What Does Credit Say About The Farm Economy?
Farmers are borrowing more than ever, and those interest rates are hitting record highs. Experts say it's time to talk about what that means for agriculture.
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Farm Income, Production Costs Continue To Climb
Farm income is sliding downward even as some commodity prices tick up. Production costs are the real problem, hitting record highs.
Rural America Needs Help Farm Bureau Stresses
An agricultural economist with the American Farm Bureau broke down why so many farmers are struggling right now — and why recent federal funding, while helpful, may not be enough to close the gap.
Your 4th Of July BBQ Will Cost More This Year
Families planning 4th of July cookouts will notice a slight increase in grocery costs this year, with the average bill for ten guests hitting about $73.82.
AFBF Encouraged By Recent Trade Meeting With China
Trade tensions appear to be slowly thawing between the United States and China, following last week’s meeting in Beijing
Farmers Continue To Get Less Of Every Food Dollar Spent
It's eye-opening to realize just how little farmers actually earn from our food dollars. Let’s break down this troubling trend.
Iran War Pushing Up Fertilizer Prices
As farmers prepare for spring, they’re navigating more than just soil and seeds. Fertilizer prices are on the rise, and the stakes are higher than normal.
AFBF Survey Shows Slight Decrease In Thanksgiving Prices
Every year, volunteer shoppers from the American Farm Bureau Federation help determine the average cost of feeding ten people for a Thanksgiving meal.