USDA’s Farm Expenditures Report Shows A Few Surprises
Crop input costs, covering chemicals, fertilizers, and seeds, came in around $70 billion in 2025, making up roughly a third of what crop farms spend each year.
Justin Benevidez
Wheat Production Down To The Lowest Level Since 1970
Drought conditions are hitting hard red winter wheat production, with this year's yield forecasted at a record low, reflecting the toughest challenges faced by farmers in decades.
Big Drop In Winter Wheat Numbers Due To Grain Plains Dryness
With harvested acreage at a decade low, Midwest winter wheat farmers are feeling the heat.
How Can Crop and Livestock Reports Be Improved?
The USDA is looking to farmers for input on improving data collection. This could really change how market information is reported and used.
USDA Touts Trade Successes At Ag Forum
USDA's Luke Lindberg & USTR's Julie Callahan discussed "examples of recent successes" when it came to reciprocal trade at the Ag Outlook Forum.
USDA’s Chief Economist Takes A Look At The Year Ahead
From corn to cotton, the latest updates from the Agriculture Outlook Forum could impact your grocery bill. Let’s take a closer look.
Ag Outlook Forum Registration Currently Open
USDA is getting geared up for the 102nd annual Agricultural Outlook Forum coming up next month, and registration is already open.
Benevidez Named New USDA Chief Economist
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins announced Tuesday that Dr. Justin Benevidez will take over for Dr. Seth Meyer who recently left the Department of Ag to join the University of Missouri