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Trump Administration Aims to Aid Farmers Amid Rising Fertilizer Costs

3/15/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump leads the Trump administration helping U.S. farmers facing higher fertilizer prices caused by the war.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said officials are pursuing measures to reduce costs as farmers prepare for planting season.
Rollins noted discussions with Congress about potential additional funding for farmers, but no major announcements have been made.
If Congress acts, the funding could help offset fertilizer costs ahead of the planting season.

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U.S. President Donald Trump leads the Trump administration helping U.S. farmers facing higher fertilizer prices caused by the war.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said officials are pursuing measures to reduce costs as farmers prepare for planting season.
Rollins noted discussions with Congress about potential additional funding for farmers, but no major announcements have been made.
If Congress acts, the funding could help offset fertilizer costs ahead of the planting season.