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Looking Ahead at More Reports

Dan Commodities, Corn, Economy, Field Crops

Now that the monthly crop report has been released, many traders are looking forward to more reports yet this week. Mark Oppold has information about what’s ahead.  Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida …

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Slight Improvement in Farmer Sentiment

Dan Agri-Business, Economy

Farmer sentiment did see a slight improvement in July as the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer index rose 8 points to 113. The Index of Current Conditions was up 10 points to 100, and the Index of Future Expectations was 7 points higher than a month earlier.  The July survey showed that high input costs remained the biggest concern for 34% of …

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Record or Near Record Crops on the Way

Dan Commodities, Corn, Economy, Field Crops, Soybeans, Wheat

USDAs Crop Report is expected to confirm that record, or near record, corn and soybean crops are indeed on the way. Mark Oppold discusses the estimates. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle …

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Breakdown of Farm Production Expenditures

Dan Economy, This Land of Ours

A breakdown of farm production expenditures. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s latest look at farm production expenditures in total and by various categories gives insight into the economics of farming around the nation. USDA-NASS Administrator Joseph Parsons says California leads in expenses. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef …

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Anticipating Monday’s USDA Crop Report

Dan Cattle, Commodities, Corn, Economy, Field Crops, Marketing, Pork, Soybeans

The USDA Crop Report should keep grain and livestock futures in a narrow range. Mark Oppoold has the report. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend …

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It’s Called a VIX

Dan Agri-Business, Economy

Created by the Chicago Board of Trade in 1993, it’s called a VIX. Mark Oppold explains what oit is, and the purpose of it in relation to our economy. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember …

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Impacts of Hurricane Debby on Agriculture

Dan Agri-Business, Economy, This Land of Ours

The impacts of Hurricane Debby on agriculture. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. How have crops and livestock been affected so far by what was Hurricane Debby, and how could its remnants impact ag along its path? Rod Bain tells us. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, …

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USDA Assists Farmers, Ranchers, and Communities Affected by Hurricane Debby

Dan Agri-Business, Aquaculture, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Crop Insurance, Dairy, Economy, Equine, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, Fruits, Funding, Georgia, Hemp, Herbs, Livestock, Peanuts, Pecans, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, USDA, USDA-FSA, Vegetables, Wheat

(USDA/WASHINGTON, August 7, 2024) — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has directed the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to aid recovery efforts for farmers, ranchers and residents affected by Hurricane Debby, which continues its track up the East Coast. USDA staff in offices across the country are ready to respond with a variety of program flexibilities and other assistance to producers and …

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Big Crops Get Bigger

Dan Cattle, Commodities, Corn, Field Crops, Marketing, Pork, Soybeans, Wheat

More private crop estimates are being released ahead of next Monday’s USDA report. There’s an old trade axium “Big Crops Get Bigger” which is certainly evident this year. Mark Oppold has the report. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, …

FDACS Announces Natural Disaster Recovery Loan Program to Open for Florida Farmers Impacted by Hurricane Debby

Dan Agri-Business, Economy, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), Funding, Industry

~ Beginning next week, Florida farmers impacted by Hurricane Debby can apply for low-interest and interest-free loans ~ (FDACS/TALLAHASSEE, FL/Aug 6, 2024) — Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced that Florida farmers, ranchers, and growers impacted by Hurricane Debby will be able to apply for low-interest and interest-free loans beginning next week through the Agriculture and Aquaculture Producers Natural …