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flag A Middle East conflict closed the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global fertilizer shipments and threatening U.S. farm production.

flag A conflict in the Middle East has closed the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global fertilizer shipments and driving up prices. flag The chokepoint handles a major share of the world’s urea, ammonia, and sulfur exports, critical for agriculture. flag U.S. farmers, who import 97% of their potassium and rely on global supply chains, face higher costs and potential shortages during the spring planting season. flag Prices for key fertilizers have surged, threatening crop yields and food security worldwide. flag Experts warn of reduced fertilizer use, lower harvests, and rising food prices, with vulnerable nations especially at risk.

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