DTN Retail Fertilizer Trends
Despite the U.S. and Israel-Iran conflict, retail fertilizer prices are varied -- for now. Five of the eight major fertilizers were higher compared to last month while the remaining three were a bit less expensive. Only one nutrient, urea, was higher by a considerable amount, which DTN designates as anything 5% or more.
Searching for Profitable Ag Markets
Farmers highlighted E15, local food purchasing and tax credits for cotton at a U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee hearing focusing on how to boost domestic markets. Senators said they recognize the financial straits facing farmers due to input prices that continue to rise because of the war in the Middle East.
Into the Weeds on Pesticide Regulations
In an interview with DTN, CropLife America President and CEO Alex Dunn said the industry's top concern is the increasing amount of time it takes for EPA to approve new pesticide products and label changes. She also talked about trying to work with members of the MAHA movement, which is focused on reducing pesticide use.