Retail Fertilizer Prices Rose in September 2026
Six of eight major fertilizer types experienced price increases during the second week of September.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Inflation
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During the second full week of September 2026, retail fertilizer prices increased for six of eight tracked varieties. While most categories saw rising costs, urea and UAN28 prices trended slightly downward.
Why it matters
Changes in fertilizer pricing directly influence agricultural input costs for farmers, which can ripple through the broader food supply chain. Monitoring these shifts helps stakeholders understand fluctuations in seasonal production expenses.
Retail averages reached $925 per ton for DAP, $967 for MAP, and $495 for potash. Meanwhile, nitrogen costs stood at $0.72 per pound for urea and $0.58 per pound for anhydrous.
The players
Donald Trump
Donald Trump is the current President of the United States.
DTN
DTN is an Omaha-based agency that provides agricultural data and market analytics.
The details
Retail prices were measured during the second full week of September 2026 by DTN. The tracking includes eight major fertilizer types, with significant price moves defined by the agency as shifts of 5% or more.
Timeline
Retail fertilizer prices were measured during the second full week of September 2026.
Macro View
This data follows the periodic tracking established by the DTN retail fertilizer price index. These price fluctuations mirror broader historical volatility in agricultural input costs that often characterize shifts in seasonal farming cycles.
Farmers must account for these fluctuating input costs when planning their upcoming crop seasons and managing operational budgets. Higher prices for common fertilizers like DAP or MAP can ultimately impact profit margins for agricultural producers across the country.
The takeaway
President Donald Trump is currently pursuing a deal to import potash from Belarus, which could eventually alter domestic supply availability. Farmers should monitor these potential trade developments as they may impact future pricing for essential potash inputs.
Further reading
For more on broader cost trends, see Inflation.
Source note: This article includes information reported by DTN Progressive Farmer.
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