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U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tackles Rising Fertilizer Prices Amid Iran Conflict

4/23/2026

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U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced on April 22, 2025, that the Department is in daily talks with the White House and other agencies to address rising fertilizer prices.
The Iran conflict has reduced global fertilizer exports, with over 30% affected by the Strait of Hormuz closure.
Rollins said she is in contact with major fertilizer companies.
She said upcoming announcements will outline short- and long-term price-reduction strategies.

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U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced on April 22, 2025, that the Department is in daily talks with the White House and other agencies to address rising fertilizer prices.
The Iran conflict has reduced global fertilizer exports, with over 30% affected by the Strait of Hormuz closure.
Rollins said she is in contact with major fertilizer companies.
She said upcoming announcements will outline short- and long-term price-reduction strategies.