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Spencer Langford

Economist, Pro Farmer

Spencer Langford grew up on a dairy and tobacco farm in central Kentucky. After that, he attended Western Kentucky University and received a B.S. in Agribusiness while also publishing research on small farmers financial well-being. Following graduation Spencer worked for USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service for 5 years where he primarily worked on row crop and livestock estimates across the Delta and Mid-South states.

Major row crops generally saw funds go long
Record-setting warm weather drove the increase
USDA reports multiple soybean flash sales
Strong harvests pressure wheat at ports around the world
Higher volume should resume following the holiday
Data for the final quarter of the year will likely determine if the deficit narrows
American Soybean Association president was thrust into the spotlight as farmers dealt with trade-war toll