Let’s check in on how harvest season is going for Idaho’s Mader Farms

Beautiful views and a hard-working team made harvest season possible for this operation.
The Idaho Farm Bureau introduces us to a fifth-generation farmer to catch a glimpse of this year’s crop.

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Farmers face tighter barge capacity and higher freight costs during peak harvest.
Bigger-than-expected corn and wheat stocks are bearish for prices, while soybean figures were neutral. Farmers may face additional price pressure as harvest accelerates.
Taiwan’s pledge to expand imports strengthens export prospects for U.S. row crops, livestock products, and specialty commodities, while the USDA’s broader trade push seeks to diversify farm markets globally.
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