TFI News

The Fertilizer Institute Expresses Support for the Confirmation of Stephen Censky as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture

July 14, 2017
Advocacy, Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON, July 14, 2017 — The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) President Chris Jahn today expressed its support for quick Senate action to confirm Stephen Censky, CEO of American Soybean Association (ASA), as the nation's next Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
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Statement by TFI President Chris Jahn on the suspension of the "Waters of the United States" rule

June 28, 2017
Energy & Environment, Stewardship, Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON, June 28, 2017 – “We applaud the Trump Administration for its decision to rescind and re-write the “Waters of the U.S,” (WOTUS) rule. This action gives the federal government time to shape a sustainable national water policy that protects the environment, facilitates economic development and contributes to society at large. 
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Farming Smarter Hinges on 4R Best Management Practices

June 22, 2017
Energy & Environment, Stewardship, Conference Recap, Events, Press Releases, TFI News
WASHINGTON, June 22, 2017 -- Preserving water quality while feeding another 2 billion people by 2050 is the challenge facing North America's farmers and its agricultural supply chain. The annual 4R Summit, sponsored by The Fertilizer Institute, was held in Minneapolis June 12 and 13 to share effective nutrient stewardship tenets and practices.
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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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