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USDA’s cattle inventory report confirmed contraction is taking place in the U.S. As economists weigh in on what the latest numbers may mean, one veteran economist thinks cattle prices could remain strong through Q4.
No matter where you travel across the country right now, farmers share similar concerns. The latest Ag Economy Barometer fell to its lowest reading since July 2020 as the input situation weighs outlooks.
Dept. of Commerce issued a preliminary determination this week showing urea nitrate from Russia and Trinidad and Tobago is being sold into the U.S. at less than fair value. The ruling could open the door for tariffs.
By any measure, natural disasters have increased in both frequency and severity around the world over the last several decades, in ways clearly linked to the advancing impacts of climate change.
While it still pops up in conversation, the “supply chain” has become our go-to explanation for things that are not our fault — and some that are.
Last year, prices rallied from January to May, and a repeat certainly is in the cards.
Overall, global pork imports and exports are predicted to decrease from 2021 levels, according to the latest outlook from Rabobank.
“You know, it is really clear that the Chinese haven’t met their commitment in Phase 1,” Bianchi said.
Belarus is working with other countries to sell its potash internationally.
Rep. Garamendi says the USDA partnership with the Port of Oakland “isn’t going to solve the problem” because shippers deliver product to the U.S. and leave ports with empty containers.