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Ethanol helps a Wisconsin farmer make up for low corn prices

A Wisconsin farmer says the low prices paid for corn are less painful thanks to ethanol production. Cal Dalton farms near Endeavor, Wisconsin, and tells Brownfield he’s one of more...

AFBF survey reveals mounting financial strain across U.S. agriculture

A recent survey from the American Farm Bureau Federation indicates the majority of U.S. farmers are experiencing stagnant or declining financial conditions. AFBF president Zippy Du...

AFBF economist warns of continued strain on agriculture

An economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation says tight margins and ongoing economic challenges are straining farm finances. “This is going to be the third to fourth year...

Tight cash flows leading to farm management changes

A farm management specialist with the University of Illinois says the current economy is restricting cash on hand for many row crop producers. In a recent FarmDoc webinar, Gary Sch...

Beyond the Cycle: Canadian producers signal a structural breaking point

Is the current economic squeeze facing Canadian agriculture just another standard downturn, or are we witnessing a permanent, fundamental shift in how family farms must operate to...

Poll: The mega-farm and land price connection

When news breaks of a large or very large farm entering creditor protection, it's human nature for many to tsk-tsk and say I told you so. Whatever your thoughts on the most recent...

North American farmers pinch pennies on farm machinery as profitless growing season approaches

Kansas State University economist warns of fuel, fertilizer price shock for farmers

A Kansas State University economist says escalating costs of fuel and fertilizer imperil the bottom line of Kansas farmers as U.S. wages war with Iran.

Many farmers focused on cutting costs, finding revenue

A west central Indiana farmer says another year of lower farm incomes has led to changes in his operation. Jason Brier, who grows corn and soybeans and does custom work in Warren a...

Ag round-up: Nearly 70% of farmers can't afford fertilizer; union and JBS reach deal; real help for stressed farmers

Share of farmers unable to afford all required fertilizer. (American Farm Bureau Federation graph)Nearly 70% of American farmers report they can't afford all the fertilizer they ne...

Kansas net farm income surges in 2025, fueled by strong yields, beef prices, government program payments

Strong crop yields, historically high beef prices and substantial government payments pushed Kansas net farm income to unexpectedly high levels in 2025, according to the annual rep...

Safety net or entrepreneurial side hustles? Why more Canadian farmers are turning to off-farm income

A clear financial divide is widening across the Canadian agricultural landscape, and it’s forcing a portion of producers to look beyond the farm gate to keep their operations finan...

Farm bankruptcies hit a six-year high as ag economy continues to weaken

Farm bankruptcies hit a six-year high in April, and an ag attorney says it’s a sign of growing financial stress.  Austin Peiffer with Ag and Business Legal Strategies says the farm...

Mixed outlook for ag economy as strong livestock, dairy offset crop market concerns

An economist with CoBank says the U.S. farm economy is a mixed bag. “It’s not good, but it’s not dire,” Rob Fox recently told Brownfield. Fox says crop production has been increasi...

Profitability challenges continue for row crop operations as cattle producers benefit from historic price levels

An ag economist says the health of the farm economy isn’t the same across the board.  University of Tennessee’s Charley Martinez says he views it in two main buckets—crops and live...

Woolf Farms Faces Rising Costs as New Growing Season Begins

SALEM, Ohio – Dale Woolf, owner of Woolf Farms, discussed the outlook for the upcoming growing season, highlighting both the diversity of the farm’s operations and the financial pr...

Ag economist says high input costs making it difficult for farmers to navigate long-term goals

An ag economist says the cost of production is making it difficult to plan for the future.  Michael Langemeier says the current ag economy is impacting how farmers think about long...

Survey: Farmers want input costs, tariffs and health care addressed by midterm election candidates

Farm Journal map, from Farm Journal surveyU.S. farmers are getting pummeled by skyrocketing diesel fuel prices and input costs for fertilizers and machinery repairs, while also gra...

How family farms can thrive in tough markets

Dr. Kohl’s Commentary: Family farms profit through intentional decisions, collaboration and accountability. Use peer groups, diversification and strategic planning to succeed...

Farmer says boosting trade demand key to profitability

A former director with the U.S. Grains and Bioproducts Council says the organization’s work to expand markets for corn, sorghum, barley, and ethanol products is proving vital for f...

'It’s very difficult': Idaho farmers stretched thin with rising costs and falling crop prices

Farmers in Payette and South Central Idaho say rising input costs and falling crop prices are squeezing operations as producers face tighter margins and continued financial strain...

Farmers' share of consumer food spending dollar shrinks to 5.8 cents

Despite planting, growing and harvesting most foundational food in the United States, American farmers only glean a tiny amount of consumer food spending, reports Faith Parum of th...

Enough with the farmers’ share kabuki

Farmers’ share data misses the mark on profitability, emphasizing the importance of innovation and demand growth.

Enough with the farmers’ share kabuki

Farmers’ share data misses the mark on profitability, emphasizing the importance of innovation and demand growth.