Fungicide applications cost $18–$35/acre for product in 2026, plus $8–$15/acre for application. Total per-acre cost runs $26–$50 depending on product and method.
| Component | Cost | vs. 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Trivapro corn per acre | $23–$30/acre | +7% |
| Miravis Ace soybeans | $22–$28/acre | +6% |
| Aerial application | $8–$12/acre | +5% |
| Ground application | $5–$8/acre | +4% |
Fungicide ROI in corn averages 8–12 bu/acre in high-pressure years. Run field-level yield history before committing to a full program.
Strobilurin + SDHI premix products carry the highest cost but broadest disease spectrum.
Aerial adds $8–$12/acre; ground $5–$8/acre depending on terrain and timing.
Gray leaf spot, NCLB, and tar spot pressure vary by region and growing conditions.
Fungicide response ranges 0–5 bu/acre in low-pressure years to 10–20+ in high-pressure years.
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