Some Minnesota Farmers Skipping Planting Season Amid Rising Fuel And Fertilizer Costs

CBS Minnesota

April 21, 2026

Planting is underway and spring conditions have been good across much of Minnesota. But even so, some farmers are electing to sit out a year.

"It's very dry for April 20. We have great field conditions, dry soil, the frost is out of the ground," said Ryan Mackenthun.

For Mackenthun, getting off to a good start is key to getting good yields. On Monday, it was all about planting corn in McLeod County, despite challenges ranging from high fertilizer and fuel costs to trade wars and tariffs.

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