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EconomyWhy Trump’s potash threat against Canada isn’t as bizarre as it sounds

U.S. President Donald Trump is seeking to reduce Canada’s control over potash supplies by turning to alternative imports from Belarus, but the move exposes a critical vulnerability in American agriculture. The analysis explains why U.S. farmers rely so heavily on Saskatchewan’s potash reserves and why depending on a Russian ally may be easier said than done.

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CCBC News★★★★☆2026-09-25 20:41Original

Why Trump’s potash threat against Canada isn’t as bizarre as it sounds
Economy