Reports note that Russia is making some moves when it comes to nitrogen fertilizer. Mark Oppold has more details on that, along with an update on crude futures.
Mosaic Company Announces Hurricane Ian’s Impact on its Fertilizer Producer
The Mosaic Company recently announced that North American Phosphates was negatively impacted by damage caused by Hurricane Ian. Significant flooding and high winds were experienced throughout central Florida during the storm, and this caused modest damage to Mosaic Company facilities and supporting infrastructure. Early assessments indicate phosphate production could be down by approximately 200,000-250,000 metric tons, split roughly evenly between …
Retailers “Moderately Optimistic” About Fall Fertilizer Sales
2022 has been a challenge for ag retailers and their customers due to supply shortages and high prices. Crop Life magazine says global uncertainty has affected key fertilizer sources like Russia, China, and Ukraine, adding even more stress to the marketplace last spring. Looking ahead to fall, the view of most ag retailers is mixed. Steven Page of EDC Ag …
Anuvia Showcases Bio-Based Fertilizer
By Clint Thompson A new bio-based fertilizer from Anuvia Plant Nutrients provides row-crop farmers with a more efficient nutrient application while feeding the soil. SymTRX™ was the focus of a field day hosted by Anuvia in Chula, Georgia on July 19. Anuvia specialists talked about its impact on cotton, corn and peanuts; three high value crops in the Southeast. “Because …
Removing Barriers to Meet Growing Demand for Food
The American Farm Bureau is calling on USDA to take steps to make sure American farmers continue to have access to crucial fertilizer supplies. The organization submitted comments on USDA’s “Request for Information on Access to Fertilizer.” AFBF says many factors are combining to create shortages and drive up fertilizer costs. AFBF President Zippy Duvall says America’s farmers are getting …
USDA Extends Comment Period on Fertilizer Supply Chain Issues
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Tuesday extended the comment deadline regarding its “Access to Fertilizer: Competition and Supply Chain Concerns” Federal Register notice. Published in the Federal Register in March, the previous deadlines for comments were May 16, and June 15, 2022. USDA extended the comment deadline another month to July 15, 2022. Andy Green, USDA’s Senior Advisor for …
USDA Looking for Ways to Improve the Fertilizer Situation for Farmers
The U.S, Department of Agriculture is looking at every option to help producers as they face limited supplies and very high prices for fertilizer. Gary Crawford has the story.
Farmer Feedback on Fertilizer Grant Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced it will support additional fertilizer production for American farmers to address the rising costs. $250 million will be made available through a new grant program to support independent, innovative and sustainable American fertilizer production. As Rod Bain reports, the Agriculture Secretary noted producer input will be important before announcing application details on the grant program.
USDA Announces Investment in American Made Fertilizer
Soaring fertilizer prices has many farmers concerned about the rising costs of production for many crops this year. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced last Friday it will support additional fertilizer production for American farmers to address the rising costs. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said $250 million will be made available through a new grant program this summer to …
$250 Million Investment to Support Innovative American-made Fertilizer
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing it will support additional fertilizer production for American farmers to address rising costs, including the impact of Putin’s price hike on farmers, and spur competition. USDA will make available $250 million through a new grant program this summer to support independent, innovative and sustainable American fertilizer production to supply American farmers. Additionally, …