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Jim Wiesemeyer

Jim Wiesemeyer was a Pro Farmer contributor as the Washington Bureau Chief. His columns provided expertise and insight on farm policy, trade policy and Washington politics.

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John Deere
New Machinery
Deere’s Stock Price Pops After Company Reports Better-Than-Expected Q3 Earnings
This earnings beat led to a 5% increase in Deere’s stock price in premarket trading. However, the broader agricultural market remains challenging.
August 15, 2024 08:05 AM
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Used Machinery
Lower Used Equipment Prices Are Another Sign of the Challenges in the Ag Sector
Rising inventories and declining auction values strain dealers, farmers, and manufacturers, leading to layoffs and financial pressures across the industry.
August 14, 2024 02:41 PM
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Taxes and Finance
There Are New, Early Signs of Ag Sector Financial Pressure
A new Kansas City Fed report shows farm incomes continued to weaken, particularly in crop-heavy states like Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska, while cattle prices provided some support.
August 13, 2024 12:18 PM
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Taxes and Finance
How Agriculture Could Be Impacted by Any U.S. Recession
Recessions often lead to decreased demand for certain agricultural products, particularly those considered discretionary, such as cotton, dairy, specialty meat products and vegetables. This can result in lower prices for these commodities, affecting farmers’ revenues.
August 12, 2024 11:35 AM
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Drought
Politics
Some Farmers May Now Have to Repay the Emergency Relief Program Payments They Received From USDA
One of these conditions is the requirement that all eligible crops must be insured. This stipulation has led to some farmers being required to pay back ERP funds if it was found that even a single acre of marginal land was not insured, even if that land was not planted with a crop.
August 09, 2024 09:09 AM
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U.S. President Joe Biden travels to Minnesota
Politics
Harris Taps Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz As VP Pick, Can He Now Help Boost the Rural Vote?
Walz’s selection is seen as a strategic move to appeal to rural voters and progressives, given his track record of progressive policy achievements and his Midwestern charm.
August 06, 2024 01:52 PM
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Policy
U.S. Rejects Vietnam’s Bid for ‘Market Economy’ Status in Blow to Trade Ties
The classification would have boosted exports and reduced tariffs on goods from country that is rising supply chain alternative to China.
August 06, 2024 08:00 AM
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Farm Bill
Politics
CBO Estimate Shows House Ag Committee’s Farm Bill Would Increase Federal Budget Deficit by $33B Over 10 Years
House Ag Committee Chair GT Thompson (R-Pa.) believes the CBO’s methodology underestimates the potential savings criticized them for what he sees as a history of underestimating Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) outlays.
August 05, 2024 07:42 AM
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Policy
Black and Other Minority Farmers Receive $2 Billion from USDA
USDA has distributed $2.2 billion to 43,000 individuals who experienced discrimination in receiving USDA farm program services before January 2021. More than 23,000 individuals currently or previously involved in farming or ranching received between $10,000 and $500,000.
August 01, 2024 09:25 AM
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Taxes and Finance
Farmers Are Grappling With Another Price Hike, This Time It’s Property Insurance Costs On The Rise
Property insurance costs for farmers and ranchers have been increasing, driven by several factors, including climate change, market conditions, and rising production expenses.
July 24, 2024 07:20 AM
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