Farm Futures

08/07/2025

“These markets scare me” – The impossible math of sub-$4 corn
Morning market analysis: Corn futures extend bounce from sub-$4 level

“These markets scare me:” The impossible math of sub-$4 corn; corn futures extend bounce from sub-$4 level

08/06/2025

Weather drives plant-health application decisions
Between the Fencerows: Timely herbicide applications and strategic field management decisions keep this operation moving forward despite weather challenges.

Explore a farmer's busy week of spraying, w**d control, and clean-up tasks as the family prepares for the upcoming school year and fall season.

08/06/2025

Corn yield projections: USDA vs. market expectations
Ag Marketing IQ In Depth Video: Naomi Blohm, senior market advisor at Total Farm Marketing discusses how USDA’s Aug. 12 reports especially grain yield projections could impact corn & soybean futures.

Market analyst Naomi Blohm explains why USDA will likely increase corn yield estimates on August 12, potentially pressuring prices despite strong demand fundamentals, while soybean markets face a critical juncture with prices hinging entirely on whether China returns as a buyer.

08/05/2025

Polaris unveils new entry-level side-by-side
Tomorrow’s Technology Today: These products aim to enhance productivity through versatility, instant field measurements and around-the-clock environmental monitoring without requiring internet connectivity.

These products aim to enhance farm productivity through practical versatility, instant field measurements and around-the-clock environmental monitoring without requiring internet connectivity.

08/05/2025

Will WASDE reshape the corn outlook?
Ag Marketing IQ: Corn futures remain stagnant as traders anticipate the Aug. 12 report that might confirm or challenge current yield estimates of 181 bushels per acre.

Farmers await USDA's August WASDE report for updated corn yield estimates. Current 181 bpa projection could impact prices and ending stocks.

08/05/2025

Hidden debts, Broken trust: When family farms face financial secrets
Road Warrior: Economic stress reveals both financial problems and relationship fractures.

Road Warrior: Economic stress reveals both financial problems and relationship fractures.

08/05/2025

Crop progress: Corn quality steady and solid
Ratings are at their highest early-August levels since 2018.

Latest USDA crop progress report reveals steady corn conditions, improved soybean ratings and winter wheat harvest approaching completion.

08/05/2025

Are record corn crop expectations premature?
Ag Marketing IQ: A Kansas State University Extension economist warns too much rainfall could threaten yield potential despite USDA projections of record-breaking grain crop production.

Ag Marketing IQ: A Kansas State University Extension economist warns too much rainfall could threaten yield potential despite USDA projections of record-breaking grain crop production. Markets fixated on bumper crops overlook tight ending stocks and strong demand while farmers face storage decisions...

08/04/2025

What does USDA’s reorganization plan mean for farmers?
Former USDA official blasts plan while Senate demands answers.

Deputy Secretary Vaden defends USDA's $4 billion reorganization plan, which includes relocating staff and consolidating offices, amid criticism from senators.

08/04/2025

Seed sorting process stands test of time
Farmer Iron: Farmer embraces old-fashioned mechanical seed cleaner, he calls “an air hockey table on steroids.”

Discover why some farmers are sticking with legacy equipment, finding reliability and cost-effectiveness in older machines amid technological advancements.

08/04/2025

New high by Aug. 12?
Ag Marketing IQ: WASDE and crop production reports on Aug. 12 are expected to top the charts. Weather patterns supporting exceptional corn development have analysts projecting record-breaking national yields.

Wet July and high crop ratings suggest potential for record-breaking corn yields, but August weather remains crucial for final harvest outcomes.

07/30/2025

Agriculture is a top target for terrorists according to the FBI. What can you do to protect your farm?

Listen in to this episode of FP Next, powered by John Deere: https://www.farmprogress.com/farm-business/are-terrorists-coming-for-your-farm-