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NAWG Applauds Decision to Add Potash and Phosphate to the Critical Mineral List

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Elizabeth Rivera | 202-547-7800 | erivera@wheatworld.org

NAWG Applauds Decision to Add Potash and Phosphate to the Critical Mineral List

Washington, D.C. (November 6, 2025) – The National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) commends the U.S. Department of the Interior for its decision to include potash and phosphate on the nation’s updated list of critical minerals. These minerals are vital components of fertilizer and play a central role in ensuring productive, sustainable wheat production across the United States.

“NAWG applauds the decision to recognize potash and phosphate as critical minerals,” said Sam Kieffer, NAWG CEO. “These inputs are essential for maintaining stable, profitable U.S. wheat production. This is a big win for America’s wheat growers. Ensuring access to domestic supply of fertilizer feedstocks is important not only for farmers, but for the resilience and security of our entire food system. This designation represents an important step toward strengthening domestic supply chains, reducing reliance on foreign sources, and supporting the long-term sustainability of U.S. agriculture.”

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About NAWG

NAWG is the primary policy representative in Washington D.C. for wheat growers, working to ensure a better future for America’s growers, the industry and the general public. NAWG works with a team of 20 state wheat grower organizations to benefit the wheat industry at the national level. From their offices on Capitol Hill, NAWG’s staff members are in constant contact with state association representatives, NAWG grower leaders, Members of Congress, Congressional staff members, Administration officials and the public.