National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) President Harold Wolle expressed concerns to the International Trade Commission, stating that imposing tariffs on 2,4-D could limit imports, increase prices, and lead to supply shortages. Wolle emphasized that such tariffs would exacerbate economic challenges for farmers, who are already price takers and rely on managing production costs for success.
Meanwhile, herbicide formulator Drexel Chemical voiced opposition to Corteva’s claims of market flooding by imports from India and China. Corteva argues tariffs are necessary due to pricing disparities affecting their sales and capacity utilization. However, formulators disputed Corteva’s assertions, alleging it has prioritized its own product over supplying formulators, leading to increased reliance on imports.
