fertilizer

The U.S. imports about a third of its fertilizer.

Farmers have had to adjust to rising prices and shipping disruptions from the Strait of Hormuz’ closure, on top of existing economic strains like tariffs.

Iowa corn and soybean farmer April Hemmes said her fertilizer costs are up about 30% and are predicted to rise again next year.

A growing number of farmers can’t afford to plant their crops this year. It’s because of rising costs for diesel, fertilizer, and equipment parts — coupled with low crop prices.

Farmers across the U.S. are entering planting season with uncertainty as the war in the Middle East drives up fertilizer and diesel prices.

Crude oil, fertilizer, and diesel prices are up. These increases due to the war in the Middle East are putting pressure on farmers, while the oil industry is poised to benefit.

In many countries, including Egypt, staples like bread have become much more expensive and harder to come by.

Inflation is driving up the cost of things like fertilizer, which drives up the cost of growing hay and feeding horses.

Restrictions on exports like fertilizer and steel have major economic ramifications for trading partners.

A big reason fertilizer is through the roof? Still-climbing natural gas prices.