Planning reference, not a live quote: ranges on this page are modeled from public benchmarks and regional assumptions. Confirm the dated local offer, freight, application, delivery window, payment terms, and expiration before acting.
South Dakota is a major corn, soybean, and winter wheat state with the James River Valley and eastern South Dakota black soils averaging 155–175 bu/acre corn. Urea has a modeled planning range of $470–$582/ton in South Dakota markets as a 2026 planning reference, reflecting Great Plains supply chain conditions.
| Benchmark | Price | vs. 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| NOLA barge (national reference) | $420–$520/ton | +15–25% |
| South Dakota co-op / distributor | $470–$582/ton | +27–37% |
| South Dakota retail delivered | $483–$598/ton | +29–39% |
Use this range to prepare questions, not to make a purchase decision. Confirm the dated source evidence and the actual local delivered quote before acting.
South Dakota receives fertilizer via Missouri River barge terminals at Sioux City and by rail; western South Dakota pays premiums of 12–18% over NOLA.
| Driver | Impact |
|---|---|
| China nitrogen export restrictions | China restricted nitrogen exports through August 2026, removing significant global supply. |
| Natural gas cost floor | Natural gas represents 70–80% of urea production cost; European gas prices remain elevated. |
| NOLA barge benchmark | U.S. urea prices are indexed to New Orleans barge prices; inland premium reflects freight to your state. |
| Domestic vs. import balance | U.S. imports about 40% of urea needs; import parity sets the ceiling on domestic prices. |
South Dakota farmers typically source Urea through regional co-operatives, independent retailers, and direct distributor contracts. Compare the complete written terms of each local offer; freight, application, financing, storage, delivery window, and quote expiration can matter as much as the headline price.
The modeled planning range for Urea in South Dakota is approximately $470–$582/ton. It is not a live local quote. Confirm the supplier, product, freight, application, delivery, payment, and expiration terms.
South Dakota sits in the Great Plains supply zone. South Dakota receives fertilizer via Missouri River barge terminals at Sioux City and by rail. Premiums over NOLA benchmarks typically run 12–20% depending on season and logistics conditions.
Seasonal programs can change freight, financing, storage, application, and delivery terms. Compare the complete written offer and decision window; GrainBrief organizes dated evidence but does not tell a buyer exactly when to act.
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