Cost Comparison Example

Knowing the nitrogen percentage content in each fertilizer compound helps compare costs. For example, let's compare the cost of nitrogen per pound between these two common fertilizers:

Ammonium nitrate contains 35% N and costs $550 per ton.

Urea contains 46.7% N and costs $630 per ton.

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An animation comparing the cost of ammonium nitrate vs. urea.
animated illustration showing: Ammonium contains 35% N and costs $550 per ton vs Urea contains 46.7% N and costs $630 per ton.