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	DTN Farm Business
	EPA Gives 5th Straight E15 Fuel Waiver Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:10PM CDT The EPA granted a fifth consecutive summer waiver allowing E15 ethanol sales to continue in 2026, while the industry pushes Congress for permanent year-round approval. [Read Full News Story] Rice and Cotton Planting in Arkansas Friday, March 27, 2026 1:29PM CDT Myriad issues affect cotton and rice production in Arkansas as planting season gets underway. Both cotton and rice acres are expected to decline, but farmers face long-term market problems and look for policy changes to help boost both crops. Drought in the region also doesn't help. [Read Full News Story]

	DTN Crops News
	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] Most Fertilizers' Prices Continue Higher, 4 Considerably More Expensive Wednesday, March 25, 2026 4:54AM CDT Prices for six of the eight major fertilizers were higher for the third week of March 2026 compared to a month ago. Four fertilizers were significantly more expensive, which DTN designates as anything 5% or more. One fertilizer was slightly lower, and one was unchanged from the previous month. [Read Full News Story]