Rice
According to the Arkansas Farm Bureau, the rice harvest is progressing across the state after an uneven start in some rice fields this season.
With crop conditions, trade, and geopolitical developments all in focus, traders will be watching Friday’s WASDE report to see where the agricultural markets are headed next.
Louisiana estimates the storm caused $112 billion in agricultural losses and widespread damage to farm infrastructure.
Researchers say the new varieties offer improved disease resistance, grain quality and yield potential.
Lewis Williamson with HTS Commodities discusses current crop conditions, harvest progress, market trends, and the outlook for E15 fuel.
USDA says farmers and landowners have until Aug. 31 to review or dispute newly assigned base acres that could expand eligibility for farm safety net programs.
Farm leaders say rising costs and weak prices are forcing producers to reduce rice plantings.
Solid yields are providing some relief as one operation prepares to pass the farm to the next generation.
Harvest is underway, but producers say profitability remains a challenge.