Tight farm margins are prompting growers to take a closer look at their 2027 crop mix. FMC Retail Market Manager Sam Lockhart says corn acreage could remain relatively flat as farmers evaluate other options, including wheat, sunflowers, soybeans and dry beans. “Guys are looking at sunflower acres; there were some nice fields out there, even with the droughty conditions,” Lockhart said. “Soybean acres are going to be on a lot of acres; dry beans are starting to get into the conversation again.” Lockhart is taking advantage of financing options and looking for a deal. “FMC products will be a lot lower priced this year. The weeds, the diseases and the insects aren’t going away; they’re only getting tougher to control, and having a lower cost to control those issues is going to be welcome for 2027.” Click here.
