The anticipated slump in potash prices should have only a minor impact on Canada's economy. Potash mining represents a tiny share of Canada's GDP and exports. Moreover, the relatively lower cost of production in Canada means that the country's miners are better placed to weather a sharp fall in prices than producers elsewhere.
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