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The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) has issued a stark warning to the White House, highlighting the growing economic crisis facing corn producers across the country. In a formal letter, the NCGA detailed how rising fertilizer prices, compounded by low corn prices and trade uncertainty, are creating a dangerous situation for rural America. The letter states: “Unfortunately, the combination of …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is reporting a notable improvement in drought conditions affecting cattle and hay production as the country enters August. In a recent update, USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey highlighted how reduced drought pressure is benefiting both sectors—particularly across the Great Plains, a region heavily dependent on grazing and forage. “Cattle and hay numbers for the month …
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has initiated a Section 301 investigation into Brazil’s unfair trade practices, with a sharp focus on agricultural products—especially beef. Southeast AgNet’s Dale Sandlin sat down with Kent Backus, Executive Director of Government Affairs at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), to discuss the implications for the U.S. cattle industry and the broader …
Fed Likely to Hold Rates Steady, Despite Potential Dissent As the Federal Reserve Board prepares to conclude its latest policy meeting, expectations are high that interest rates will remain unchanged. However, this anticipated outcome is not without controversy within the board itself. According to market indicators such as the CME FedWatch Tool, there is a 96 to 97 percent probability …
Peanut Market Strong Despite Dry Conditions, USDA Predicts Increased Use and Stock Levels The U.S. peanut industry remains in a favorable position according to the latest USDA estimates, with strong demand projections and the largest stockpile in two decades. However, timely rainfall is still needed to ensure crop development remains on track. Peanut Crop Holding Steady, But Rain Needed As …
Cattle Markets Climb While Grains Struggle in July Trading Live and Feeder Cattle Among Top Gainers as Month Closes As July trading draws to a close, live and feeder cattle are finishing the month strong, according to the latest commodity update from Southeast AgNet’s Bottom Line Report. With only two trading days remaining, both live cattle and feeder cattle are …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its latest update on egg production, revealing a significant year-over-year decline in output and layer numbers across the country. Southeast AgNet’s Dale Sandlin reports: Total Egg Production Down 6% According to the USDA report, total U.S. egg production fell to 8.59 billion eggs last month, marking a 6% decrease compared to the …
Global Peanut Exports Stay Strong Despite Market Concerns Overview of Global Peanut Export Trends Despite concerns over international tariffs potentially hindering the peanut trade, recent export data shows that global demand for U.S. peanuts remains solid. According to Tyron Spearman with Southeast AgNet, the export market from August through April is only down 17% compared to the same period last …
Rain Needed Across the Peanut Belt Peanut farmers across the southeastern United States have planted another record amount of acreage this year, continuing a trend of growth in U.S. peanut production. However, this increased planting comes with a caveat — growers in major producing states like Georgia, Florida, Alabama, and South Carolina are in urgent need of rain. These four …
U.S. Advances Trade Relations with Europe, Japan, and Indonesia The Trump administration recently unveiled several international trade agreements, featuring notable developments for the U.S. agricultural sector. These deals—finalized with the European Union, Japan, and Indonesia—aim to bolster American exports, reduce trade deficits, and eliminate long-standing tariff and non-tariff barriers. Each agreement is strategically designed to create expanded market access for …
