Spring Fieldwork Progress Mixed As Moisture Slows Activity
Farm Bureau Economist Dr. Faith Parum warns farmers to brace for more losses as the war in Iran sends shockwaves through the ag economy and raises input costs even further.
Fewer DEF-related shutdowns could mean more uptime during planting and harvest seasons.
Acre shifts reflect margins, costs, and market opportunities.
Dry conditions remain a concern as Texas farmers prepare for another planting season.
The USDA’s upcoming reports will drop on Tuesday afternoon, giving the trade real results on acreage shifts, drought concerns, and ongoing trade tensions, adding uncertainty for U.S. farmers.
Spring Fieldwork Advances As Weather Patterns Shift Nationwide
Brooks York with AgriSompo addresses how current market conditions and risk management are impacted by volatility in the Middle East, and considerations for farmers in the spring planting season.
Reported results include stronger in-season nitrogen response, average yield gains of more than seven bushels per acre and more than $18 per acre in net return.