Conflict in Iran mean fertilizer prices are rising here at home - just as spring planting begins

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Farmers are facing soaring fertilizer prices and possible shortages just as spring planting gets underway, after the war in Iran disrupted supplies moving through the Strait of Hormuz. Prices are up more than 30 per cent and some retailers are already running out, raising concerns this could hurt crop yields — and eventually food prices — if fertilizer doesn’t arrive in time. To break down what this means for Saskatchewan’s farming sector, we’re joined by Shaun Haney, founder and CEO of RealAgriculture.
24 Mar 1PM English Canada News Commentary

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