Linda H. Smith

Linda writes about the commodities market for AgWeb.com.

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After all the hoopla about this morning’s USDA reports, we know one thing: They are outdated and they will change. Let’s look beyond the published numbers.
Here are four ways to keep your eye on the profit prize.
Trade disruptions in energy, fertilizer and grains are inevitable. In fact, effects are likely to last for years, possibly even decades.
Before Putin’s forces even breached the Ukraine border, fear and speculation drove commodity prices skyward. Concerns are warranted.
We could be headed for a volatile year – or more – in both ag commodities and energy. Here are just a few reasons for strong prices.
Hopes for docile agriculture markets in 2022 have already been blown out of the water. Instead, we could be headed for a volatile year – or more.
Nearly two years after COVID-19 invaded our world, we are still living with its disruptions, but we should not overlook the more traditional factors also at play.
Prepare for new accounting methods for your farm.
The Chinese pork industry has been transforming — with the shift from backyard farms to megafarms — ASF accelerated the change.
Given stubborn demand, the answer hangs on 2021 crops.