As of Saturday, Sept. 9, The Mosaic Co. said it was executing hurricane preparedness plans and planned to idle its Central Florida phosphate mines and partially idle its concentrate facilities, to facilitate efficient resumption of fertilizer production following the storm. It said its priority was to keep people safe and protect the environment during and after the storm. There was no update as of Sept. 11.
Mosaic also announced Sept. 9, a $100,000 contribution for disaster relief and emergency response efforts in Florida in advance of Hurricane Irma’s impact. Funds will support the American Red Cross and Feeding Florida – who each will receive $50,000.