State of the Corn Economy

Dan Corn, National Corn Growers Association (NCGA)

In the third quarter of 2023, the corn sector wrapped up the 2022-2023 marketing year and entered the 2023-204 marketing year. Geopolitical tensions and international dynamics continue to be factors in the market. Looking ahead, a National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) webinar says the war in Israel could have larger implications for corn if it spreads throughout the Middle East. …

Looking Ahead at 2024 Crop Acreage

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

While harvest of the 2023 crop is not quite over yet, some analysts are already predicting the 2024 acreage numbers. Mark Oppold runs through some of those. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

USDA Trims America’s Feed Grain Supplies

Dan Commodities, Corn, Economy, Wheat

USDA is forecasting October U.S. feed grain production at 396.6 million tons for the 2023-2024 marketing year, down 1.8 million tons on reduced corn and sorghum output. With lower beginning stocks partly offset by a slight bump in imports, the total feed grain supply is projected 4.1 million tons lower this month at 436 million. Reflecting a slight yield decrease …

Sunbelt Ag Expo Kicks Off Today

Dan Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Georgia, Peanuts, Soybeans, Sunbelt Ag Expo, Wheat

The weather forecast looks great for the 2023 Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie, Georgia. Those attending this year’s event will be able to learn about the latest technological advancements. Tyron Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Economists Discuss Additional Revenue Streams in Agriculture

Dan Agri-Business, Corn, Economy, Exports/Imports, Field Crops

Top agricultural economists answer the question of what the upcoming possibilities for new revenue streams for farmers are. The question was posed during the recent Agri-Pulse Ag Outlook Forum. National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) Lead Economist, Krista Swanson said a new type of aviation fuel is one stream. “Our market development action team recently had a study done and as …