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The January Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor shows high input costs, weak prices, policy uncertainty and eroding trust in data have pushed many producers from planning for profitability to fighting for survival.

Feb. 10, 2026

Feb. 10, 2026

Feb. 10, 2026

The change results in a slightly lower carryout compared to previous expectations

While some producers managed to stay profitable in 2025, most struggled under tight margins, making them the exception rather than the rule, according to ag lender Alan Hoskins.

USDA increased its estimate for corn exports by 100 million bu. to 3.3 billion bushels.

Feb. 10, 2026

New Farm Journal research explores six keys highlighting consolidation risk, regional divides and expansion sweet spots in a shifting landscape that prioritizes integrity and a tech mindset.

In addition to higher farm payments and better crop insurance, Paul Neiffer says the most overlooked impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill could be how farmers structure their operations.