Total herbicide costs for soybeans average $60–$100 per acre in 2026. Dicamba (Xtend) and Enlist systems run $70–$110/acre; conventional programs average $40–$65/acre.
| Program | Cost | vs. 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Xtend dicamba full program | $70–$110/acre | +12% |
| Enlist 2,4-D full program | $65–$100/acre | +10% |
| Conventional residual + glyphosate | $40–$65/acre | +5% |
| Residual pre-emergent only | $18–$28/acre | +8% |
Evaluate whether trait system herbicide costs are justified by weed control in your specific field history before defaulting to premium programs.
On-trait herbicides (XtendiMax, Engenia, Enlist One) carry significant per-acre costs.
Metribuzin, chlorimuron, and sulfentrazone provide residual control before emergence.
Two-pass systems are standard; resistant weed pressure may require three passes.
Required adjuvants for dicamba and 2,4-D add $2–$5/acre to program costs.
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