April 15, 2026

WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minnesota) introduced the Homegrown Fertilizer Act, bipartisan legislation to strengthen America’s domestic fertilizer supply chain, expand innovation in alternative crop inputs, and provide relief to farmers facing rising input costs.

The legislation prioritizes investments in small and mid-sized domestic fertilizer producers, encourages innovation in the next-generation nutrient alternatives, and increases competition to help lower costs for farmers across the country.

“Kansas farmers deserve a competitive, diverse fertilizer marketplace that doesn’t leave them at the mercy of price spikes and supply disruptions,” said Senator Marshall. “This bipartisan bill invests in American manufacturing, supports innovation in agricultural inputs, and puts more options in farmers’ hands going into the spring growing season. I’m proud to lead this effort alongside Senator Klobuchar and look forward to working with our manufacturing and agriculture retailer communities to get it done.”

“Investing in our domestic fertilizer supply is good for farmers and good for our national security. For too long, significant imports of fertilizer have meant farmers are impacted by shocks to the global supply chain. Farmers deserve reliable supply chains and increased domestic options in the fertilizer market so they can make informed decisions. This bipartisan bill will help stabilize fertilizer pricing, reduce supply disruptions, and ensure farmers can access affordable fertilizer to keep feeding and fueling the world,” said Senator Klobuchar.

This legislation will strengthen America’s fertilizer supply chain by establishing a grant and loan program to boost domestic production and support small and mid-sized fertilizer producers. It will drive innovation in next-generation crop inputs, including plant biostimulants and alternative nutrients, while increasing competition in the marketplace.

 By expanding farmer choice and reducing reliance on a concentrated set of suppliers, this bill will help lower input costs, reduce price volatility, and ensure U.S. agriculture remains competitive for the long term.