Oslo (2009-01-22): Yara International ASA has decided to restart
production of urea and ammonia at its site in Ferrara, Italy.


Yara has started preparations to restart Yara Ferrara following
improved market conditions. Start up of the urea and ammonia plants
is expected during February.

The Ferrara facility transforms natural gas into ammonia and urea,
which are the main components in the production of nitrogen
fertilizers and chemicals. The site has an annual production capacity
of 600,000 tons of ammonia and 550,000 tons of urea.

The decision to restart production is related to the general
improvements in the international urea markets and the specific
situation in Italy with increased seasonal demand.



Contact


Torgeir Kvidal, Investor Relations
Telephone  (+47) 24 15 72 95
Cellular (+47) 91 339 832
E-mail torgeir.kvidal@yara.com

Hamed Brodersen, Media Relations
Cellular (+47) 40 468 110
E-mail hamed.mozaffari.brodersen@yara.com



Yara International ASA is a leading chemical company that converts
energy, natural minerals and nitrogen from the air into essential
products for farmers and industrial customers. As the number one
global supplier of mineral fertilizers and agronomic solutions, we
help provide food for a growing world population. Our industrial
product portfolio includes environmental protection agents that
safeguard air and water purity and preserve food quality. Yara's
global workforce of more than 8,000 employees represents great
diversity and talent enabling Yara to remain a leading performer in
its industry.
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