grows Across Canada Canadian politicians from multiple parties have condemned the proposed deal. Andrew Scheer, the federal Conservative house leader, said his party firmly opposes Trump’s threat. “Belarus is a communist dictatorship and its government has a terrible human rights record,” he stated. “The suggestion that Belarus would be a better trading partner than Canada is ridiculous.” Furthermore, B.C. Premier David Eby expressed solidarity with Moe on social media. He emphasized the need to protect Canadian workers and industries from ongoing trade threats. “Every day Trump attacks another Canadian industry,” Eby wrote. “Today, he’s targeting Canadian potash which comes primarily from Saskatchewan and ships out of BC ports.” This latest dispute unfolds amid a broader trade war between Canada and the United States. Both countries have imposed tit-for-tat tariffs on a wide range of products. Although potash remains exempt from U.S. levies for now, Trump has repeatedly claimed his country doesn’t need Canadian goods. Notably, government data tells a different story. A report from the U.S. Geological Survey shows the United States imported 80 per cent of its potash from Canada between 2021 and 2024. Smaller amounts came from Russia, Israel, and other countries during that period. In addition, Natural Resources Canada reports that nearly half of Canada’s potash exports go to the United States. This trade relationship is worth an estimated $4.2 billion annually, underscoring how significant the industry is to Saskatchewan’s economy. Industry Leaders Push Back on Threat Pam Schwann, president of the Saskatchewan Mining Association, questioned the cost-effectiveness of the proposed deal. “The costs are what the costs are,” she explained. “Our potash mines are price-takers in a global market. They don’t set the price. It’s what’s negotiated.” She added that the same pricing dynamics would likely apply to any Belarusian potash entering the market. Therefore, switching suppliers may not save American buyers as much money as Trump has suggested. Schwann believes the industry should stay calm despite the political noise. “You have to pay attention to [what Trump is saying], but not overreact and think that all of our potash that’s moving into the United States is going to be displaced by Belarusian potash,” she said. “It’s just not possible.” Similarly, Weir suggested Canadians take Trump’s comments with skepticism. “There’s a lot of demand for potash in the world. And potash production is concentrated in very few jurisdictions, and that actually gives Saskatchewan a lot of bargaining power,” he said. Fertilizer Canada also released a statement defending the industry’s track record. 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