TFI News

Statement by TFI on the Senate Ag Committee Hearing on Research in the Next Farm Bill

June 15, 2017
Stewardship, Press Releases, Research, TFI News
WASHINGTON, June 15, 2017 - The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) President Chris Jahn issued the following statement following today’s hearing in the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry which examined agriculture research priorities in the next Farm Bill.
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TFI Expresses Support for Proposed Risk Management Program Extension

May 19, 2017
Economy, Energy & Environment, Press Releases, Safety & Security, TFI News
WASHINGTON – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) filed comments today expressing support for the Environmental Protection Age
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New Action Plan Will Advance Knowledge of Nutrient Stewardship for Soil Health

May 18, 2017
Stewardship, Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) today praised the Soil Health Institute for developing a comprehensive plan to protect and enhance the nation’s soil resources. “Enriching Soil, Enhancing Life, an Action Plan for Soil Health” provides a roadmap for safeguarding and enhancing the vitality and productivity of soil.
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TFI Urges the Senate to Support the Regulatory Accountability Act

May 17, 2017
Advocacy, Advocacy Updates, Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON, May 17, 2017 – The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) congratulates the U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs for passing the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017 (RAA), which would ensure a transparent, accountable, and common sense regulatory process. The Senate Committee passed the bill today, which now moves to the full Senate for a vote.
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Statement by TFI on the Confirmation of Alex Acosta as Secretary of Labor

April 28, 2017
Advocacy, Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON, April 28, 2017 — The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) President Chris Jahn issued the following statement on the Senate’s confirmation of Alex Acosta as Secretary of Labor. “TFI commends the Senate for its vote to confirm Alex Acosta as Secretary of Labor. Mr. Acosta’s distinguished service and proven leadership in both the public and private sectors make him genuinely qualified for this important position.
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Statement by The Fertilizer Institute President Chris Jahn on the Confirmation of Former Gov. Sonny Perdue as Secretary of Agriculture

April 24, 2017
Advocacy, Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON, April 24, 2017 — The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) President Chris Jahn today issued the following statement commending the U.S. Senate for their confirmation of former Georgia Gov. Sonny Perdue as the nation’s next Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
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Registration Now Open for the 2017 4R Summit

April 3, 2017
Energy & Environment, Stewardship, Conferences, Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON, April 3, 2017 – Registration is now open for the 2017 4R Summit, which will be held in Minneapolis June 12-13. The Summit provides opportunities for those interested in nutrient management and stewardship to learn more about the 4R Nutrient Stewardship program and hear how stakeholders across the country are implementing the 4R principles.
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5 Reasons Why Regulatory Reform Makes Sense

March 30, 2017
Advocacy, Advocacy Updates, TFI News, The Feed
Since President Trump’s Inauguration on January 20, 2017, regulatory reform has been the talk of the town inside the D.C. beltway. The gulf between those on opposite sides of the issue is pretty wide, but TFI believes reform is necessary to improve efficiencies of both government and business without compromising environmental protections, health, safety and security, and other regulations. Here are TFI’s top 5 reason why we believe regulatory reform makes sense:  
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Statement of the Fertilizer Institute President Chris Jahn in Support of the Confirmation of Sonny Perdue as the Nation's Next Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

March 23, 2017
Economy, Stewardship, Press Releases, Research, TFI News
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) President Chris Jahn today expressed its support for quick Senate action to confirm Sonny Perdue as the nation's next Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
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TFI Statement on Court Dismissal of Des Moines Water Works Lawsuit

March 20, 2017
Stewardship, Press Releases, Research, TFI News
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) released the following statement from President, Chris Jahn on the March 17, 2017, federal court dismissal of a legal challenge by the Des Moines Water Works (DMWW) against 10 drainage districts in northwestern Iowa. The lawsuit sought to hold the districts responsible for excess nitrates in downstream waters.
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