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French farmers aim to cut nitrogen for 2026, 2027
French farmers cut nitrogen use and switch crops as high fertiliser prices reshape nitrogen demand patterns for 2026 and 2027 harvest needs (10 mins)
High fertilizer costs are driving French farmers to reduce nitrogen use, change crop rotations for 2026 spring crops, and think about new 2027 planting strategies. Watch this short video and learn more about:
- Survey of 450+ French farmers reveals widespread nitrogen cutbacks and input optimisation plans.
- Crop mix shifts towards less nitrogen-intensive options such as sunflower as corn area declines.
- Fertilizer stock carryover and long-term acreage changes signal structural market impacts.