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Press Releases

TFI's President Chris Jahn Encouraged by U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement Signing and Recent Trade Talks with China

December 6, 2018
Economy, Advocacy, Political News & Briefings, Press Releases, TFI News
“On behalf of the fertilizer industry, I extend thanks to President Trump and his team of negotiators for supporting the fertilizer industry and its farmer customers by pursuing a level playing field in North American markets,” said Jahn.
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Micronutrient Manufacturers Association Joins Forces with The Fertilizer Institute 

November 28, 2018
Press Releases, TFI News, The Feed
The Micronutrient Manufacturers Association (MMA) announced plans to enter into a partnership with The Fertilizer Institute (TFI).  Under the partnership agreement, members of the MMA will become TFI members effective January 1, 2019.  The MMA will continue to operate as a committee within TFI with regularly scheduled meetings.   
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TFI Pledges to Work with the New Congress

November 8, 2018
Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) President and CEO Chris Jahn released the following statement on the midterm elections: “TFI congratulates those candidates who won their election to the 116th Congress and looks forward to working with all members of Congress during the next session.
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TFI to Celebrate Global Fertilizer Day on October 13

October 9, 2018
Advocacy, Stewardship, Events, Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON, Oct. 9, 2018 – The Fertilizer Institute will celebrate Global Fertilizer Day on October 13 by championing the men and women who work in the fertilizer industry to ensure the nation’s farmers can continue feeding the globe.
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TFI Urges Action on Algal Bloom Legislation

September 26, 2018
Energy & Environment, Press Releases
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2018 – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) President and CEO Chris Jahn today urged the leaders of the U.S. House of Representatives to take action on legislation to fund research around harmful algal blooms (HABs).
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4R Research Fund Announces Requests for Preproposals

September 4, 2018
Stewardship, Press Releases, Research, TFI News
WASHINGTON, Sept. 4, 2018 – The 4R Nutrient Stewardship Research Fund has released a request for preproposals to conduct field research and demonstration projects that evaluate and promote the economic, social, and environmental outcomes of 4R Nutrient Stewardship. The 4R Nutrient Stewardship concept consists of using the right source of fertilizer, at the right rate, at the right time, and in the right place.
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The Fertilizer Institute Now Accepting 4R Advocate Nominations

August 1, 2018
Stewardship, Press Releases
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1, 2018 – Farmers across the United States, working closely with their fertilizer retailer partners, are working to implement fertilizer best management practices, known as 4R Nutrient Stewardship, to improve economic return and decrease environmental impact. The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) is now accepting nominations for the 2019 4R Advocate program to recognize these farmers and retailers for their commitment to nutrient stewardship. 
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Former TFI President Ford West Inducted into Fertilizer Hall of Fame

July 19, 2018
Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON, July 29, 2018 - Ford B. West, former president of The Fertilizer Institute (TFI), was inducted into the Fertilizer Hall of Fame at the 2018 Southwestern Fertilizer Conference (SWFC) in San Antonio, Texas. The presentation, which was held on July 17, honored West for his many contributions to the fertilizer industry over his 37-year career at The Fertilizer Institute (TFI).
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TFI Lauds Senate Passage of 2018 Farm Bill

June 28, 2018
Energy & Environment, Stewardship, Press Releases
WASHINGTON – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) commends members of the U.S. Senate for acting in bi-partisan fashion today to approve S. 3042, the “Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018.” TFI extends its thanks to Chairman Pat Roberts (R-KS) and Ranking Member Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) for working collaboratively in support of farmers and rural economies across America. 
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Importance of 4R Nutrient Stewardship Recognized in Senate’s Farm Bill

June 14, 2018
Press Releases, TFI News
DES MOINES – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) commends Chairman Pat Roberts (R-KS) and Ranking Member Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) for working in a bipartisan fashion to move S. 3042 the “Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018” out of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry.  
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