ASA welcomes end of glyphosate trade case as focus shifts to farm input costs
The move keeps affordable glyphosate supplies available for U.S. soybean farmers while fresh action in Europe highlights efforts to reduce fertilizer costs through biological products.
USA – The American Soybean Association (ASA) has welcomed Ruveon’s decision to withdraw petitions that sought antidumping and countervailing duties on glyphosate imports from China.
The decision follows concerns from soybean farmers and farm groups that the proposed duties could have raised production costs by limiting access to a widely used crop protection product.
“We appreciate Ruveon’s decision to withdraw the antidumping and countervailing duty petitions after listening to the concerns about affordability and access raised by ASA, soybean farmers, and other agricultural organizations,” said Scott Metzger, ASA President and soybean farmer from Ohio.
Metzger said ASA shared detailed feedback with Ruveon after the petitions were filed and again during the association’s recent Board of Directors meeting. He added that the company’s decision shows it values growers who depend on affordable crop protection products to remain productive and compete in global markets.
“Ruveon’s decision reflects the value they place on farmer customers who rely on access to affordable crop protection tools to remain productive and globally competitive. We appreciate Ruveon’s willingness to engage with growers and respond to their concerns, and ASA looks forward to continuing this important dialogue,” Metzger said.
ASA said it will continue working with industry groups and policymakers to help soybean farmers maintain access to the crop protection products they need to support profitable and sustainable farming.
Ruveon, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Bayer, filed the petitions with the U.S. International Trade Commission and the U.S. Department of Commerce on June 30, 2026, together with Monsanto Company. Ruveon produces about 60% of the glyphosate sold in the United States.
The latest development comes as Europe also steps up efforts to ease pressure on farmers facing high input costs. On July 13, the Council of the European Union approved targeted measures that allow member states to raise support rates from 50% to 80% for farmers who reduce fertilizer use while following approved agronomic guidance.
Rovensa Next said the decision supports greater use of biological fertilizers and more efficient nutrient management.
“This is a welcome step, and it reflects something growers have known for a long time: the fertilizer crisis isn’t just about price, it’s about volatility and dependence on inputs that are increasingly outside of Europe’s control,” said Fábio Dias, Head of EMEA at Rovensa Next.
Dias added that the new measures reward farmers who reduce fertilizer use while giving them access to technical support. The company said its biological product portfolio and field research continue to help growers maintain crop performance while making better use of nutrients.
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