Farm Bankruptcies Decline Despite Tough Economy American Farm Bureau Fed. reports fewer farms going out of business than in 2017. (AgPro)
Emerging Markets for Grain, Ethanol Take Center Stage The Middle East and No. Africa are potential markets for U.S. grains, says U.S. Grains Council. (Feed & Grain News)
On Trade, Trump Bucks GOP History Legislators weigh in on $12 billion farm aid package and more restrictive trade. (Morning Ag Clips)
Three Steps to Lower Cash Rent It’s possible to negotiate lower rent in the middle of an agreement with these factors in place. (AgWeb)
A Soybean Over-Supply is Shaping Up USDA bumped its production forecast up by 30 million bushels; markets hinge on trade. (Corn & Soybean Digest)
Grain in the Bin? The Meter is Running Include the price of interest on storage costs and unload when profit opportunities arise. (Ag Professional)
What’s In Your Crop Marketing Plan? On top of storage, procrastination can cost farmers a typically higher seasonal price. (Farm News)
China May Increase Soybean Purchases China has offered to boost purchases of American goods by about $25 billion this year. (The Farmer)
Characteristics of Higher Profit Farms A combination of decisions influence grain producers’ financial success. (Farm Doc Daily)
Will Above-Normal Temps Boost Crops? With abnormal heat, agronomists are weighing in on whether it will boost or harm crops. (Corn & Soybean Digest)
