Crops
The total value of the U.S. potato crop was $4.60 billion in 2024, representing an 8% decrease from the previous year.
“Ethanol is so important to farmers, corn farmers, but all farmers, because a rising tide lifts all ships.”
Grains and Commodities
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig discusses market conditions, policy priorities, and his outlook for agriculture moving forward.
Record ethanol production and improving blending demand continue to support corn usage despite rising short-term inventories.
A disciplined, breakeven-based marketing plan helps protect margins and reduce risk, even when markets remain unpredictable.
Specialty Crops
Lower production is tightening honey supplies across markets.
Vive’s Art Graves shared insights on the new Phobos FC 360 foliar fungicide, its advantages for Canadian growers, early performance results, and the company’s ongoing commitment to advanced crop protection solutions.
Acre reporting is crucial to maximize specialty crop aid.
