Articles tagged under: fertilizer
Managing the Risk of High Input Costs
Published December 2, 2021
Input costs have marched upward, especially for fertilizer. CHS Executive Vice President of Country Operations Rick Dusek says ag retailers have a role in helping the farmer manage that risk. "If you're going to buy and apply fertilizer at these…NCGA Disappointed with Fertilizer Tariff Decision
Published December 1, 2021
After CF Industries filed a complaint that UAN imports from Russia, Trinidad and Tobago are unfairly subsidized, the U.S. Department of Commerce recommended countervailing duties on fertilizers from those countries. The National Corn Growers Association is disappointed with that decision.…High Fertilizer Prices to Continue Through Spring
Published December 1, 2021
High fertilizer prices are expected to stick around for the next six months. A new report from CoBank shows record general inflation, higher natural gas prices, tight global nitrogen supplies and strong farmer demand will all continue to contribute to…A Busy Fall Fertilizer Season
Published November 29, 2021
Fertilizer prices are at all-time highs. Despite the sticker shock, CHS Ag Services Sales Manager Andrew Schultz says a lot of fertilizer was applied this fall. "We had a record fall this year in terms of the amount of tons…Input Costs Going Up, Availability Challenges Ahead
Published November 26, 2021
Supply chain issues could worsen in 2022. There’s already a shortage of glyphosate and glufosinate. "We're not seeing the light at the end of the tunnel just yet," said Roland Fumasi, regional manager, RaboResearch Food and Agribusiness. Seed prices are…Amicus Brief on Fertilizer Being Reviewed by ITC
Published November 24, 2021
The U.S. Court of International Trade will review an amicus brief on fertilizer from the National Corn Growers Association, the Agricultural Retailers Association and other agriculture groups. The court is considering a case on tariffs of phosphorous fertilizers imported from…Fertilizer Prices Could Be Worse
Published November 12, 2021
Fertilizer prices continue to move higher. Supplies are tight and demand remains strong. According to StoneX Group Director of Fertilizer Josh Linville, activities around the globe are impacting nitrogen prices. "China, one of the world's major producers, effectively banned exports,…Retailers Reluctant to Price Fertilizer for Spring
Published November 3, 2021
University of Minnesota Extension Educator Brad Carlson says most ag retailers are not willing to price fertilizer for spring. "We had a situation about 15 years ago when fertilizer prices spiked and a lot of dealers purchased product and the…Soil Sampling and Nitrogen Calculators Can Payoff
Published October 27, 2021
For those waiting to apply fertilizer, NDSU Extension Soil Specialist David Franzen says a good soil sample now can help farmers prepare for spring fertility needs. "Many times, coming out of a drought, we expect there to be large amounts…