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The war in Iran and the resulting energy shock are going to have long-reaching consequences for any industry that relies on transportation costs. In this week’s edition of the Milkweed, hosts Bert Zipperer and Pete Hardin look at what Middle East war might mean for the average farmer, who pays for shipping coming and going. They also discuss the knock-on effects of closing the Straits of Hormuz, including meeting fertilizer demand as the Northern Hemisphere prepares for the planting season. Image courtesy: John Carrel via Flickr.