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Senate Agriculture Committee to probe fertilizer costs and food prices

The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee will hold a hearing Tuesday afternoon to examine disruptions in the fertilizer industry and the effects of rising fertilizer costs on American farmers and food prices.

Published May 11, 2026, 8:35 AM EDT | WFMZZ

The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee will convene Tuesday afternoon to investigate supply disruptions in the fertilizer industry. Lawmakers will assess how rising fertilizer costs are affecting farm budgets and contributing to higher food prices for consumers.