Summary
This USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) dataset resource compiles longitudinal data on fertiliser use and prices in US agriculture, covering major macronutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium) across principal crops. It serves as a reference source for researchers and policymakers examining input cost trends, farm economics, and nutrient management. The dataset is a grey literature statistical compilation rather than a peer-reviewed experimental study, and findings should be interpreted accordingly.
UK applicability
This resource is specific to the US agricultural context and pricing structures; however, it may offer comparative context for UK and European analysts examining global fertiliser market trends, particularly given the influence of international commodity prices on UK input costs.
Key measures
Fertiliser prices ($/tonne); fertiliser expenditure ($); nutrient application rates (lbs/acre) by crop type and year
Outcomes reported
The dataset compiles historical fertiliser expenditure, quantities used, and prices paid by farmers across major US crops and agricultural sectors. It tracks trends in nitrogen, phosphate, and potash application rates and associated costs over time.
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