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Farmers face another round of higher costs heading into 2027
Farmers are bracing for a more expensive harvest and 2027 growing season. American Farm Bureau vice president of public policy and economic analysis John Newton says fuel and fertilizer costs are a major concern. “Going into this fall when prices are still elevated, they’re above where they were before the Strait of Hormuz closure. And…
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Sugar gains consumer favor as cheap global imports undercut U.S. farmers
An ag economist says new analysis shows consumer purchases are leaning toward more natural sugars. CoBank’s Tanner Ehmke tells Brownfield, “It is a clear trend that people are switching away from high fructose corn syrup over to sugar.” He says that transition hasn’t been a major factor on corn balance sheets. “It’s mostly going…
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Relentless Rain Muddies the Crop Production Picture Across the Corn Belt Ahead of Pro Farmer Crop Tour
Relentless Rain Muddies the Crop Production Picture Across the Corn Belt Ahead of Pro Farmer Crop Tour AgWeb
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U.S. Corn Crop Heads Toward Another Big Harvest
U.S. Corn Crop Heads Toward Another Big Harvest RFD-TV
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Fertilizer Costs Squeeze 2027 Plans: Where Farmers Can Safely Cut P and K Spending
Fertilizer Costs Squeeze 2027 Plans: Where Farmers Can Safely Cut P and K Spending Agrolatam
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Tyson Foods announces changes to its beef business
Tyson Foods has announced a restructuring to its beef operations. According to a company release, Tyson will anchor its beef business around three facilities in the central U.S.: Dakota City, Nebraska, Holcomb, Kansas, and Amarillo, Texas. The company says the move will create a more competitive footprint as the industry continues to face historically low…
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USDA Plans Phased Reopening of Mexican Cattle Imports
USDA Plans Phased Reopening of Mexican Cattle Imports Oklahoma Farm Report
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Numbers tell two stories about ag profitability
Numbers tell two stories about ag profitability High Plains Journal
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What to Watch for in the 2026 Pro Farmer Crop Tour
What to Watch for in the 2026 Pro Farmer Crop Tour AgWeb
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Tyson Foods Says It Will Close, Sell Three Sites Amid U.S. Cattle Shortage
Tyson Foods Says It Will Close, Sell Three Sites Amid U.S. Cattle Shortage Successful Farming
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Before You Apply Sulfur for Soybeans, Consider 8 Risk Factors First
Before You Apply Sulfur for Soybeans, Consider 8 Risk Factors First AgWeb
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USDA Updates Fertilizer Dashboard as Input Costs Remain High
USDA Updates Fertilizer Dashboard as Input Costs Remain High RFD-TV
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Rising input costs keep focus on seed ROI
The business and supplier strategist at Beck’s says keeping seed costs in check remains a priority for the industry. Corey Beck says rising input costs have created significant financial pressure for many farmers. “If you look at the last five years fertilizer costs have doubled,” he said. “There’s a whole lot of things that have…
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What Is Going on With Minnesota Crops?
What Is Going on With Minnesota Crops? Successful Farming
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NCGA Urges Revised Codes to Measure the Growing Bioeconomy
NCGA Urges Revised Codes to Measure the Growing Bioeconomy Oklahoma Farm Report
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Yields pull U.S. hay production lower
Lower yields had an impact on hay production in 2026, reflecting weather issues in parts of the U.S. The USDA says alfalfa and mixtures production was down 5% on the year at 47.685 million tons and production of other types of hay dropped 10% to 65.586 million tons as year-to-year declines in yield, to 3.25…
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USDA Reports Largest-Ever Combined Corn & Soy Planted Acreage
USDA Reports Largest-Ever Combined Corn & Soy Planted Acreage Springfield Herald News
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$1.4 Billion and Counting: $5+ Diesel Squeezes Farm Margins
$1.4 Billion and Counting: $5+ Diesel Squeezes Farm Margins AgWeb
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American farmers lead the way in tackling water scarcity
American farmers lead the way in tackling water scarcity Open Access Government
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It Starts With Us
It Starts With Us AgWeb
