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Managing the Risk of High Input Costs
Published December 2, 2021
Input costs have marched upward, especially for fertilizer. CHS Executive Vice President of Country Operations Rick Dusek says ag retailers have a role in helping the farmer manage that risk. "If you're going to buy and apply fertilizer at these…An Evolution of Tax Changes in the Build Back Better Act
Published December 1, 2021
There’s been many what-ifs when it comes to federal tax changes for farmers and ranchers this year. As the Senate considers the Build Back Better Act, AgCountry Farm Credit Services Agribusiness Consultant Russ Tweiten says the loss of stepped-up basis…High Fertilizer Prices to Continue Through Spring
Published December 1, 2021
High fertilizer prices are expected to stick around for the next six months. A new report from CoBank shows record general inflation, higher natural gas prices, tight global nitrogen supplies and strong farmer demand will all continue to contribute to…Demand for Glyphosate Exceeds Supply
Published December 1, 2021
This situation began in August of 2020 when China was dealing with a flood. That was followed by freezing temperatures in Texas that shut down natural gas production and a hurricane that closed down a Bayer facility in the Gulf…Soil Testing is a Must
Published December 1, 2021
After a drought, it is common to see higher residual nitrogen levels in the soil. Nutrien Marketing Representative Doug Sibbett says it is important to know what you have. "It is something you probably can't rely on for the entire…CNH Industrial Completes Raven Industries Acquisition
Published November 30, 2021
CNH Industrial finished its acquisition of Sioux Falls, South Dakota-based Raven Industries, a precision agriculture company. The first in-house products featuring fully integrated Raven precision agriculture systems will become available in 2022.Dealing With a Stressed Supply Chain
Published November 29, 2021
Farm input costs are up and it has been difficult to source the products needed to put in a crop. BASF Director of Marketing Robbie Upton says the supply chain situation extends through the entire economy. "This is a supply…What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
Published November 29, 2021
Advance Trading Risk Management Advisor Tommy Grisafi says the drop in crude oil prices provide an opportunity for farmers. In today's edition of What's Hot, What's Not in the Markets, Grisafi also discusses the latest COVID variant and the impact…Brazil’s Soybeans Look Good
Published November 26, 2021
The first crop soybeans are off to a good start across much of Brazil. Ag Consultant Kory Melby says it's the opposite of last year. "It's a big difference compared to last year at this time. We've even seen too…