More Domestic Fertilizer Projects Funded

USDA has awarded $83 million through its Fertilizer Production Expansion Program for projects in 12 states, including North Dakota and Minnesota. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said these grants will help increase domestic fertilizer production and strengthen the supply chain. Sustane Natural Fertilizer of Cannon Falls, Minnesota will receive $2.4 million to expand a current facility. There’s also $1.5 million for Ray Farmers Union Elevator Company to expand its dry fertilizer capacity. To date, USDA has invested $251 million in 29 states for this domestic fertilizer program.