Farm Economy

Volatile weather patterns are likely to persist in 2012.
Many questions surround the availability of trading funds from MF Global account holders.
Spring corn calls at $11 per bushel evoke concerns.
Hay
A booming overseas market for alfalfa is a key driver not only for baler manufacturers but also hay exporters.
Hay
It’s still a volatile weather market for dairy producers who rely on purchased hay.
Limited supplies, renewed dairy demand set the stage for 2011 prices to reach second-highest level ever
The owners of Smith Family Farms in Rochester, Indiana took a risk and diversified to find a way to be collection point for high oleic soybeans.AgDay national reporter Betsy Jibben talks with Luke Smith and Kevin Smith.
Mexico’s economy recovers, but ag challenges remain
Imports from Mexico blamed.
Advocates: Hemp could again dominate Pennsylvania fields
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