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Global Food Security - A Looming Challenge the Public Often Forgets

October 28, 2011 Energy & Environment, Stewardship, The Feed

This month the world will have its 7 billionth person born. People’s diets are moving in a direction that requires more resources to produce food. By 2050, the world is projected to have 9 billion people. Meeting the needs to feed all of these people will no doubt be a challenge, but one the public often forgets.

Why Does the Fertilizer Industry Need a Lobbyist?

October 18, 2011 Advocacy, Advocacy Updates, The Feed

My guest at a recent dinner party asked me "why does the fertilizer industry need a lobbyist?" As a lobbyist with 30 years of experience proudly representing a business that is responsible for between 40 and 60 percent of world food production, I have more than a few answers to that question.

A Boost for 4R Nutrient Stewardship

October 7, 2011 Stewardship, Events, The Feed

I was pleased to hear from John Oster of The Morrall Companies today. Morrall held its first retail personnel training session yesterday for about 24 employees, including all of our custom operators. The group included virtually all of Morrall’s people who interact directly with the company’s grower customers.

Perspective on Regulations Impacting U.S. Fertilizer Retailers

September 21, 2011 Economy, Advocacy, Events, The Feed

Much policy discussion today centers on regulatory overreach and the economic impact of such action and we have even seen the current Administration roll back implementation of some major environmental rules – presumably due to their impact on the economic well-being of the regulated entity.

Embracing the 4Rs

September 20, 2011 Energy & Environment, Stewardship, The Feed

There is an increasing focus on fertilizers as a problem for the environment, not a solution to meeting the food needs of a growing population. While there is not a one size fits all answer, we know that mandatory rate reductions and input limits are not an environmental, economic or socially beneficial answer either.

Is there a "Green Gap?"

September 20, 2011 Energy & Environment, Stewardship, The Feed

Being on the earth’s bandwagon isn’t a bad thing and here in the Nation’s capitol and the surrounding wealthy suburbs it’s not difficult to find an eco-label on most any food or household item. From sustainable detergents to organic cheerios and organic cotton sheets, the market is flooded with eco-products.

Since when did "Agriculture" become a dirty word?

September 20, 2011 Energy & Environment, Advocacy, The Feed

The twenty plus years I have spent in the fertilizer industry and thus in the agriculture community have flown by – in large part because I believe the role we play in improving peoples’ lives is undeniable.

Taking Some Pressure off Growers this Planting Season

September 12, 2011 Economy, Stewardship, The Feed

This National Association of Farm Broadcaster’s interview with TFI President Ford B. West emphasizes the benefits that fertilizer retailers provide to the agricultural community. Specifically, the interview discusses how local retailers are helping growers deal with the challenges facing them this spring planting season, including weather and the economy.

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