TFI Releases Sustainability Report Showcasing Industry Progress

The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) today released its latest sustainability report, highlighting continued progress in key areas such as workforce safety, energy efficiency, environmental impact, and industry innovation. The data underscores the industry’s commitment to sustainable practices that drive both productivity and environmental stewardship.

“The fertilizer industry is essential to feeding a growing global population, and sustainability remains at the core of our mission,” said TFI President and CEO Corey Rosenbusch. “From efforts to minimize production emissions to improving nutrient use efficiency on the farm, our industry is committed to reducing environmental impacts while enhancing agricultural productivity.”

Since 2013, TFI has tracked key sustainability metrics, offering insights into the industry’s advancements in nutrient stewardship, innovative products, worker safety, and efficient manufacturing. This year’s report includes compelling member stories and real-world examples of innovation shaping the future of fertilizer production and application.

Key Highlights from the Report:

• Energy Efficiency: reporting companies generated 1.17 billion kwh of electricity from waste heat instead of fuel combustion.
• Water Stewardship: reporting companies recycled or reused 200 million gallons of water, equivalent to 1.5 billion single-use water bottles.
• Reducing Emissions: reporting companies captured 10.9 million metric tons of CO₂ equivalent during the process of manufacturing fertilizer in 2024.
• Investing in Efficiency: reporting companies had a three-year average of investing $1.49B annually, helping to meet sustainability goals by increasing production efficiencies, reducing energy and water use, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

To explore the full report and read member success stories, click here.

About The Fertilizer Institute (TFI)
The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) is the leading voice of the nation’s fertilizer industry. Tracing its roots back to 1883, TFI’s membership includes fertilizer producers, wholesalers, retailers and trading firms. TFI’s full-time staff, based in Washington, D.C., serves its members through legislative, educational, technical, economic information and public communication programs. For more information, visit TFI.org.