Potash Price Per Ton — 2026 Market Update

Potash (MOP) is trading at $310–$380 per ton in U.S. Corn Belt markets in spring 2026, roughly flat to +10% year over year. Canadian supply expansion provides a buffer against disruptions.

Current Price Range

ProductPricevs. 2025
Potash MOP NOLA barge$290–$350/ton+5%
Potash MOP Corn Belt retail$310–$380/ton+8%
Potash MOP Northern Plains$320–$390/ton+7%
BUY SIGNAL

Potash is the most attractively priced major input right now. Pre-buying fall 2026 needs at current prices makes sense before Brazilian demand cycle tightens supply.

What Is Driving the Price

Canadian supply expansion

Nutrien and Mosaic expanded Canadian capacity, providing global buffer supply.

Belarus sanctions

Belarusian potash remains under Western sanctions; Canadian and Russian supply has partially filled the gap.

Brazil demand cycle

Brazil's soy crop drives global potash demand; their buying cycle affects U.S. pricing.

Currency effects

CAD/USD movements affect competitiveness of Canadian potash imports.

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