Fertilizer markets have a long memory. Since 2022, growers have seen how quickly nitrogen prices can move when global energy markets tighten or shipping routes face disruption.
The latest reminder came recently, with some markets seeing $60–$90 per ton swings in a short window.
For most operations, the bigger question isn't predicting the next price jump. It's understanding how much of your fertility program depends on global markets you can't control.
Our latest blog takes a closer look at how shorter supply chains and regional nutrient sources can help reduce that exposure while still delivering the nutrients crops need in the field.
Read the full article on our website →Fertility programs built entirely around globally traded nitrogen can leave margins exposed when energy or logistics shift. Regional nutrient sources like poultry litter operate within shorter supply chains and aren't directly tied to global natural gas pricing. Integrating them into a fertility program can help stabilize costs while still supporting strong soil and crop performance.
As you finalize spring fertility plans, take a closer look at your exposure. How much of your nutrient program depends entirely on globally traded nitrogen? Identifying opportunities to incorporate regional nutrients can help reduce volatility while keeping your fields productive.