Depressed commodity prices, poor weather, and trade war ramifications aren’t just worrying for the nation’s farmers. The second quarter Agriculture Credit Conditions Survey from the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis…
Growth Energy Comments on Proposed 2019 RVO Targets
…That would help boost domestic market demand for ethanol and help lower fuel prices for consumers. Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor says the targets appear to be a strong proposal…
Tariffs Could Cost Fruit and Nuts $3 Billion
Falling ag exports to China, India, Mexico and Turkey expected to lower prices The ongoing international trade turmoil between the U.S. and other countries has prompted import tariffs on many…
Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge Offers Startup Funds for Entrepreneurs
…and landscape plants; Farm-to-table businesses; Support services including scouting, equipment repair and fertilizer sales; Value-added processing including yogurts, cheese and processed meats; and Wineries, breweries, cideries and distilleries. Entrepreneurs must…
Farm Export Prices Post Large Declines in July
…primary contributor to the decline in agricultural prices. Meanwhile, export prices for corn, wheat, fruits, and nuts also decreased in July. The notable change in July can be attributed to…
Farming Groups Call for Swift Farm Bill Passage
…farmers and ranchers are in need of certainty right now,” said NFU President Roger Johnson. “Low farm prices due to international trade disruptions, commodity market oversupply, and domestic policy uncertainty…
Global Food Prices Decline
…Vegetable oil prices dipped 4.2 percent, reflecting weaker palm and soy oil values. Meat prices were down 3.3 percent globally, due to a gradual normalization of meat exports from Brazil…
Next Round of Tariffs Set
…move comes as American companies complain that the more tariffs will eventually cost them more to do business and raise consumer prices. China has promised to retaliate with another $16…
Farmers for Free Trade Unhappy with Tariff Escalation
…into effect in two weeks, he says the President is telling farmers to be patient as prices plummet and their markets are overtaken by foreign competitors. “That’s why with each…
Doud Rips China, India Farm Subsidies
…its sugar producers as a cushion against a drop in world prices. “I can’t think of a commodity that’s more distorted,” Doud said to symposium attendees. “If you think there’s…
Producer Sentiment Plummets in July
…over the previous month. Producers were also decidedly negative when it comes to the future trading ranges of both corn and soybean prices. Read the full July report. Source: National…
Beef Exports “Tremendous” in First Half of 2018
…six percent higher than 2017 and valued at $718 million dollars. International customers bought a larger share of beef production, even at higher prices, which indicates strong demand. After setting…
Farm Futures Releases Crop Production Survey
…Farm Futures August crop production survey. However, even above average yields for the sixth-straight year could leave prices struggling, especially in a soybean market that’s getting hammered by tariffs on…
Innovative Approach to Breeding Could Mean Higher Yields and Better Crops
…company that produces French fries, frozen vegetables, fertilizer, turf grass seed and other products. Scientists over the years have modified the genetics of soybeans, corn, canola and other crop plants…