Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Declares an Emergency and Authorizes the Temporary Suspension of Certain Duties on Phosphate Fertilizer from Morocco
PROTECTING AMERICA’S FOOD SUPPLY:Today, President Donald J. Trump took action to safeguard America’s food supply and support domestic agricultural production by authorizing the temporary suspension of certain duties on phosphate fertilizer imported from Morocco, helping ensure an adequate supply of phosphate fertilizer for American Farmers.
SECURING FERTILIZER ACCESS FOR U.S. FARMERS:President Trump believes that American farmers must maintain reliable access to key fertilizers to mitigate significant risks to food production, safeguard national security, and ensure a stable domestic food supply.
PRIORITIZING AMERICA’S FARMERS AND FOOD SECURITY:President Trump continues to support American farmers and drive prices down for hardworking families.