There's an immense amount of pressure riding on this year’s crop production picture, and with a margin squeeze setting in across farms, economists think it could accelerate consolidation in the row-crop industry.
Grain storage can be a tool, but storing too long can be a major fault in grain marketing. University of Minnesota economist talks about the biggest grain marketing mistakes he sees made by farmers.
As the market starts to transition its focus to 2020 production, U.S. farmers may be poised to plant 95 million acres of corn. What would that mean for the markets? Chip Nellinger weighs in.
The U.S. and China Phase One trade agreement comes with hefty expectations. What could China buy to meet its $40 billion goal, and when could those buys happen? Economists and market experts weigh in.
China didn't immediately start buying U.S. agricultural good after the Phase One signing. Some analysts say it could take a couple months before significant buys from China are on the books.
The Phase One trade agreement with China comes with a big promise to purchase close to $40 billion worth of U.S. agricultural products over the next two years. Does this mean the trade war is over? Economists weigh in.
2020 is full of unknowns when it comes to the markets, but both market analysts and Washington watchers agree on one thing: the political environment will impact the markets in 2020.
Two ag lenders say some producers are looking at stronger financial footing heading into 2020. They explain how solid risk management and MFP each played a major role in 2019.
David Hula is the king of corn. He continues to smash world corn records, making a repeat performance in 2019. The Charles City, Virginia farmer raked in a record yield of 616.20 bushels per acre yield.
It’s crunch time in Washington D.C. to get the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) passed in 2019, with many agricultural groups and organizations losing patience. So, what does the deal do for agriculture?
As the calendar flips to 2020, the market’s focus will shift to South America. If farmers are hoping for a market run fueled by imperfect weather in South America, meteorologists say that may not be in the cards.
"Combining for Curtis" captured the hearts of viewers and readers in October, but it's what has happened since that's proven the fabric of rural America come from neighbors helping neighbors.
Purdue University's Food Science program has a state-of-the art classroom with appliances and features. Purdue says the cooking space is where ideas become reality.
Allen Meissner of Bartlett, Texas finished harvest last month, bringing in a record crop. He said a timely dose of rains helped yields after a wet start to the year.
The research division of USDA will soon call Kansas City its new home. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue made the announcement this week. The Agricultural Business Council of Kansas City weighs in on the move.
Crop conditions are so variable this year, analysts say we won't have an accurate grasp of the impact on both yield and abandonment until later this summer.
Fertilizer availability issues are creating a frenzy this spring. While various fertilizers are seeing limited availability, anhydrous ammonia is in the shortest supply, and supply issues for all fertilizer could linger through summer.
Debt-to-asset ratios are on the rise, working capital is eroding and farmers’ sentiments are on the decline. Despite the negativity surrounding prices and outlooks, Famer Mac is providing a voice of optimism.
Last week it was announced China bought beans, but the country also cancelled a purchase. So, where do exports sit today? Also, how could soybean prices impact the acreage debate? Two analysts and an ag banker weigh in.
Since December, China has said it would buy 10 MMT of U.S. soybeans. However, sales on the books to date fall short of the 10 MMT mark. Some analysts fear China may be on pace to import fewer soybeans around the globe.
Virginia farmer David Hula pulled in a yield of 542 bushels per acre, a monstrous yield that won the 2017 National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) yield contest.