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Two Different Farm Economies: Row Crops Face Challenges While Livestock Sees Gains
Week of September 28th

Two Different Farm Economies: Row Crops Face Challenges While Livestock Sees Gains

"American agriculture shows a clear divide between crop and livestock sectors...."

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Wisconsin Livestock Farmers Face Crippling Regulatory Fee Hikes
Week of September 16th

Wisconsin Livestock Farmers Face Crippling Regulatory Fee Hikes

"Wisconsin livestock farmers are getting hammered by the most extreme regulatory fee increases in state agricultural history..."

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From Floods to Drought: Farming in the Age of Weather Extremes
Week of September 7th

From Floods to Drought: Farming in the Age of Weather Extremes

"This kind of whiplash isn’t new, but it’s happening more often. One year it’s too wet, the next it’s too dry..."

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Wind and Solar on the Farm: How Federal Policy Changes Affect Lease Payments
Week of August 24th

Wind and Solar on the Farm: How Federal Policy Changes Affect Lease Payments

"Farmers across the country have been receiving lease offers from solar companies ranging from..."

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War in Ukraine and how the future of the conflict will impact farmers
Week of August 17th

War in Ukraine and how the future of the conflict will impact farmers

"After Trump and Putin's meeting last Friday, Ukraine's future remains uncertain..."

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Trade deals, livestock processing issues, and Tar Spot spreading
Week of August 10th

Trade deals, livestock processing issues, and Tar Spot spreading

"President Trump's latest "reciprocal" tariff announcement adds another layer of complexity..."

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Trade deals promise billions, but money isn't in your pocket yet
Week of August 3rd

Trade deals promise billions, but money isn't in your pocket yet

"Indonesia's deal involves $4.5 billion in agricultural purchases, including soybeans..."

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Oregon legislators are clashing with farmers
Week of July 27th

Oregon legislators are clashing with farmers

"Senator Mike Lee's (R-Utah) proposal to sell public land was withdrawn on June 28, 2025..."

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Pacific Northwest Faces Third Year of Catastrophic Drought
Week of July 20th

Pacific Northwest Faces Third Year of Catastrophic Drought

"The Yakima Basin received only 45% of its normal water supply allocation for July..."

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Farm Security and Land Rights Under Pressure
Week of July 13th

Farm Security and Land Rights Under Pressure

"Agriculture Secretary Rollins announced a sweeping National Farm Security Action Plan..."

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Big Beutiful Bill Agriculture Implications
Week of July 6th

Big Beutiful Bill Agriculture Implications

"The National Cattlemen's Beef Association praised the legislation for protecting family farmers..."

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Domestic reaction to the Iranian bombings
Week of June 29th

Domestic reaction to the Iranian bombings

"Domestically, American farmers face mounting pressures from multiple fronts. Farm-level cattle prices have surged..."

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Market Intelligence - June 14th
Week of June 14th

Market Intelligence - June 14th

"Wheat health rebounds—USDA reports 54% of winter wheat rated good/excellent..."

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Market Intelligence - June 1st
Week of June 1st

Market Intelligence - June 1st

"Corn futures paused a steep sell-off as planting season progressed, finding support after speculative funds..."

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Market Intelligence - May 18th
Week of May 18th

Market Intelligence - May 18th

"Agricultural markets showed mixed signals this week ahead of the Memorial Day holiday. July corn traded around..."

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Market Intelligence - May 12th
Week of May 12th

Market Intelligence - May 12th

"Agricultural markets showed notable shifts this past week. Corn futures stabilized at $4.85 per bushel after..."

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