Global Subsidies and Environmental Impacts

Fertilizer prices surged 40% after conflict began on Feb 28.
Middle East conflict disrupted Hormuz, causing 50% price increase.
Senegal farmer uses 6 tons of compost instead of chemicals.
1.7 million Indian farmers shifted to natural fertilizers in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
Modi announced a national mission to cut fertilizer use by 50%.
Global subsidies: $700 billion annually.
Natural fertilizers sequester carbon and reduce water pollution.
Susan Chomba argues weaning off fossil fuels is essential.
Copyright © 2026 Minimalist News. All Rights Reserved.