Davids, Sorensen Introduce Bipartisan Homegrown Fertilizer Act to Lower Costs for Farmers

WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. Sharice Davids (KS-03), along with Reps. Eric Sorensen (IL-17), Ashley Hinson (IA-02), Ranking Member Angie Craig (MN-02), Tracy Mann (KS-01), Nikki Budzinski (IL-13), and Mike Bost (IL-12) introduced the bipartisan Homegrown Fertilizer Act to boost domestic fertilizer production and storage, lower costs for farmers, and reduce reliance on unstable global supply chains.

The bill would provide grants and low-interest loans through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to expand fertilizer production and improve storage capacity here at home—helping make sure farmers have reliable, affordable access to the inputs they need.

This legislation is led in the Senate by U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Roger Marshall (R-KS).

“Farmers in Kansas and across the country are getting squeezed by high input costs, and fertilizer is a big part of that. This new bill invests in more domestic manufacturing and storage, so producers aren’t at the mercy of supply disruptions caused by chaotic policy decisions. By boosting competition and supporting innovative, lower-cost alternatives, we can bring down fertilizer prices, help farmers keep their operations running strong, and ultimately lower grocery costs for families at the checkout line,” said Representative Davids.

“Our farmers are already dealing with tight margins and unpredictable markets—and global conflicts are only making things worse,” said Congressman Eric Sorensen. “When fuel and fertilizer prices spike, it hits our farmers first. This bill is about cutting through those challenges by investing in American production, lowering costs, and giving farmers more certainty so they can keep doing what they do best.”

“American farmers are struggling, and we should be using every option available to increase competition and grow our domestic supply of inputs like fertilizer. That’s why I’ve helped introduce this bipartisan bill that will help lower costs, shore up our supply chains, and break the stranglehold a handful of companies have over the fertilizer market. I will not stop fighting until Iowa farmers get the relief and transparency they deserve,” said Congresswoman Ashley Hinson.

“Trump’s war with Iran has thrown fertilizer markets and supply chains into disarray at a time when farmers are already paying higher prices due to inflationary tariffs. I am proud to support the Homegrown Fertilizer Act to support a steady, reliable supply of the fertilizer American farmers need to feed our communities and the world,” said Congresswoman Angie Craig.

"Right now, farmers in Illinois are waking up wondering how they’ll keep up with rapidly rising fertilizer costs. It’s time to put control back where it belongs — in their hands and here at home. This legislation will strengthen domestic fertilizer production, bring down costs, and ensure our farmers’ success isn’t tied to forces beyond our borders," said Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski.

"I’m proud to co-lead the Homegrown Fertilizer Act, which cuts red tape for small and mid-sized fertilizer producers and expands USDA access to loans and grants to grow domestic production and storage. This means more competition, more supply, and more fertilizer made here in the United States for our farmers," said Congressman Mike Bost.