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The hidden costs of record-high diesel prices on ag transportation
An ag economist says record-high diesel prices could reshape the cost of agricultural transportation. “It takes a lot of diesel to move goods and services throughout the economy,” he says. David Widmar with Agricultural Economic Insights says the long-term impacts will likely be felt throughout the supply chain. “Over time, that increase at the pump…
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Latest Fed rate hike could increase borrowing costs for farmers ahead of harvest
An ag economist says the latest increase in interest rates could put added financial pressure on farmers ahead of harvest. David Widmar with Agricultural Economic Insights says many producers are already struggling to stay afloat. “Inflation has a big impact on the broader economy,” he says. “It’s just being stubborn. We thought we had inflation…
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USDA Direct Slaughter Cattle Report: Sept 15, 2026
USDA Direct Slaughter Cattle Report: Sept 15, 2026 Purchases – News and Statistics IndexBox
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Senator Marshall Urges USDA to Provide Diesel Relief for Farmers During Harvest
Senator Marshall Urges USDA to Provide Diesel Relief for Farmers During Harvest Western Ag Network
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Could USDA Provide a Yield Surprise in the September Report?
Could USDA Provide a Yield Surprise in the September Report? AgWeb
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WASDE Preview: USDA Crop Estimates Could Reflect Recent Heat
WASDE Preview: USDA Crop Estimates Could Reflect Recent Heat RFD-TV
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Corn Maturity Races Ahead of Average in 10 States
Corn Maturity Races Ahead of Average in 10 States Successful Farming
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Farmers start to lock in fertilizer for 2027 crop
Two Midwest farmers tell Brownfield they’ve already locked in fertilizer for next year’s crops. “It hurts,” says Bob Metz, who farms with his sons in northeast South Dakota. He says writing the check was tough, but fertilizer isn’t dramatically more expensive than last year. “Just because it was up so much from last year. It’s…
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FIRST TIME SINCE 1944: Canada tariffs U.S.-made farm equipment
FIRST TIME SINCE 1944: Canada tariffs U.S.-made farm equipment FarmersForum.com
