Tennessee is a corn, soybean, cotton, and tobacco state with the West Tennessee Plain and Tennessee Valley supporting row crop production. Glyphosate (41% AI) is currently priced at $15–$21/gallon in Tennessee markets as of spring 2026, reflecting Southern supply chain conditions.
| Benchmark | Price | vs. 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| NOLA barge (national reference) | $14–$20/gallon | +15–25% |
| Tennessee co-op / distributor | $15–$21/gallon | +20–30% |
| Tennessee retail delivered | $15–$22/gallon | +22–32% |
Glyphosate is one of the few inputs priced favorably. Buy season supply early; tariff changes on Chinese generics could spike prices mid-year.
Tennessee receives fertilizer via Tennessee River barge and Memphis terminals; West Tennessee pricing tracks Mississippi Delta closely.
| Driver | Impact |
|---|---|
| Chinese generic production | China dominates global glyphosate API production; U.S. tariff policy determines import costs. |
| Tariff uncertainty | U.S.-China tariff changes in 2025–2026 added 10–25% landed cost variability on imported generics. |
| Generic vs. branded pricing | Generic 41% AI is functionally identical to branded Roundup; 30–40% cost savings available. |
| Resistance management costs | Glyphosate-resistant weeds force higher-cost alternative products on affected acres. |
Tennessee farmers typically source Glyphosate (41% AI) through regional co-operatives, independent retailers, and direct distributor contracts. The most effective strategy in Southern 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, Glyphosate (41% AI) in Tennessee is priced at approximately $15–$21/gallon. Prices vary by county, co-op, and contract type. GrainBrief tracks weekly USDA AMS price reports and sends price alerts when signals change.
Tennessee sits in the Southern supply zone. Tennessee receives fertilizer via Tennessee River barge and Memphis terminals. Premiums over NOLA benchmarks typically run 5–13% 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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