Mosaic completed the sale of its Brazilian potash mining operation, Mosaic Potássio Mineração Ltda, to VL Mineração Ltda on November 4, 2025. Mosaic received $27 million in cash, consisting of $12 million at closing, $10 million one year after closing, and up to $5 million in contingent payments over six years. VL Mineração will assume approximately $22 million in asset retirement obligations.
The transaction is part of Mosaic’s portfolio optimization strategy, allowing the company to redeploy capital to higher‑growth areas such as its phosphate business and Mosaic Biosciences. The Taquari‑Vassouras mine required more than $25 million in capital to remain viable, and Mosaic determined that those funds could be better used elsewhere.
Mosaic anticipated a book loss of $50‑$70 million related to the asset being classified as “held for sale” in the third quarter of 2025. The company also recently sold its Patos de Minas phosphate mine for $111 million, expecting an $80‑$90 million book gain in Q4 2025.
Management noted that the sale aligns with Mosaic’s focus on core assets amid a challenging fertilizer market, characterized by weaker demand and trade tariffs. The company plans to invest in its remaining phosphate and potash operations and expand its Mosaic Biosciences platform.
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