The Farm Service Agency (FSA) has opened an acreage reporting period for specialty crop producers for their share of $1 billion set aside for aid tied to 2025 crops. USDA also had a flurry of announcements Tuesday, such as launching a new ag-tech testing program and creating a portal for USDA documents.
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All eight major fertilizers were higher than a month ago for the fourth week of March 2026. Five fertilizers were significantly more expensive, which DTN designates as anything 5% or more. Four of the five fertilizers saw double-digit price increases compared to last month.
With rising fertilizer prices, many farmers wonder if they can cut back on their phosphorus and potash fertilizer applications. The short answer is yes if their soil test levels are near recommended levels, according to the University of Missouri state nutrient management specialist.
