The Fertilizer Institute

Temporary trucking flexibility helps prevent fertilizer supply bottlenecks during critical spring planting and upcoming summer distribution periods.

TFI endorses bipartisan infrastructure legislation supporting rural roads, freight efficiency, and America’s agricultural supply chain resilience.

Crop Inputs Economist within USDA’s Office of the Chief Economist to provide independent and consistent analysis and reporting on crop input markets.

TFI says Jones Act waiver will ease fertilizer logistics, lower transport costs, and support timely spring applications nationwide.

Strait of Hormuz closure threatens fertilizer shipments, raising concerns about global supply, trade flows, and potential price volatility.

New data details major gains in efficiency, emissions reduction, water reuse, and responsible manufacturing investment.

TFI cautions the proposed UP–NS merger may worsen rail service, costs, and accountability for fertilizer shippers.

TFI applauds bipartisan House passage of the SPEED Act to streamline permitting, boost investment, and protect environmental safeguards.

House passage of the PERMIT Act promises faster permitting, boosting fertilizer production and supporting farmers nationwide.

TFI says new fertilizer tariff exemptions will stabilize supply, lower costs, and provide critical support for U.S. farmers during key seasons.

TFI urges practical policies to boost U.S. fertilizer supply, strengthen farmers’ resilience, and ensure timely access to critical inputs.

The letter to Secretary Burgum makes the case that phosphate and potash clearly meet the criteria to be defined as a critical mineral.

The Fertilizer Institute has extended sincere thanks to President Trump for including potash alongside critical minerals in an Executive Order.

The President’s action ensures that Canadian and Mexican imports of fertilizers meeting USMCA preference status will be subject to no duty.

The Fertilizer Institute reacts to implementation of U.S. tariffs on imports of Canadian potash and other fertilizers.

The organizations request the Trump administration to provide a strategic carve out from the tariffs.

The U.S. relies on imports for over 95% of its potash fertilizer needs, with nearly 90% of that coming from Canada, according to The Fertilizer Institute.

Testimony before STB emphasized ongoing need for the freight rail industry to shift its focus toward customer service and growth.

TFI looks forward to working with Congress to see a Farm Bill that addresses current challenges with updated solutions.

The newly launched Certified Biostimulant program has awarded a second certification for a biostimulant product during a reception.