The Fertilizer Institute

Celebrate growers leading the way in nutrient stewardship! The 4R Advocate Program offers national recognition, industry exposure, and a voice in ag policy. Don’t miss this chance to highlight sustainability champions—nominate a grower today! ??? Applications close March 17. https://ow.ly/Q8jT50VhCOa

We're kicking off our new "Faces of the Industry" series with an interview featuring Rob Mikkelsen, a lifelong advocate for plant nutrition and sustainable agriculture. Whether he’s driving global innovation in fertilizer or advancing sustainable agriculture, Rob’s passion for feeding the world while protecting the planet is truly inspiring. Read more about his journey and insights here: https://lnkd.in/ebR-9tuq

A 3-year study found the best way to reduce nitrogen losses and improve corn yields: ? 63% less ammonia loss & 12–13% higher yields with double-slot UAN injection ?? 57–92% lower NH? loss & 43% lower N?O emissions with dual inhibitors ?? Without inhibitors, N?O emissions increased 2.6–3.1x Farmers win. The environment wins. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d5hbnjDF #SustainableAg #NitrogenManagement #ClimateSmartFarming #4RStewardship

Did you know phosphate and potash—essential for agriculture and food security—aren’t on the U.S. Critical Minerals List? Efforts are underway to change that, and for good reason. These minerals are non-renewable, geographically concentrated, and vital to national security. Adding them to the list would strengthen supply chains, reduce import dependency, and streamline domestic production. Learn why this matters: https://lnkd.in/eFyj-SWQ #FertilizerMatters #AgPolicy #FoodSecurity

From tariffs & trade to farm policy & ag innovation, TFI’s President & CEO breaks down the biggest issues shaping the fertilizer industry on The Dirt: an eKonomics podKast. Don’t miss this deep dive into what’s ahead for ag! ?? Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eRcGX8sx

A few of our team members, Melissa Bigge and Haley (Loy) Siergiej, visited AgroLiquid’s IQ Hub. This educational focused center has more than 19,000 students visit each year! From interactive displays on Squanto to a tractor simulator, students walk away with new knowledge on fertilizer and the ag industry’s importance.

?? Big news for farmers and the fertilizer industry! President Trump’s latest Executive Order ensures continued access to critical crop nutrients by lowering tariffs on key fertilizer imports. This move supports U.S. growers, strengthens rural economies, and helps keep food prices in check. Read TFI’s full statement here: https://lnkd.in/eMkAV4mp #AgPolicy

Nutrients for Life is the E in FERT Foundation and our purpose is educating youth on the importance of fertilizer. One way we do this is by informing and providing educators with the knowledge and resources they need to share within the classroom. We’re spending the next two days at the Michigan Science Teacher Association’s state conference!

TFI's 2025 Sustainability Report is live, highlighting how the fertilizer industry is making strides in energy efficiency, water stewardship, emissions reduction, and more! ???? This year's report features real-world examples of innovation and progress, showing how the industry is committed to sustainability while enhancing agricultural productivity. ?? Key Highlights: ?? 102.1 million GJ of waste heat captured ?? 161.6 billion gallons of water recycled ?? 10.5 million metric tons of CO2 equivalent captured ?? $1.26 billion invested annually in efficiency ?? Don't miss out—read the full report now: https://lnkd.in/eReHff5M

The Fertilizer Institute has actively engaged with the administration, congress, and our grower partners to advocate for tariff exemptions for fertilizers. An equally important part of the strategy is telling our story through the media. Mainstream news has featured the unique nature of the fertilizer supply chain and the impact to farmer input costs as spring planting begins. ABC: https://lnkd.in/eeJ9Dq4M Global News: https://lnkd.in/e9c6cRnH The National Post: https://lnkd.in/gP5ShM9c CBC: https://lnkd.in/eGMZnpy3 The Daily Scoop: https://lnkd.in/eRsxhM24 Successful Farming: https://lnkd.in/eWwUKg3P