
Farmers from six states shared their spring planting experiences, while DTN experts fleshed out expectations for the weather and markets in the months ahead. DTN has extended the registration deadline to view the replay until June 5.
Farmers from six states shared their spring planting experiences, while DTN experts fleshed out expectations for the weather and markets in the months ahead. DTN has extended the registration deadline to view the replay until June 5.
The average cash rent paid for cropland in Iowa climbed 9% to a new record of $279 per acre in 2023. Cumulatively, Iowa cash rents have increased 20% during the past two years, according to a survey of farmers, landowners and other experts.
Fewer and smaller operating notes drove a decline in first-quarter loan volumes, according to a Kansas City Federal Reserve survey of lenders. Higher interest rates are the primary culprit.
Kansas State University ag economists shared insights into farmland transaction data that underpins the upcoming Kansas Agricultural Land Values report as well as details on foreign ownership of agricultural interests and farmland.
The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City's most recent survey of lenders shows that non-real estate farm loans increased by 20% on average as production costs climbed. Interest rates also climbed to a 10-year high, putting additional pressure on financing costs.
Many economists anticipate that higher interest rates will flip the economy into a recession in 2023, but a Purdue University ag economics professor argues that consumer spending habits have changed, and that might just keep the economy out of a recession.
Virtual conference will provide insights on important ag topics, from carbon programs and farm legislation to supply chain challenges and commodity market analysis.
Here are the ownership conversations you should have with your spouse and as a family.
The 2022 DTN Digital Yield Tour, powered by Gro Intelligence, found yield prospects lacking in many areas of the county. During August, other crop tours and national estimates offered their assessments. Here's a summary.
As the Federal Reserve contemplates another interest rate hike, an economist considers the implications for farmland values and cash rents.
The upcoming Digital Yield Tour harnesses artificial intelligence and machine learning to develop a 30,000-foot view of how corn and soybean crops are progressing, giving early insight into one of the grain market's driving forces.
Kansas City Federal Reserve Bank President Esther George said there are unique economic challenges as the Fed attempts to bring inflation back to its 2% target.
A recent report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City finds that a record number of operating loans surpassed $1 million in the first quarter of 2022, reflecting soaring prices for inputs.
A 10-year analysis of farm income data showed no matter how good the ag economy, some farms still operated at a loss.
Farmers who split up their nitrogen applications could be eligible for a new supplemental crop insurance endorsement that would compensate them if adverse weather prevents them from making in-season applications.
Speaking at the annual meeting of the Crop Insurance and Reinsurance Bureau, Wells Fargo economist Michael Swanson told crop-insurance leaders that strong corn and soybean prices translate into "Life is good." Swanson said he expects prices to remain high "all the way to...
The ability to cover a greater portion of revenue makes shallow loss crop insurance a potent risk management tool.
It appears farmers' cost structure will be very different in the year ahead, so much so that it's going to force deep consideration this winter of what crops to plant and how to get the best yields with reduced or limited fertilizer and chemicals.
Farmers should talk to input suppliers about their plans to prepay for next year's inputs as soon as possible if they're relying on it as a tax strategy in 2021. Shortages are widespread and many suppliers are requiring farmers to take delivery to prevent issues down the road...
Turkey Track Ranch includes 80,000 acres of land in the northern Texas Panhandle and is known for its abundant water and wildlife. The $200 million price tag includes 40% of the mineral rights underlying the property.