RESTRUCTURING CHARGE |
9 Months Ended |
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Sep. 30, 2016 | |
| Restructuring Charge [Abstract] | |
| RESTRUCTURING CHARGE | RESTRUCTURING CHARGE In January 2016, in response to declining potash prices, we undertook a number of cost saving actions that were intended to better align our cost structure with the business environment. These initiatives included the elimination of approximately 5% of the workforce, elimination of the bonus programs for most employees, as well as reductions in compensation. In April we converted our East facility from a mixed-ore facility to a Trio®-only facility. In early July 2016, we idled mining operations at our West facility and transitioned it into a care-and-maintenance mode due to the decline in potash prices. For the nine months ended September 30, 2016, we recognized restructuring expense of $2.3 million related to these events. |