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MIAX Launches Physically-settled Fertilizer Futures

On October 21, 2026, Miami International Holdings, Inc. (MIAX®) marked a significant milestone in the agricultural trading sector with the launch of four physically-settled fertilizer futures contracts. This new offering is poised to enhance market transparency and risk management for stakeholders in the agriculture industry. The four futures contracts introduced include the following:

• - NOLA Urea (Ticker MGU) Futures
• - NOLA Mono-ammonium Phosphate (Ticker MAP) Futures
• - NOLA Di-ammonium Phosphate (Ticker DAP) Futures
• - NOLA Potassium Chloride (Ticker MOP) Futures

All four products will be available for trade on the MIAX Futures Onyx electronic trading platform and will be cleared through MIAX Futures Clearing.

Importance of the New Futures Contracts

Thomas P. Gallagher, Chairman and CEO of MIAX, highlighted the critical role that imported fertilizers play in global food production. He noted that with one-third of all fertilizer traded by sea passing through the volatile Strait of Hormuz, the introduction of these contracts is timely. The global fertilizer market is susceptible to disruptions, and MIAX's new futures aim to provide a transparent mechanism for managing these risks while aiding price discovery in uncertain times.

Additionally, Roger Baker, Vice President of Crop Nutrients Product Line at CHS—a prominent agribusiness cooperative in the United States—emphasized the growing significance of risk management tools amidst market volatility. These new futures contracts are designed to give customers and suppliers essential tools to facilitate better purchasing, production, and marketing decisions.

Commitment to Innovation and Support

Shelly Brown, Chief Strategy Officer of MIAX, reiterated the company’s long-standing partnership with the agricultural industry. MIAX has been involved in this sector for over a century, continuously innovating to meet the evolving needs of its clients. The introduction of physically-settled fertilizer futures aligns with MIAX’s mission to support agricultural stakeholders through product and technology enhancements.

As volatility persists in global fertilizer pricing, the creation of these futures contracts represents a strategic initiative to ensure stability within the market. This move not only aligns with MIAX's commitment to fostering a robust trading environment but also underscores the importance of resilience in the agricultural supply chain.

Looking Forward

These futures contracts signify a crucial step for MIAX as it diversifies its offerings and enhances its commitment to maintaining a transparent trading environment. As global markets continue to change, the agriculture sector will benefit significantly from the tools and strategies that MIAX is providing to navigate those changes effectively.

For more detailed information, including how to trade these contracts, stakeholders can visit MIAX's official website. This innovative approach to futures trading will undoubtedly provide the agricultural community with the resources needed to adapt in an ever-changing market landscape.