2026/27 Grain Selective Rate Adjustments (Fall Program)

Dear Union Pacific Customer,

Union Pacific will implement the following changes to UP 4051:

•  Effective September 1, 2026, Soybean prices will increase by $225 per car (Items 1144, 1301, 1501, 1502, 3015)
• Effective October 1, 2026, Corn & Milo prices will increase by $225 per car (Items 1120, 1304, 1500, 2100, 2210, 2215, 2300, 2300, 2310, 3011, 1136)
•  Effective October 1, 2026, Barley prices will increase by $225 per car (Item 2800)
• Effective October 1, 2026, the mileage scale will increase 6% (item 1000)

The new price changes will be applied for heavy covered hoppers (capacity greater than or equal to 5,001 cubic feet OR total allowable gross weight on rail exceeds 286,000 pounds).  Light covered hoppers (capacity less than or equal to 5,000 cubic feet OR total allowable gross weight on rail is less than or equal to 285,999 pounds) will maintain current spreads. 

Published items will supersede this general announcement.  If you have any questions, please contact your Union Pacific Representative.