Fertilizer Cost Comparison Calculator
Per-unit nutrient cost across fertilizer sources.
Product A: cost per lb nutrient ($)
$0.57
Product B: cost per lb nutrient ($)
$0.59
Inputs
Comparison
Cheaper product (1=A, 2=B)
1
Which product has the lower per-unit nutrient cost.
Savings (%)
4.8%
Percentage savings from choosing the cheaper product.
Product A: cost per acre ($)
$67.83
Cost to apply target nutrient rate with Product A.
Product B: cost per acre ($)
$71.25
Cost to apply target nutrient rate with Product B.
Product A: lbs/acre
260.9
Pounds of Product A needed per acre.
Product B: lbs/acre
375
Pounds of Product B needed per acre.
Product A: total field cost ($)
$6,782.61
Total cost for the whole field with Product A.
Product B: total field cost ($)
$7,125
Total cost for the whole field with Product B.
Savings per acre ($)
$3.42
Dollar savings per acre by choosing the cheaper product.
Total field savings ($)
$342.39
Total dollar savings for the whole field.
Product A: tons needed
13
Total tons of Product A for the field.
Product B: tons needed
18.8
Total tons of Product B for the field.
Cost vs. Benefit Analysis
Cost Breakdown
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the price per ton and nutrient analysis (%) for Product A and Product B.
- Set the unit weight (lbs) for each product — typically 2,000 lbs (1 ton) for dry fertilizers.
- Enter Target Nutrient (lbs/acre) and Field Size (acres) for the season.
- Compare Cost per lb Nutrient for A and B — the lower cost-per-unit-of-nutrient is the better buy.
- Review Cost per Acre and Total Field Cost for both products to quantify your savings from the cheaper option.