Canola fertilizer costs average $140–$190 per acre in 2026 at standard N-P-K-S rates. Canola has high nitrogen and sulfur requirements; sulfur deficiency is the most common yield-limiting factor.
Canola requires 150–200 lb N/acre, 60–80 lb P2O5/acre, 40–60 lb K2O/acre, and 20–30 lb S/acre. Total fertilizer cost at 2026 prices: Nitrogen $100–$140/acre, Phosphorus $38–$55/acre, Potassium $18–$28/acre, Sulfur $12–$18/acre. Total: $140–$190/acre.
| Nutrient | Rate | Cost/acre |
|---|---|---|
| Nitrogen (anhydrous or UAN) | 150–200 lb N | $100–$140 |
| Phosphorus (DAP/MAP) | 60–80 lb P2O5 | $38–$55 |
| Potassium (MOP) | 40–60 lb K2O | $18–$28 |
| Sulfur (ammonium sulfate) | 20–30 lb S | $12–$18 |
| Total canola fertilizer | — | $140–$190 |
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