Nutrien is pleased to announce the grand opening of its greenfield fertilizer terminal in Randolph, Minnesota. The new 40,000-square-foot warehouse is strategically located just 13 miles south of Minneapolis. Aligned to the company’s strategy to optimize its NPK distribution network and provide improved access and efficiency for customers and growers, this new asset will significantly reduce cost-to-serve for our upstream business in this important agricultural market by providing dedicated in-market storage and additional flexibility.

“Nutrien has an unparalleled network of distribution assets to safely and reliably deliver the crop nutrients our customers need, where and when they need them,” said Mark Thompson, executive vice president and chief commercial officer. “This investment in our new Randolph terminal is consistent with our strategy to continue strengthening the cost-position and efficiency of our North American distribution footprint, competitively positioning us to meet the evolving needs of the market for decades to come.”

The Randolph terminal will ensure efficient delivery to regional customers. The terminal will offer approximately 20,000 metric tons of dry fertilizer storage across potash, nitrogen and phosphate products, supported by capacity for approximately 65 rail cars on-site. The warehouse also features a TerminalBoss automated scale, enhancing ease of use and harnessing innovative technology for customers.

“We are excited to continue enhancing the strength of our network through targeted investments, just as we did with the Hammond, Indiana potash distribution facility that opened its doors in 2016,” said Elan Strueby, vice president of transportation, distribution & logistics. “Once up and running at full capacity, we expect over 65,000 metric tons of product to move through the Randolph terminal annually.”

With approximately 440 wholesale fertilizer distribution points, including 21 terminals, Nutrien leverages the competitive advantages of its position across the agricultural value chain to efficiently meet the needs of its customers.