Feenstra, Johnson Introduce Legislation to Ensure Transparency for Fertilizer Prices

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) joined Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) to introduce the Fertilizer Transparency Act of 2026, legislation aimed at providing American producers with timely, transparent, and accurate information on fertilizer prices amid rising input costs.

The bill would require the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to collect and publish weekly data on fertilizer and fertilizer product prices directly from manufacturers. Currently, the USDA relies on an annual, voluntary survey that captures the prices paid by producers, limiting the availability of real-time market insights.

Companion legislation in the U.S. Senate has been introduced by Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and Chuck Grassley (R-IA).

“As our farmers and producers continue to face rising input and fertilizer costs, ensuring transparency and fairness in the marketplace is more important than ever,” said Rep. Feenstra. “Representing one of the largest agricultural districts in the country, I am proud to help lead this legislation to empower producers with clearer, more timely pricing information—so they can plan ahead, stay competitive, and succeed in both the domestic and global marketplace.”

“On top of market uncertainty, low commodity prices, and severe weather, high input costs have increased the financial strain for our producers,” said Rep. Johnson. “The Fertilizer Transparency Act would alleviate some of the uncertainty that producers face every day and help them plan best for the seasons ahead.”

Rep. Feenstra has been a strong advocate for improving transparency and promoting fair pricing in fertilizer markets. He previously helped lead the Fertilizer Research Act, bipartisan legislation directing the USDA to conduct a comprehensive study on competition, market trends, and pricing dynamics within the fertilizer industry.

The full bill text is available HERE.

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