Articles tagged under: Frayne Olson

Black Sea Uncertainty Could Benefit U.S. Wheat

Published August 10, 2026

Shipping disruptions in the Black Sea are adding uncertainty to global wheat trade. NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says recent disruptions can “throw some real, real wrinkles into the supply chains.” For buyers, the timing is critical. “If you’ve…

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Iran Conflict Raises Fertilizer Price and Supply Concerns for Spring Planting

Published March 12, 2026

Concerns continue to build over the impact of the ongoing conflict with Iran on global fertilizer markets. NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says there are two things to watch out for. "Number one is obviously the price. We've seen…

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China is the Key for Soybean Trade

Published February 21, 2026

It could shape up to be a pivotal year for U.S. soybean exports with new projections pointing to stronger global demand and expanding trade opportunities. According to the latest forecast at the USDA Agricultural Outlook Forum, export volumes are expected…

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Chinese Soybean Shipments Unlikely to Spark Basis Rally

Published January 28, 2026

China has purchased the 12 million metric ton soybean obligation with the United States. NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson expects those shipments to happen in February and March from the Gulf or the Pacific Northwest. Corn is the current…

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Nelson County Ag Day Offers Research Updates for Farmers

Published January 21, 2026

It's the time of year for research updates and meetings, and Nelson County Ag Day was one of the many resources available to farmers when preparing for the next growing season. "It's for anyone in any county, and for anyone…

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Grain Market Recovery Depends on Exports

Published December 23, 2025

Ample global grain supplies continue to pressure commodity prices, with exports seen as the key path toward a recovery. NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson says the big crop kept inventories elevated, limiting upside potential. “Number one, we had a…

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Corn, Soybeans, Wheat: What Farmers Can Expect in 2026

Published December 23, 2025

In the latest edition of Agriculture By The Numbers from NDSU Extension, Crop Economist Frayne Olson breaks down USDA and FAPRI projections for 2026. Corn acres are projected to decline slightly with trendline yields, cutting total production and leaving ending…

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Olson: Look for Smaller Pricing Opportunities

Published December 16, 2025

There is no shortage of grains worldwide. "We had record corn production, again, not surprising anybody; we had a very good soybean crop and we had a very good wheat crop," said Frayne Olson, crops economist, NDSU Extension. "Then you…

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Trade Agreements Bring Opportunities for U.S. Agriculture

Published July 30, 2025

A series of trade deals was announced this past week. NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson sees the framework agreement with the European Union as significant for agriculture. "The European Union one is important because there are some ag products…

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Experts Caution: Tariff Pauses Don’t Equal Trade Peace

Published May 16, 2025

Tariff exchanges between the U.S. and trade partners have made a significant mark on the commodities markets, and in some cases, agreements to negotiate have been made. But, as some NDSU economists are saying, an agreement to negotiate is not…

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