Input Competition Gets Lawmaker Focus
Farmers and ag industry leaders warned the Senate Judiciary Committee about the rising cost of seed and fertilizer to producers.
Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, noted that the seed and chemical sectors have seen increasing consolidation in recent years.
- Farmers expressed financial struggles due to rising input costs.
- Ag industry leaders and an antitrust advocate weighed in on causes and effects of rising input costs.
Committee Chair Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, speaks during a Senate Finance Committee hearing.
Author's summary: Farmers struggle with rising input costs.
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