wheat

The United States is looking for proof Russia is upholding its end of a Turkish-brokered deal to free up Ukrainian grain exports.  The agreement, if kept, could partially end a months-long Russian blockade of ports that remain under Ukraine’s control, especially the port of Odessa. “To da...

As we conclude our six-part Northwest Farm Credit Services quarterly commodity snapshot series, we take a look at wheat and hay.  Bill Perry, Vice President at Northwest Farm Credit Services, said the 12-month outlook anticipates profitable returns for wheat producers. “...

The world needs wheat, especially in with Russia's invasion of Ukraine ongoing.  But, it looks like global production is going in the wrong direction, and will fall below expectations in the year ahead. Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski said global production will come in at a bit more than 771.5 mi...

The top economist for the American Farm Bureau predicts fuel and fertilizer prices will stay high the next couple of years as commodity prices further squeeze farm margins.  Roger Cryan said input inflation spurring higher interest rates will make farming more expensive, and may stick around into 2024. “...

According to NASS, winter wheat production across the three Northwest states is up 64% year-over-year, while spring wheat production is up 36% for Washington and Idaho. Based on July 1st conditions, Idaho’s winter wheat production is forecast at 65.5 mil...

U.S. grain exports in-all-forms totaled 96 million metric tons during the first nine months of the current marketing year.  The exports to 145 countries are just under the total at the same point in the previous marketing year. Increased grain exports to Mexico, Canada, and Colombia helped to offset year-to-date losses in China and Japan. Tho...

A number of factors are sending up red flags about slowing economic activity and a potential oncoming recession.  A CoBank report said inflation is the largest red flag, and the Fed is ready to raise rates until it believes inflation has been controlled. “Ware...

During the summer months, crops face a variety of stressors.  Dawn Brunmeier talks about how Helena can help producers mitigate those challenges, allowing for great yields.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsqu...

According to NASS, wheat in storage across the Northwest dropped 27% year-over-year. In Washington, wheat stored in all positions totaled 32.0 million bushels, down from 45.6 million bushels a year ago.  Off-farm stocks were down 25%, while on-farm stocks were down 86% compared to the previous year. ...

The Food and Drug Administration recently concluded it has no further questions regarding the safety of drought-tolerant HB4 wheat, developed by Bioceres Crop Solutions Corp.  In response, U.S. Wheat Associates and the National Association of Wheat Growers issued a joint statement this week.  The gro...