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Story summary
- The American Farm Bureau Federation reports 70% of U.S. farmers cannot afford fertilizer for the 2026 planting season.
- The survey, conducted April 3–11, included more than 5,700 farmers nationwide.
- Regional pre-booking rates varied, with 19% in the South and 67% in the Midwest.
- Fertilizer prices rose by over 30% due to the Middle East conflict.
- Nearly 94% of respondents reported worsening financial conditions, raising concerns about food supply and productivity.
