High fertilizer prices are influencing fall applications and planting decisions for 2027. Rock and Roll Agronomy Crop Consultant Jason Hanson says some farmers are reducing fertilizer rates to manage expenses. “There’s gonna be no fertilizer applications on that. And it’s just trying to find a place to cut some cost out of this because everything has taken off so much,” Hanson said, referring to some crop acres. Market prices are also influencing which crops farmers may plant next spring, particularly as they compare potential returns. “Are you gonna plant more beans? Are you gonna plant more corn? How about your wheat acres? There’s very little excitement around wheat,” Hanson said. “If I could have more barley contracts, I’d see more barley.” Hanson says profitability will be a major consideration as farmers finalize their crop plans.
