Agriculture News
Hillari and Bill cover the market-driving events of last week, and Spencer discusses what lower cotton acreage means in the acreage competition.
Spencer recaps the market action from last week with Bill, and Lane gives an in-depth look at how stocks-to-use ratios may influence price action.
The proclamation authorizes an 80,000 metric ton increase in in-quota lean beef trimmings imports in 2026. Economists say retail beef prices are unlikely to drop without impacting producers.
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Tight cattle supplies, delayed herd rebuilding and resilient beef demand point to continued market strength, with economists saying higher cattle price highs in 2026 are still on the table.
Direct government payments projected to rise 45%
Despite shifting market signals, some economists predict corn will remain the undisputed king of the acreage race.
Area impacted by abnormal dryness or drought was up 3% from last week
Economics, yields leave corn with an edge despite high input costs
Lower condition ratings released on Monday failed to lift futures so far
USDA data points to possible early rebuilding signs; but financial barriers remain