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	DTN Farm Business
	An Urban's Rural View Monday, April 6, 2026 11:14AM CDT With Iran in firm control of the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices are likely to remain elevated. There's even talk of $200-a-barrel oil. [Read Full News Story] Top 5 Things to Watch Sunday, April 5, 2026 3:49PM CDT Thursday will be an instructive day as the April WASDE report reveals U.S. and global market conditions, and a new Drought Monitor reveal shows how effective the latest rain and snowfall has been at building back soil moisture. [Read Full News Story]

	DTN Crops News
	4 Fertilizer Prices Rise Double-Digits; Anhydrous Jumps Above $1,000 Per Ton Wednesday, April 1, 2026 5:54AM CDT All eight major fertilizers were higher than a month ago for the fourth week of March 2026. Five fertilizers were significantly more expensive, which DTN designates as anything 5% or more. Four of the five fertilizers saw double-digit price increases compared to last month. [Read Full News Story] How to Cut Back on Phosphorus and Potash Applications Without Sacrificing Yields Thursday, March 26, 2026 4:54AM CDT With rising fertilizer prices, many farmers wonder if they can cut back on their phosphorus and potash fertilizer applications. The short answer is yes if their soil test levels are near recommended levels, according to the University of Missouri state nutrient management specialist. [Read Full News Story] Tough Lessons for Cotton Growers Wednesday, March 25, 2026 2:25PM CDT Faced with a challenging year in 2025, farmers take steps to prepare for 2026. [Read Full News Story]