.@AgEconomists says volatility in the #energy market could have a significant impact on farmers' bottom line in 2026.
Full story and interview below @brownfield#agnews
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@drbrock37@openingprint I’m never sure what price farmers end up paying - the price when loaded onto the ship or prevailing prices when farmers ask for a price quote.
Agree on next year- especially if natural gas prices (and shipping cost) are high
44% of US urea imports happen between March and May.
Also relevant:
— Around 1/3 of US urea is imported.
— Urea accounts for 25% of US fertilizer usage.
How do NH3, Urea & UAN imports shift through the year? 📊 Our chart shows the seasonality of U.S. nitrogen imports, crucial amid current market risks. Dive into the data: https://t.co/lU3YgVsuRE #AgTrends#Fertilizer
U.S. corn exports are projected to hit 3.3B bushels in 2025/26! 🌽 Who’s buying? Our new series starts with a look at key trade partners. See the chart & read more: https://t.co/83TJICwtlm #AgTrends#CornExports
Farm managers spend a lot of time focused on the cost on the left, but fixed costs on the right are also large AND are highly variable across farms (especially equipment expense).
In the long run, cost advantages are more likely to be found within the fixed cost structure.
Corn production costs vary widely! 🌽 Equipment and rent can be up to 45% and 40% higher than average. Benchmark your expenses and find savings with our latest insights: https://t.co/zQCfzlrGVV #AgTrends
Tips for farmers to quickly regain profitability
Ag Marketing IQ In Depth: Economist David Widmar uses lessons from POW Jim Stockdale on grounding optimism in resolve to suggest a solid plan for farmers navigating a tough economy.
https://t.co/A4OVkQPBtW
It’s no secret that crop producers are facing a margin squeeze. The Stockdale Paradox warns us to never confuse optimism and resolve. For many agricultural producers in 2026, the “brutal facts about your current reality” can’t be overlooked.
https://t.co/nDGtyFFtVI
Talked with Tommy at @AgBullMedia today about:
- corn acres moving west
- the corn–soy “factory” expansion
- median farm income confusion
- the scale of solar on farmland
- breaking news about a proposed $10B farm aid package.
@AgEconomists
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"Acreage trends often unfold like the frog in a pot of water—hard to notice in the moment, but consequential over time."
Join us next week (10/8) as we unpack corn and soybean acreage trends and what 2026 might have in store.
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@AgEconomists