Trump Administration Announces Over $1.3 Billion Investment in U.S. Fertilizer Manufacturing to Boost National Security and Aid Farmers

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the selection of eight fertilizer manufacturing projects to receive funding through the Fertilizer Investment & Expansion for Long-Term Domestic Supply (FIELDS) Program. This initiative, totaling over $1.34 billion in proposed investment with approximately $573 million in USDA funding, aims to strengthen domestic fertilizer production, reduce reliance on foreign suppliers, and ensure long-term availability for American farmers, enhancing both farm and national security.