Until the invasion of Ukraine, Russia was the world’s largest exporter of fertilizers. Under the grain deal, they were supposed to be shipped through a pipeline through Ukraine to the coast. But very few Russian chemicals are getting through. Levi Bridges reports that many food growers are now looking to new sources, with some moving to more environmentally friendly options.
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