World Bank: Commodity Prices to Drop Through 2024

Dan Agri-Business, Commodities, Economy, Field Crops, This Land of Ours

Look for a drop in commodity prices through next year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Global commodity prices are expected to drop this year at the fastest clip since the beginning of COVID-19. A World Bank report says that clouds the prospective growth of approximately two-thirds of the developing economies that depend on exports. The Commodity Markets …

Grain Futures Seeing Lower Prices

Dan Agri-Business, Beef, Cattle, Commodities, Corn, Economy, Field Crops, Marketing, Soybeans, Trade, Wheat

As of late, the grain trade has been nothing to get excited about. Mark Oppold says it’s almost like this year’s crop is already in the bin. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the …

PLC Discussed During a Farm Bill Listening Session

Dan Economy, Farm Bill, Field Crops, Legislative, Peanuts

The Price Loss Coverage (PLC) program was one issue brought up during a recent Farm Bill listening session. Tyron Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary …

Cotton Futures Trying to Rebound

Dan Commodities, Cotton, Economy

Cotton futures saw some low territory recently, but as Mark Oppold reports, indications are they are trying to rebound a bit. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida …

Florida Farmers Challenge Feds Over Wage Rule

Dan Citrus, Economy, Field Crops, Florida, Fruits, Labor and Immigration, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

(NSF/TALLAHASSEE/April 25, 2023) — Warning about a “looming disaster,” Florida farmers and agriculture groups have filed a lawsuit seeking to block a new federal rule about wages for farmworkers. The lawsuit, filed Friday in federal court in Tampa, centers on a minimum wage related to temporary farmworkers coming into the United States under what are known as H-2A visas. The …

Buying Opportunities for Cotton, Rebound in Cattle Trade

Dan Beef, Cattle, Cotton, Economy, Marketing

There could be some buying opportunities this week in the cotton trade. Mark Oppold looks at those possibilities, along with noting a rebound is expected in the cattle trade. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded …

Natural Gas May Get More Expensive in the Future

Dan Biofuels/Energy, Economy, This Land of Ours

You may pay more for one type of energy in the future. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Natural gas is an important source of energy for U.S. farms. While U.S. natural gas futures prices have fallen sharply recently, CoBank says higher prices and increased volatility could be on the long-term horizon as the energy transition accelerates and …

Florida Lawmakers Working to Finalize the Budget

Dan Economy, Florida, Florida Cattlemen's Association (FCA), Legislative, Regulation

Florida lawmakers will be working this week to finalize the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The 60-day legislative session is scheduled to end next week. Florida Cattlemen’s Association (FCA) Director of Governmental Affairs, Sam Ard, explains what should happen this week, and also provides an update on what is known as the Tax Exempt Ag Materials, or TEAM card. The new fiscal …

USDA Seeking Applications to Expand Conservation Assistance to Underserved Producers

Dan Conservation, Economy, Environment, USDA-NRCS

The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) reminds farmers and ranchers they are seeking applications for projects that will improve outreach to underserved producers. Specifically, USDA wants to improve outreach about conservation programs and services and opportunities for students to pursue careers in agriculture, natural resources and related sciences. NRCS is offering up to $70 million in cooperative agreements with entities for …

U.S. Meat Production and Price Forecasts

Dan Beef, Cattle, Economy, Exports/Imports, Livestock, Pork, Poultry

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released their April outlook for meat production, prices, and trade. Rod Bain notes the report provides a couple of tidbits regarding pork production and hog prices compared to the previous month. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary …