U.S. Senate panel to examine fertilizer costs, food prices
The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee will hold a hearing on Tuesday afternoon looking at disruptions in the fertilizer industry and the impact rising costs are having on American farmers and food prices. Senators will examine how global conflicts, supply chain disruptions, fuel prices, and drought conditions are impacting fertilizer supplies and agricultural production during the hearing, titled […]
Global Conflicts Give Rise to Looming Food Shortages
On May 12, the Senate Agriculture Committee is set to explore the reasons behind the global food crisis and will no doubt look for solutions. Senators will seek answers from these witnesses on what exactly is contributing to the looming food shortages around the globe. However, this crisis is not being driven by the actions of American […]
Applying ‘Peace Through Strength’ to Affordability: A Key to President Trump’s Wider Agenda
It’s a common rule in many households: don’t talk politics at the dinner table, especially in today’s political environment! That should not extend to a hard-nosed discussion rule about geopolitics. In fact, it might be the most important topic. Particularly when it comes to what American families are actually able to serve on that table […]
Conflicts In Far-Flung Hot Spots Are Driving Food Affordability Challenges
Recently, American families have been facing higher grocery and gas bills, prompting criticism of President Trump and his administration—with some going so far as to even cast blame on farmers, cattlemen, and fertilizer producers. The actual drivers of today’s affordability concerns, however, are foreign adversaries who stand to benefit if Americans lose faith in President […]