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Trump wants cheaper Canadian potash but will keep buying it

The U.S. president says he intends to continue purchasing potash from Canada despite tariff tensions, while seeking price cuts.

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What to know

  • Trump says the U.S. will continue importing Canadian potash while pushing for lower prices.
  • Canadian commenters express skepticism about price leverage, noting competitive alternatives and existing trade friction.
  • The statement reflects broader U.S.-Canada trade tensions while maintaining specific trade relationships.

The dispute Whether Canada has enough market leverage to resist Trump's price demands, with skeptics arguing potash spot prices and alternative buyers provide protection against pressure. · positions read across 6 posts and comments

many voices

Canada should resist price pressure and find alternative buyers.

  • “He cannot buy potash from a landlocked Country thousands of miles away & he wants a deal from us? Hope Saskatchewan doesn't give him one.”

    lancelot48 · Reddit ↗
many voices

Price demands won't work because Canada has market alternatives and leverage.

  • “Well, I'm sure there are people who will continue subscribing to Netflix but would like to pay less each month as well. Sometimes it just doesn't work out in your favour.”

    EvacuationRelocation · Reddit ↗
some voices

Canada should condition any price cuts on respectful treatment from Trump.

  • “I'd give him a lower price... So long as he keeps anything Canada out of his mouth. And if he doesn't... Price goes up by 20%... Every instance.”

    ShermansWorld · Reddit ↗

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Trump wants cheaper Canadian potash but will keep buying it
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    Trump announces continued potash purchases at lower prices

    Trump stated the U.S. will continue buying Canadian potash but wants a cheaper price, signaling both continued trade relationship and pressure for price concessions amid broader tariff disputes.

    “Well, I'm sure there are people who will continue subscribing to Netflix but would like to pay less each month as well. Sometimes it just doesn't work out in your favour.”
    — EvacuationRelocation, Reddit commenter · source
    1. 2 outlets Trump says U.S. to continue buying Canadian potash but wants cheaper price

      first by CTV News, 1d ago · also Castanet

    • Well, I'm sure there are people who will continue subscribing to Netflix but would like to pay less each month as well. Sometimes it just doesn't work out in your favour.

      EvacuationRelocationr/canada16h agoview on r/canada ↗
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    • I'd give him a lower price... So long as he keeps anything Canada out of his mouth. And if he doesn't... Price goes up by 20%... Every instance.

      ShermansWorldr/canada16h agoview on r/canada ↗

    • He cannot buy potash from a landlocked Country thousands of miles away & he wants a deal from us? Hope Saskatchewan doesn't give him one.

      lancelot48r/canada13h agoview on r/canada ↗
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