How a fertilizer shortage caused by the Iran war could affect U.S. food prices
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupted shipments of fertilizer and natural gas, a key component in fertilizer manufacturing. It's unlikely to cause major price hikes for U.S. grocery shoppers.
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupted shipments of fertilizer and natural gas, a key component in fertilizer manufacturing. It's unlikely to cause major price hikes for U.S. grocery shoppers.
This article was originally published at: https://www.npr.org/2026/07/03/nx-s1-5877344/fertilizer-s...