WASHINGTON, D.C. (RFD-TV) — Fertilizer prices continued to rise in October, adding to farmers’ expenses as they prepare their budgets for next season.
According to DTN’s latest survey, seven of eight major fertilizers increased in price last month. UAN28 saw the largest increase, climbing 6% to an average of $447 per ton.
Anhydrous ammonia now averages $987 per ton, while potash has reached $506 per ton.
All eight fertilizers remain more expensive than a year ago, with anhydrous ammonia up 17% and urea up 13%.
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