Phosphate is mainly used in the form of fertilizer for crops and animal feed supplements. Only 5 percent of world phosphate production is used for other applications, such as corrosion prevention and ...

The demand for fertilizer increased from 20 million tons in 1950 to 190 million tons in 2019. A handful of recent events have impacted the manufacturing and shipment of fertilizer, most notably high ...

USDA unveiled additional plans to help boost domestic fertilizer production including $500 million in grants. In an announcement Monday, the plan aims to bring more of the critical input sourcing ...

One segment of biological products presents a specific opportunity for ag retailers. Several companies have introduced biological technology formulated to blend with a traditional dry bulk fertilizer.