Economists Predict the Farm Economy Will Stabilize in 2026

Agricultural economists are predicting that the slide in the U.S. farm economy will stop in this year.  However, AgWeb said that doesn’t mean the Ag economy will be whole again.

The December Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor showed monthly sentiment is getting stronger, but there are challenges remaining, especially in the row crop sector.  AgWeb said there’s “cautious optimism,” but most economists don’t believe that 2026 will usher in a strong rebound without relief from the high costs of inputs or stronger commodity demand in other markets.

54% of surveyed economists said the economy is better than a month ago.  Compared to last year, 42% say conditions are worse, and 33% say things are better.

Looking ahead to the next year, 46% expect conditions won’t change, 38% expect things to improve, and 15% expect economic conditions to get worse.

Click Here to read that AgWeb article.

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