Jed Bower, president of the National Corn Growers Association, said farmers are raising concerns over rising fertilizer costs during what could be one of the most expensive planting seasons on record. He said in an op-ed that actions by major fertilizer producers like The Mosaic Company and J.R. Simplot are key factors contributing to ongoing price pressures. In 2020, Mosaic, supported by Simplot, petitioned for tariffs on phosphate fertilizer imports from Morocco and Russia. Federal regulators approved the request, leading to reduced imports and a sharp increase in domestic prices. Phosphate fertilizers are essential for crop production, particularly for corn, and a limited supply has strained already tight farm budgets. Growers report billions in added costs since the tariffs took effect. “If action isn’t taken soon, the situation will only become more painful,” Bower said. The U.S. International Trade Commission is currently reviewing the tariffs, with farmers urging officials to lift restrictions and ease costs.
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