New Mexico is a significant cotton, chile, onion, and cattle state with the Rio Grande Valley, Pecos Valley, and eastern plains supporting irrigated specialty crop and dryland grain production. Atrazine 4L is currently priced at $10–$15/gallon in New Mexico markets as of spring 2026, reflecting Mountain West supply chain conditions.
| Benchmark | Price | vs. 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| NOLA barge (national reference) | $9–$13/gallon | +15–25% |
| New Mexico co-op / distributor | $10–$15/gallon | +31–41% |
| New Mexico retail delivered | $11–$15/gallon | +33–43% |
Atrazine is attractively priced relative to alternatives. Buy the full season volume before any EPA regulatory news moves prices.
New Mexico receives fertilizer via truck from Texas and Denver distributors; long haul distances and sparse co-op networks add 12–18% premiums.
| Driver | Impact |
|---|---|
| Generic competition | Multiple domestic and offshore generics keep atrazine prices stable and competitive. |
| EPA regulatory risk | Ongoing EPA review creates long-term uncertainty; near-term supply is unchanged for 2026. |
| Corn acreage | Atrazine use is primarily in corn; state corn acreage directly drives local demand volume. |
| Formulation choice | 90DF (dry flowable) typically costs less per pound of AI than 4L liquid formulations. |
New Mexico farmers typically source Atrazine 4L through regional co-operatives, independent retailers, and direct distributor contracts. The most effective strategy in Mountain West markets is to compare co-op pre-pay pricing versus spot retail, as pre-pay discounts of 5–12% are standard for early fall bookings.
As of spring 2026, Atrazine 4L in New Mexico is priced at approximately $10–$15/gallon. Prices vary by county, co-op, and contract type. GrainBrief tracks weekly USDA AMS price reports and sends price alerts when signals change.
New Mexico sits in the Mountain West supply zone. New Mexico receives fertilizer via truck from Texas and Denver distributors. Premiums over NOLA benchmarks typically run 16–24% depending on season and logistics conditions.
Historically, fall pre-buy programs (August–October) offer the best pricing for the following spring application season. In-season spot prices during March–June carry a 5–15% logistics premium. GrainBrief's weekly signal tells you exactly when to act.
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