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News in English (USA) / 30.06.2026 / 17:00

Trump Suspends Duties on Moroccan Phosphate Fertilizer to Support Farmers Amid Supply Emergency

In a significant move to provide economic relief to farmers, President Trump has declared a food supply emergency and suspended tariffs on phosphate fertilizer imports from Morocco. The decision comes as traditional fertilizer supplies from the Middle East have stalled, prompting the U.S. to rely on Moroccan phosphate to fill the gap. Various agricultural groups have applauded this initiative, highlighting its potential to ease fertilizer costs for American farmers. As the White House implements this temporary suspension of duties, it aims to strengthen the fertilizer supply chain and alleviate pressure on the agricultural sector facing rising input costs.
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