The Fertilizer Institute has announced additions to its staff. Tom Lynch is the new head of government affairs. Previously, Lynch was vice presidentof congressional affairs for the American Short Line and Regional Railroads Association and general counsel for National Tank Truck Carriers. TFI Economist Dr. Harry Vroomen has retired after nearly 30 years with the organization. TFI Director of Market Intelligence Jason Troendle was promoted to the economist role. In addition, Dr. Leanna Nigon was named the director of agronomy. Nigon earned her M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota.

