Search results for Farm Income

StatsCan reports steady farm income in 2025, but only on the surface

Total Canadian farm cash receipts breached the $100 billion mark for the first time in record history in 2025. However, surging expenses and soft crop markets kept a lid on overall...

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...

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...

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...

Farmers Reports Net Income of $16.3M in Q1

CANFIELD, Ohio – Farmers National Banc Corp. on Wednesday reported first quarter net income of $16.3 million, including $4 million related to the acquisition of Middlefield Banc Co...

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...

Farmers' income more than doubled in last 10 years: NITI Aayog member

According to Ramesh Chand, the slogan of doubling farmers’ income announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2016-17 achieved significant results within a few years

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...

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...

“Sitting out the season”: Some Minnesota farms halt production amid financial strain

The prospect of negative returns is forcing drastic decisions on a handful of Minnesota farms. Steve Zenk with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture tells Brownfield a small segm...

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

Profit margins tight as farmers face another uncertain season

A pair of farmers say ongoing market volatility is leaving little room for error for this year’s growing season. South-central Nebraska farmer Randy Uhrmacher margins continue to b...

Farmer sentiment improves despite rising input cost concerns

Longer-term optimism supported by stronger expectations for farmland values, though livestock producers remain notably more optimistic than crop producers.

Farmer sentiment improves despite rising input cost concerns

Longer-term optimism supported by stronger expectations for farmland values, though livestock producers remain notably more optimistic than crop producers.

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...

Livestock vs. Crops: Canadian Farmer Sentiment Index shows financial divide between the sectors

In 2026, farmers and ranchers have faced both expected and unexpected challenges and opportunities. Analyzing the April 2026 Canadian Farmer Sentiment Index results reveals a clear...

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...

Revised 2026 crop budgets a mixed bag for farmers

A farm management specialist with the University of Illinois says revisions to 2026 crop budgets are mixed news for growers. Dr. Gary Schnitkey says the positive side is projected...

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...

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...

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...

Indiana farmer adjusts inputs as higher fertilizer prices squeeze margins

A southwest Indiana farmer says the current spike in input prices is having a mixed impact on his farm. John Richer raises corn, soybeans, wheat, produce, and operates cow/calf and...

Risk management tool for dairy farmers hitting limits as inflation grows

Fertilizer for corn alone is up 30% as dairy farmers head into planting season.

Iowa farmer plans more soybeans as input costs shape planting decisions

A farmer in eastern Iowa says he intends to plant more soybeans than corn this year. Dave Walton farms near the Mississippi River… “Normally we put in a little bit of corn on corn...