Ag cycles point to long stretch of depressed prices

The cyclical nature of agriculture can help project how long grain markets might remain in a slump.  Northstar Commodity senior market analyst Mark Schultz says commodity prices are coming off a big runup similar to a surge in 1996. “We saw corn go up to $4.60, we then sat into about a three to five-year…… Continue Reading

Iraq resumes purchases of U.S. rice

An international trade policy director with USA Rice says the fourth largest market for U.S. rice can now resume its purchases of the commodity. Karah Janevicius says “it’s a win-win for farmers, millers, merchants and the rest of the supply chain.” Since 2021, USA rice and Al Awees, the entity purchasing U.S. rice on behalf…… Continue Reading

Rice harvest starts strong in Arkansas

Rice harvest is underway in Arkansas and extension specialist Jarrod Hardke says it’s earlier than normal.  “There’s a lot more rice scattered around up and down the state, all the way up to the Missouri Bootheel, because of how early rice was planted. They can start this week.” Hardke with University of Arkansas System Division…… Continue Reading

Fertilizer prices not lowest, but better than previous years

The senior director of plant foods for MFA Incorporated, an ag cooperative based in Missouri and adjacent states, says most fertilizer values heading into fall aren’t at their lowest, but the outlook is better than previous years. Chris DeMoss says “in time, fertilizer values will have to reflect commodity values. It just won’t always happen…… Continue Reading

Bringing healthier, local foods to schools

The USDA has issued more than $14 million in farm-to-school grants that will support 154 projects in 43 states. Fiona Munro, who is based in central Illinois, says the grants build on a program that’s brought gardens and ag education materials to every school district campus. AUDIO: Healthy Living on farm-to-school grants The post Bringing…… Continue Reading

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