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Fertilizer Shortage Affects U.S. Food Prices
A shortage of fertilizer, caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, is expected to have a limited impact on U.S. grocery prices.
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NPR
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.
2026-07-03 09:00 UTC