Ernst Seeks Clarity and Certainty on Fertilizer Prices for Iowa Farmers

U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) is joining U.S. Senators Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), and Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) in introducing bipartisan legislation to shine a light on market factors driving the high cost of fertilizer, a major expense for farmers. The Fertilizer Research Act would require the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to conduct a study on competition and trends in the fertilizer market and their subsequent impacts on price.

“Fertilizer is an essential tool our farmers rely on to maintain healthy soil and improve crop yields,” said Senator Ernst. “I’m working hard to drive down fertilizer costs and make life more affordable for both farmers and consumers. By gaining a better understanding of the fertilizer industry, this research will provide the foundational knowledge needed to give farmers much needed clarity and certainty as harvest approaches.”