Consent of Independent Auditors
We consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration
Statement (Form S-8 No. 333-70039) pertaining to the Salary
Reduction Plan for Hourly Employees of IMC-Agrico MP, Inc.
Represented by Local #968 International Chemical Workers Union of
our report dated May 26, 2000, with respect to the financial
statements of the Salary Reduction Plan for Hourly Employees of
IMC-Agrico MP, Inc. Represented by Local #968 International
Chemical Workers Union included in this Annual Report (Form 11-K)
for the year ended December 31, 1999.
/s/ Hill, Taylor LLC
Hill, Taylor LLC
Chicago, Illinois
June 26, 2000