date:Aug 08, 2013
14 crop. Fertilizer costs that averaged $200 per acre in 2012 could be in the $125 to $150 range for 2014. Fertilizer cost declines will partially offset projected 2014 revenue declines caused by lower corn and soybean prices. However, net returns for 2014 crop production are projected lower than returns in 2010 through 2012 even given fertilizer price declines.