Two new studies from Locus Ag and Pivot Bio found the use of biological products consistently increased yields in a variety of crops across a range of growing conditions.
USDA’s Ag Outlook Forum pointed to a 3% increase in total planted acres of corn, soybean and wheat acres, a signal that stocks will grow in 2023. Market analysts say traders may be shifting their focus to new crop.
A year ago, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine injected uncertainty about global grain supplies into the market. Today, initial concerns have been squashed by the reality of record exports from the Black Sea Region.
Despite weather trends, planting projections for 2023 find corn, wheat and soybeans similar to 2022, for a combined 228 million acres—a 3% increase from 2022.
What will the next decade hold for your farm? What factors should you use to weigh investments or crop planning? Here are five trends and data sets to ponder from USDA's latest Agricultural Baseline Projections.
To combat volatile weather, mitigate rising input costs and meet agronomic goals, producers are making choices geared toward soil health. Here are insights and tips from three of those producers.
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Although China imported more than $205 billion worth of agricultural products in 2021, including more than $37 billion from the U.S., trade barriers deterred China’s imports from reaching even higher levels.
Wheat producers rely primarily on public sector research for crop breeding improvements. A new GMO wheat incorporating drought tolerance has been approved for planting in Argentina, but not yet produced for market.
Satellite imagery, communications intercepts and human intelligence proving Russia had plans to invade Ukraine was presented to U.S. officials in Oct. 2021. When briefed to NATO allies, some thought it was bogus.
The start of summer also ushers in the steady rhythm of wheat harvest across the plains. What typically is picture-perfect setting of beauty from amber waves of grain is one that shows the scars of drought.
With little to no diesel readily available to fuel harvest, wheat and other grains languish in the country's fields. One analyst says he expects the global wheat market will be shorted 10 million metric tons.
With threats to global food supplies, ag companies are stepping up to ensure wheat has a seat at everyone’s table. Embrapa is taking a shot at filling the wheat void through GMO wheat trials.
U.S. estimates show global wheat levels are stockpiled at 33% of annual consumption. Gro Intelligence says the world’s numerous economic crises prove government estimates are “not adding up.”
Russia is ready to provide a humanitarian corridor for vessels carrying food to leave Ukraine, in return for the lifting of some sanctions, Interfax news agency reported, citing Russian Deputy Foreign Minister.
Russian wheat export prices rose last week following higher wheat prices in Paris, analysts said on Monday, adding that the country's exports continued to slow down due to seasonal factors.
U.S. wheat futures fell sharply on Wednesday following a report about efforts by the United Nations to restore Ukraine grain shipments along with news of potential Russian wheat exports.
What's included in the White House's recent Ukraine aid proposal? AgriTalk Host Chip Flory reads between the lines with the Biden administration's Candace Vahlsing, as industry leaders examine the potential consequences.