Stewardship

WASHINGTON, D.C., (October 22, 2014) – Alan Jones and his crew run a farming operation that includes more than 3,600 acres of crops and even more where he runs cattle. Keeping the soil healthy ensures that high-quality potatoes, green beans and citrus continue to be part of our food supply.

Safety is a top priority for us and our partners in the fertilizer industry. Following the 2013 tragedy of the West, Texas fertilizer retail facility explosion, we’ve made great strides to ensure fertilizer products are stored and transported safely and securely. Over the past year, we’ve implemented some new initiatives to further demonstrate the industry’s commitment to safety and security, as well as the safety of fertilizer employees at every stage of the supply chain.

Farms and agribusinesses are doing their part to improve water quality in Western Lake Erie by using the right fertilizer source at the right rate, the right time and in the right place.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The 4R Research Fund today announced it has awarded $273,500 in grants for five research proposals aimed at identifying the current state of knowledge and existing research gaps regarding fertilizer best management practices.