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President Donald Trump has identified phosphorus and glyphosate as strategic priorities for national security under the Defense Production Act. This decision arises from U.S. dependence on a single domestic producer for these materials and a demand that surpasses existing production capacity.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture will oversee contract priorities and resource management. Phosphorus is critical for military applications and technology, while glyphosate, the most widely used herbicide in U.S. agriculture, has faced health-related criticisms.

Bayer, facing numerous lawsuits over glyphosate's potential cancer links, intends to argue that federal regulations should take precedence over state laws. The measure does not currently affect Morocco, a key player in phosphate rock production, but may influence international markets over time.