Argentina

Rural bankers say they anticipate a U.S. recession, according to the latest Creighton University Rural Mainstreet Index.

The war in Ukraine is expected to expand wheat production in Argentina and Brazil.

Potato processors are rushing to buy supplies in order to keep French fries on the menu after cold, wet weather damaged crops for many producers in the U.S. and Canada.

The U.S. will shield a list of trade allies from steel and aluminum tariffs. Ag Secretary points out some of the good in the omnibus spending bill.

LEWISTON (AP) — Some wheat farmers in the northwest are considering switching crops as prices slip below the break-even mark. Soft white wheat and club wheat — two varieties commonly grown in parts of Washington, Oregon and Idaho — were selling for $4...

Lower yields in South America bring the opportunity for expanded U.S. grain exports. The lower forecast for Argentina and Brazil leaves to door open to buyers who traditionally purchase grain from South America. Alvaro Cordero U.S. Grains Council manager says the crop forecast for Argentina and Brazil dropped six to seven million metric tons because of El Nino...

Good news for Monsanto, WSJ reports that Argentina’s government resolved a dispute over GMO seed that will now allow biotech companies like Monsanto to collect royalties on crop genes. It is a temporary resolution as the government works through a law that will “preserve the rights of producers and sustainability of the industry” according Argentina Agriculture Minster...

The American Farm Bureau Federation has released the results of a survey that shows America’s farmers and ranchers want to control their data. The survey also showed that farmers believe a cooperative-style central repository for their information would be the best way to control security and ensure its value...