Exhibit 23.1

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement of Nutrien Ltd. on Form S-8 of our reports dated February 20, 2017 relating to the consolidated financial statements and consolidated financial statement schedule of Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. and the effectiveness of Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc.’s internal control over financial reporting, appearing in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. for the year ended December 31, 2016.

/s/ Deloitte LLP

Chartered Professional Accountants

Licensed Professional Accountants

January 2, 2018

Saskatoon, Canada