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CALGARY, AB--(Marketwired - May 03, 2016) -
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The Board of Directors of Agrium Inc. (TSX: AGU) (NYSE: AGU) announced today that it has approved a dividend of $0.875
U.S. per common share to be paid on July 21, 2016 to shareholders of record on June 30, 2016. Registered shareholders who are
residents of Canada as reflected in Agrium's shareholders register will receive their dividend in Canadian dollars, calculated
based on the Bank of Canada noon exchange rate on June 30, 2016. Registered shareholders resident outside of Canada as reflected in
Agrium's shareholders register, including the United States, will receive their dividend in U.S. dollars.
Agrium has adopted a policy whereby registered shareholders may elect to change the currency of dividend payments.
Registered shareholders may do so by contacting Agrium's registrar and transfer agent, CST Trust Company, directly (1 (800)
387-0825, or enquiries@canstockta.com). Beneficial shareholders, who
hold their shares through a broker, should contact their broker to determine the necessary steps involved in this process. For
further details, please visit http://www.agrium.com/investors/dividend_information.jsp.
All dividends paid by Agrium Inc. are, pursuant to subsection 89(14) of the Income Tax Act, designated as eligible
dividends. An eligible dividend paid to a Canadian resident is entitled to an enhanced gross-up and dividend tax credit.
About Agrium
Agrium Inc. is a major producer and distributor of agricultural products and services in North America, South
America, Australia and Egypt through its agricultural retail-distribution and wholesale nutrient businesses. Agrium supplies
growers with key products and services such as crop nutrients, crop protection, seed, and agronomic and application services,
thereby helping to meet the ever growing global demand for food and fiber. Agrium produces nitrogen, potash and phosphate
fertilizers, with a combined wholesale nutrient capacity of over nine million tonnes and with competitive advantages across all
product lines. Agrium retail-distribution has an unmatched network of over 1,400 facilities and approximately 3,800 crop
consultants. We partner with over half a million grower customers globally to help them increase their yields and returns on more
than 50 different crops. With a focus on sustainability, the company strives to improve the communities in which it operates
through safety, education, environmental improvement and new technologies such as the development of precision agriculture and
controlled release nutrient products. Agrium is focused on driving operational excellence across our businesses, pursuing
value-enhancing growth opportunities and returning capital to shareholders.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
Investor/Media Relations:
Richard Downey
Vice President, Investor & Corporate Relations
(403) 225-7357
Todd Coakwell
Director, Investor Relations
(403) 225-7437
Louis Brown
Analyst, Investor Relations
(403) 225-7761
Contact us at: www.agrium.com