The article discusses fertilizer use and prices from 1960 to 1993. Fertilizer consumption grew rapidly in the 60s and 70s, reaching a peak in 1981. After a decline in 1983, usage remained stable from 1984 to 1993. This decrease was due to fewer planted acres and steady application rates. Farm fertilizer prices were stable or decreasing until 1973, but have since fluctuated widely. The bulletin provides data on fertilizer prices, consumption by nutrient, and usage per acre in major crop-producing states.