Arlington, VA – Following the announcement by President Donald Trump to place a pause on tariffs for Canadian imports, including fertilizer that is essential to successful harvests and affordable food for American families, The Fertilizer Institute President and CEO Corey Rosenbusch released the following statement:
“The Fertilizer Institute welcomes the announcement from the Trump Administration to pause tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada. Open markets and fair competition are integral to the continued success of the US agricultural sector and vital for fertilizer markets to provide the crop nutrients necessary to feed a growing world. TFI remains committed to working with the Trump Administration on solutions that make possible bountiful harvests through profitable grower operations and the sustainable production and use of fertilizers.”
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The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) is the leading voice of the nation’s fertilizer industry. Tracing its roots back to 1883, TFI’s membership includes fertilizer producers, wholesalers, retailers and trading firms. TFI’s full-time staff, based in Washington, D.C., serves its members through legislative, educational, technical, economic information and public communication programs. Find more information about TFI online at TFI.org and follow us on Twitter at @Fertilizer_Inst.