Crops
As labor shortages continue to reshape production agriculture, H-2A employment will likely remain an essential part of many farming operations. But the program’s payroll tax rules differ significantly from those applicable to domestic agricultural employees.
CSX grain carloads have remained stable, but train speeds have slowed and origin dwell times have increased.
Senate lawmakers push for stronger specialty crop support as Farm Bill negotiations continue and farmers urge Congress to act before the August recess.
Grain markets are watching China’s soybean buying commitments and worsening Corn Belt weather as analysts assess the outlook for crop yields, prices, and U.S. supply heading into harvest.
A major Kansas City wheat options trade is fueling speculation that some traders are positioning for higher prices.
Schoolhouse Farms spent four years bringing the patriotic display to life ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary.
RealAg Radio host Shaun Haney discusses the Louis Dreyfus expansion in Yorkton, the continued growth of Canada’s domestic canola crushing, and the outlook for pulse proteins.
Persistent drought and weak market conditions are forcing growers to rethink long-standing practices.
Industry officials say the move could lead to additional purchases of U.S. cotton in the coming months.
Drought, Heat, And Markets Shape Weekly Farm Conditions
Analysts say growers should base marketing decisions on profitable returns rather than one high-profile options trade.
USDA projects the smallest U.S. rice crop since 1987 as acreage continues to decline.
Weak hog prices and rising production could reshape China’s demand for imported meat and feed grains.
Dr. Faith Parum discusses fertilizer market conditions, Farm Bureau’s new strategic fertilizer report, and policy options to strengthen the U.S. fertilizer supply chain.
The delegation toured farms, fields and grain facilities to learn more about U.S. wheat and export opportunities.
Grains and Commodities
Officials say the compact grain vacuum could become an important tool for fire departments.
Possible El Niño conditions could slow grain shipments through the key export route.
Higher blending targets could boost soybean oil demand while challenging renewable diesel and biodiesel producers.
Specialty Crops
The sap-feeding insect weakens sugarcane and is adding new treatment costs for growers.
New USDA data show growers rely on layered pest management strategies alongside crop protection products.
Growers got a firsthand look at new varieties and the research shaping Louisiana’s next sugarcane crop.
