A FIELDS-Level Announcement

Idaho Ag Today
News from the fields. USDA's Fertilizer Investment and Expansion for long term domestic supply program.

Is Potash from Russia Feasible?, ICE Raids Golden Triangle

Line on Agriculture
The Trump administration is considering increased potash imports from Belarus. Ag Fertilizer expert does not believe this is feasible for US growers.

Golden Triangle ICE raid disrupts cattle processing.

Russia Potash for U.S.?, Lubricant from Soybeans

Line on Agriculture
The U.S. is exploring a deal to buy Belarusian potash at prices below Canadian supplies.

New product testing for a soybean-based No. 2 grease (about 3,000 lbs produced) with farmers this fall

GFB's Ag In Classroom Program and Farm Bill Lacks Prop 12 Fix

The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Farm Bureau’s Ag in the Classroom program has awarded $500 grants to 10 elementary school teachers, and the National Pork Producers Council welcomed progress on the farm bill, but said lawmakers must address California’s Proposition 12.

Winegrape Heat Challenges and Farm Bill Lacks Prop 12 Fix

The Agribusiness Update
Winegrape growers facing a hotter and more volatile climate may have several ways to protect the value of their vineyards, and the National Pork Producers Council welcomed progress on the farm bill, but said lawmakers must address California’s Proposition 12.

Potash disaster

Idaho Ag Today
For decades, governments have focused on energy security. Increasingly, they're being forced to confront something even more fundamental: food security.

More affordable fertilizer

Idaho Ag Today
President Donald J. Trump signed a proclamation temporarily suspending countervailing duties (CVDs) on certain phosphate fertilizer imports.

USDA Announces an All-Government Approach to Help Handle Fertilizer Issues

Line on Agriculture
The USDA is addressing rising fertilizer prices, which are particularly problematic for farmers as planting season begins. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins outlines a multi-faceted government effort to increase production and stabilize supply.

Potash is Critical

Farm of the Future
Brazil Potash is developing significantly more mining capacity for potash in the South American country. Why is this good for farmers?

Potash and Geopolitics

Farm of the Future
Brazil Potash is developing significantly more mining capacity for potash in the South American country.

The Global Supply of Potash Is Highly Concentrated

Farm of the Future
Domestic farmers are reliant on trade relationships and foreign suppliers of critical ag inputs like potash.

Fertilizer Prices Rise Again, Squeezing Farm Margins

California Ag Today
American Farm Bureau’s Market Intel says costs are climbing into 2026, leaving row crop producers with thinner margins.

Volatile Fertilizer Markets Challenge 2026 Farm Budgets

Southeast Regional Ag News
Market Intel from the American Farm Bureau warns of higher costs and tighter row crop margins heading into next year.

The Current Potash Story

Line on Agriculture
Canada supplies most of the domestic potash, and with the tariff situation, there could be some changes in prices and suppliers. As of right now there is not a tariff on Russian potash imports into the US.

New Fee on Ocean Carriers from China and EU Delays Retaliatory Tariffs

The Agribusiness Update
A proposal from the U.S. Trade Representative to impose new fees on ocean carriers with ties to China could take a major toll on U.S. farmers and ranchers, and the European Union delayed its first round of retaliatory tariffs until mid-April.

Potash for quaggas

Idaho Ag Today
Snake River Quagga Mussel Update

Idaho State Department of Agriculture

Fertilizer Preparations for Next Year

Line on Agriculture
Market analyst advises farmers to prepare for disrupted fertilizer markets.

Colorado River Water Cuts and Right to Repair Facilitation

The Agribusiness Update
California has agreed to make long-term cuts to the amount of water the state uses from the Colorado River, and the Justice Department and FTC submitted favorable comments advocating for regulations that would facilitate the right to repair.

Florida Farmworkers Dehydrated and Right to Repair Facilitation

The Agribusiness Update
Nearly all farm workers in a recent Florida study were dehydrated at the end of their shifts, and the Justice Department and FTC submitted favorable comments advocating for regulations that would facilitate the right to repair.

Fertilizer on the Critical Minerals List

Line on Agriculture
President and CEO of the Fertilizer Institute, Corey Rosenbush