Media Contacts

Kathy Mathers

Vice President, Public Affairs

[email protected]

 

Chris Glen 

Director, Political Communication

[email protected]

Press Releases

Statement of Support for ResponsibleAg

May 11, 2016
Stewardship, Press Releases, TFI News
The Fertilizer industry places a priority on the safe storage, handling, and transportation of plant nutrients. The Fertilizer Institute and the Agricultural Retailers Association have formed ResponsibleAg to support federal regulatory compliance by all agricultural retailers.
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Registration Open for The Fertilizer Institute’s Annual 4R Summit in Indianapolis

April 29, 2016
Stewardship, Conferences, Press Releases
WASHINGTON, April 29, 2016 – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) today announced it is hosting the annual 4R Summit, which will be held June 14-15, 2016, in Indianapolis, Ind.
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First of its Kind Economic Report Shows Fertilizer Industry Supports Nearly Half a Million U.S. Jobs

March 28, 2016
Economy, Advocacy, Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Fertilizers are well known for their contribution to the world’s food supply, but until now, the economic value and jobs provided by the fertilizer industry have not been known. The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) is proud to announce the release of a first of its kind economic impact study that quantifies the fertilizer industry’s contribution to the U.S. economy and at the state and congressional district levels.
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Fertilizer Industry Honors Farmers and Retailers Who Excel in Nutrient Stewardship Practices

March 8, 2016
Energy & Environment, Stewardship, Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) honored five American farmers and their fertilizer retail partners last week at the 2016 Commodity Classic in New Orleans, La. These 2016 4R Grower Advocates are dedicated to the 4Rs of nutrient stewardship: using the right nutrient source at the right rate, the right time, and in the right place. These practices help increase yields, improve soils, and enhance ecosystems.
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TFI Adds Staff Members to Public Affairs Team

March 8, 2016
Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) announced today two new hires to the public affairs staff who will be instrumental in communicating the work of TFI to the fertilizer industry, stakeholders, and policymakers across the country. Jennifer Martin was named Director of Public Relations and Marketing, and Mike Pepe was named Senior Manager of Public Affairs.
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TFI Elects 2016 Board of Directors

February 26, 2016
Press Releases, TFI News
Orlando, Fla. - The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) today announced the election of its 2016 Board of Directors. The election took place during a vote of the membership during TFI’s Annual Meeting. Garrett Lofto President of Simplot’s AgriBusiness Division serves as TFI’s Chairman and Chuck Magro President and CEO of Agrium serves as Vice Chairman.
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Statement Regarding U.S. Chemical Safety Board’s Draft Report On the West Fertilizer Company Fire and Explosion

January 27, 2016
Press Releases, Safety & Security
Given ongoing litigation surrounding the West Fertilizer Company fire and explosion, The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) is unable to comment on the specific recommendations contained in the Chemical Safety Board's (CSB) report. 
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The Fertilizer Institute Hails House Passage of Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act

December 10, 2015
Economy, Transportation, Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) commended members of the United States House of Representatives for passage today of the Surface Transportation Board (STB) Reauthorization Act of 2015 (S. 808).  S. 808 will promote greater competition between railroads and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Surface Transportation Board (STB). The bill now goes to the White House, and is expected to be signed into law.
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TFI Commends Senate Approval of Rail PTC Deadline Extension, Urges President Obama to Sign Bill into Law

October 28, 2015
Advocacy Updates, Transportation, Press Releases
Washington, D.C. – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) commended members of the U.S. Senate for today’s unanimous vote for The Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2015 (H.R. 3819). The same legislation was passed yesterday by the House and extends the December 31, 2015, deadline for implementation of Positive Train Control (PTC) on our nation’s rail system until December of 2018.  
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TFI Hails House Approval of Rail PTC Deadline Extension, Urges Senate to Pass Companion Legislation

October 28, 2015
Transportation, Press Releases
Washington, D.C. – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) lauded members of the U.S. House of Representatives for today’s passage of  The Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2015 (H.R. 3819), legislation to extend the deadline for implementation of Positive Train Control (PTC) on our nation’s rail system. The bill extends the December 31, 2015, deadline for the railroads to implement PTC until December of 2018.  The Senate must now approve a PTC extension by Oct.
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