The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to increased fertilizer prices, particularly in California. While the United States imports most of its fertilizer from countries such as Canada and Russia, the Strait plays a significant role in fertilizer pricing. The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities's chief economist, Gennada, stated that nitrogen fertilizer is among the most widely used by U.S. farmers and that parts of the production process depend on inputs from the strait. The higher costs can strain farmers' bottom lines and make it difficult to compete in export markets.