Arkansas is a top rice, soybean, and cotton state with the Arkansas Delta and Grand Prairie supporting intensive row crop production on highly productive alluvial soils. UAN 32% Liquid Nitrogen is currently priced at $0.29–$0.37/gallon in Arkansas markets as of spring 2026, reflecting Southern supply chain conditions.
| Benchmark | Price | vs. 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| NOLA barge (national reference) | $0.28–$0.36/gallon | +15–25% |
| Arkansas co-op / distributor | $0.29–$0.37/gallon | +18–28% |
| Arkansas retail delivered | $0.30–$0.38/gallon | +20–30% |
Avoid spot buying UAN during peak application windows. Pre-book Q3 side-dress needs in July before in-season premiums widen.
Arkansas receives fertilizer via Mississippi River barge at Memphis and White River terminals; Delta pricing tracks NOLA closely with 2–4% premium.
| Driver | Impact |
|---|---|
| Natural gas feedstock | UAN is produced from ammonia and urea; natural gas is 70–80% of production cost. |
| Urea and ammonia spot prices | UAN pricing tracks ammonia and urea proportionally — watch both benchmarks. |
| Transportation and logistics | UAN is liquid; tank truck and rail add cost versus dry products, especially in remote regions. |
| In-season demand spikes | Side-dress demand creates short-term price spikes during May–June planting windows. |
Arkansas farmers typically source UAN 32% Liquid Nitrogen 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, UAN 32% Liquid Nitrogen in Arkansas is priced at approximately $0.29–$0.37/gallon. Prices vary by county, co-op, and contract type. GrainBrief tracks weekly USDA AMS price reports and sends price alerts when signals change.
Arkansas sits in the Southern supply zone. Arkansas receives fertilizer via Mississippi River barge at Memphis and White River terminals. Premiums over NOLA benchmarks typically run 3–11% 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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