In this article, the author looks at some of the challenges that arise when handling bulk fertilizer cargoes, particularly at discharge ports, and highlights some of the practical solutions that can be implemented to absolve the potentially high costs that can be incurred through malpractice by all stakeholders. The following topics are touched upon in this article as being contributing factors to the degree of success in handling fertilizers by terminal operators – particularly in developing countries where there may be limited infrastructure and handling equipment: