From the ashes: Nutrien’s new West Coast Bulk Fertiliser Facility a win for farmers in Western Australia
The new $70 million, long-term leased facility, further strengthens Nutrien’s west coast supply chain, delivering a purpose-built solution that improves long-term reliability and service for farmers across the west ahead of peak seasonal demand.
Nutrien Ag Solutions Managing Director Adrian Capogreco said the completion of the facility underscores Nutrien’s commitment to Australian growers.
“This investment demonstrates of our confidence in Western Australian agriculture,” Mr. Capogreco said.
“In February 2024, an industrial fire at the Kwinana Bulk Jetty precinct severely damaged our previous facility. We were able to minimise disruption for customers by securing storage and transport routes, and we made a conscious decision to build bigger and better -that’s what we’re seeing today.”
Mr. Capogreco said the expanded 130,000 metric tonnes facility eases some of the pressure on long and complex supply chains.
“Agricultural supply chains are complex, spanning regions, seasons, and markets with so many moving parts that don’t always work seamlessly together.
“The industry is constantly navigating disruptions, from weather events to global market volatility. This means we must remain agile, build resilience, and remain focused on doing everything we can for our growers.
"Investments like this don’t prevent global disruptions, but an approximate 20 per cent increase in our bulk storage for Western Australia strengthens long-term supply chain resilience.”
Nutrien Ag Solutions West Region Director, Andrew Duperouzel, said the project has been delivered just two years after the 2024 industrial fire.
“Facilities like this allow us to continue putting farmers at the heart of what we do,” Mr. Duperouzel said.
“Ultimately, this is about backing farmers with the infrastructure and investment they need to plan with increased confidence for the many seasons ahead.
“Western Australian farmers operate in one of the most demanding environments in the country. This facility will help ensure they have timely access to essential fertiliser inputs, which is critical to productivity and on‑farm decision‑making.”
Birchmead Head of Investment, Dax Foley, said “Our focus as developer and long-term owner has been the delivery of a future-ready facility, creating the best possible infrastructure for fertiliser storage and a reliable platform for Nutrien to serve the Western Australian agriculture sector. Nutrien and Birchmead have demonstrated how industry and property developers can work together and create a purpose-built facility to serve farmers for the long-term.”
“Birchmead is proud to work with Nutrien on the delivery of the West Coast Bulk Fertiliser Facility.
“Operational performance and safety underpin this new facility, resulting in efficient product handling, safer truck movements, and faster dispatch. This facility represents lasting value for Nutrien and the growers it serves and reflects our approach in building high‑quality infrastructure that supports Western Australia for decades to come,” Mr. Foley said.