The Fertilizer Institute (TFI), along with a broad coalition of organizations supporting rail reform, submitted joint comments to the Surface Transportation Board (STB) in support of their proposal that allows for competitive switching along rail lines, opening up fair competition and lowering rates for shippers.

The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) will celebrate the first annual Global Fertilizer Day on October 13, 2016. The day recognizes the importance of fertilizer in meeting the challenges of global food security. TFI joins Fertilizers Europe, Fertilizer Canada, the International Fertilizer Association, and the International Plant Nutrition Institute in marking Global Fertilizer Day.

The Fertilizer Institute is accepting nominations for the 4R Advocate program until October 31.

Because food production depletes soil nutrient supplies, farmers rely on fertilizers to keep their soils productive. In this way, the fertilizer industry helps nourish soils that in turn, nourish people.

The fertilizer industry is a leader in developing, supporting and promoting agronomic research and outreach programs that help farmers, gardeners and homeowners understand the latest environmentally-friendly nutrient technology and management practices available.

Visit TFI’s educational resources section to learn about fertilizers from A (ammonia) to Z (zinc) and everything in between.

Get the latest news from TFI by visiting the media center.

In order to remain sustainable, fertilizer production and use must take place in the most environmentally sensitive manner possible. Learn more about the fertilizer industry's environmental stewardship efforts.

FERT Action is TFI's new resource to help members get involved in local and national public policy decisions.

ResponsibleAg is an independent, not-for-profit organization designed to support fertilizer retailers’ compliance with federal safety and security regulations.

Environmental concerns and increased food demand create agricultural challenges never seen before. 4R nutrient stewardship is helping ag professionals meet those challenges.