Stewardship

Fertilizer Industry Associations to Bolster Scientific Research Capabilities by Absorbing the International Plant Nutrition Institute

December 17, 2018
Energy & Environment, Stewardship, Press Releases, Research, Technology, TFI News, The Feed
WASHINGTON, Dec. 14, 2018 - The members and the Board of Directors of the International Plant Nutrition Institute (IPNI) voted this week to undertake a major organizational restructure which will include the transfer of key scientific assets and programs to The Fertilizer Institute (TFI), Fertilizer Canada and the International Fertilizer Association (IFA).
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TFI: Nutrient Stewardship Support is an Overlooked Highlight of Farm Bill

December 12, 2018
Energy & Environment, Advocacy, Stewardship, Political News & Briefings, Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) President & CEO Chris Jahn today applauded passage of the bi-partisan farm bill by the House and Senate and urged President Trump to act quickly to sign it into law.
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TFI Supports New WOTUS Definition that Brings Clarity to National Water Policy

December 12, 2018
Energy & Environment, Advocacy, Stewardship, Political News & Briefings, Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) President and CEO Chris Jahn issued the following statement regarding the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of the Army newly proposed definition of Waters of the United States (WOTUS).
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2019 4R Advocates Showcase On-Farm Implementation of Nutrient Stewardship Practices

December 11, 2018
Advocacy, Stewardship, Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON, Dec. 12, 2018 – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) today named five farmer and retailer pairs as 4R Advocates. These duos have demonstrated implementation of innovative and sustainable 4R fertilizer management practices on the farm to increase agriculture production while reducing environmental impact.
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TFI Applauds 2018 Farm Bill Conference Report and Urges Swift Passage

December 11, 2018
Advocacy, Stewardship, Political News & Briefings, Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON, Dec. 4, 2018 – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) President and CEO Chris Jahn today lauded the 2018 Farm Bill Conference Committee Report and urged the House and Senate to act quickly to pass it.  
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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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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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Join TFI at a 4R Technology Review Field Day Near You!

July 12, 2018
Stewardship, Events, The Feed
If there is such a thing as a typical year in the agricultural industry it would run on cycles, pre-planting, planting, pre-harvest and harvest. Each cycle requires meticulous planning and many times this can include nutrient management planning. I am a firm believer that any nutrient management decision should include a “4R” decision by default. When someone makes a nutrient management decision while focusing on an overall 4R strategy, I believe they will be more successful all around. 
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4R Summit Top 10

June 29, 2018
Stewardship, Conference Recap, Events, TFI News, The Feed
The 2018 4R Summit was held in Des Moines in June 2018. With more than 40 speakers, there was a lot of information to take in. However, there were some themes that emerged. Here are our top 10 takeaways:
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