US row crop planted acres are contracting in 2026. According to the USDA’s Prospective Plantings report released March 31, farmers intend to seed 95.3 million acres of corn, a 3 percent drop…
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Profits Could Swing Big As Farmers Ditch Corn for Massive Soybean Surge
U.S. farmers are signaling a notable shift toward soybeans for the 2026 planting season. Recent surveys indicate soybean plantings could rise about 6 percent from 2025 levels to around 86 million acres….
Australian Farmers Brace for Fertilizer Crisis as Iran War Collides with Mysterious Plant Shutdown
Australian farmers are staring down a severe fertilizer shortage that threatens to hammer crop yields at the worst possible moment. The ongoing war with Iran has already slashed imports of vital urea…
Row Crop Commodities Could Rocket Higher in 2026 Due to Sustainable Fuels Legislation and Middle East Turmoil
Soybean futures have pushed decisively above the $12 per bushel mark, while corn prices continue to edge higher in early trading. With fresh momentum building around sustainable fuels legislation, the row crop…
Will There Be Tariff Refunds for American Ag Businesses?
In a significant development for American agriculture, Senate Democrats are pressing the Trump administration to refund billions in tariffs deemed illegal by the Supreme Court. The ruling struck down President Trump’s use…
Mounting Uncertainty Over Tariffs, Farm Bill Delays Leaves Farmers Struggling to Plan for 2026 Season
Farmers heading into spring preparations for the 2026 crop year face a familiar and deeply frustrating obstacle, with Washington politics that refuse to deliver clear, consistent direction. With planting decisions, input purchases,…
What 5 Million Fewer Corn Acres Means for Farmers
The USDA revealed at its Ag Outlook Forum that U.S. farmers plan to cut corn acres by 4.8 million in 2026, dropping to just 94 million after last year’s record 98.8 million….
Rail Fee Lawsuit Shakes Up Grain Shipping in the Plains
In a move that could transform the landscape of grain transportation for farmers in the Great Plains, a group of agribusinesses and producers has filed a lawsuit challenging what they call anticompetitive…
Soybeans Surge Past $11: A Beacon of Hope in a Challenging Ag Economy
In a surprising turn for the agricultural markets, soybean prices have soared past $11 per bushel, marking a significant rally that has captured the attention of farmers and traders alike. This surge,…
Reclaiming Wheat Means Better Health and Stronger Markets
Wheat has long been a cornerstone of the American diet, yet in recent years it has gained an undeserved reputation as something to avoid in pursuit of health. From low-carb trends to…