President Trump Signs Executive Order to Protect Glyphosate & Phosphorus Supply
President Donald Trump signed an executive order invoking the Defense Production Act to designate glyphosate-based herbicides and elemental phosphorus as critical to national defense and U.S. agriculture. The order directs USDA to prioritize and support domestic production and supply of these essential crop inputs, aiming to strengthen supply chain reliability and ensure continued availability for U.S. farmers. For IFCA members, the action underscores the importance of maintaining stable access to key crop protection products and fertilizer materials that are foundational to crop production and food security.
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