Stewardship

WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 11, 2016 – The Fertilizer Institute is accepting nominations for the 4R Advocate program until October 31. The program recognizes agricultural retailers and agricultural producers that are leading the way when it comes to implementing 4R nutrient stewardship on the farm.

WASHINGTON, D.C., June 21, 2016 -- Successful nutrient management requires a systems approach based on the 4R principles. That was the message farmers, crop consultants, and other ag industry stakeholders received during The Fertilizer Institute's (TFI) 4R Summit in Indianapolis last week. The annual event provides an opportunity for participants to learn more about implementing effective stewardship practices across North America's growing regions.

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.

In a new study released today by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, farmers in the Western Lake Erie Basin (WLEB) have implemented at least one conservation practice on 99 percent of cropland acres. This is a step in the right direction for the health of the WLEB, which has been challenged in recent years.