Ag Intel

Who Really Controls America’s Agricultural Future?

Tom Grisafi and Don Wick discuss a week of significant agricultural developments spanning crop conditions, market movements, and political upheaval. The contrast between potentially record-breaking yields and challenging economics highlights the complex reality facing today’s farmers. • Don’s crop tour revealed surprisingly good conditions in northern regions with corn reaching 215 bushels/acre near the Canadian border

• Western North Dakota appears “grass green” when typically burnt up this time of year • Farmers face storage challenges and poor basis despite good yield potential

• Federal Reserve independence questioned after White House attempts to remove Governor Lisa Cook • Cattle markets continued strong performance while grain markets rebounded despite bearish USDA estimates

• Potential “bridge payment” mentioned by USDA official Steven Vaden to help struggling farmers

• Land O’Lakes CEO Beth Ford’s editorial sounds alarm about farm economy

• Congress returning after recess with “skinny farm bill” potential Like and subscribe to the Ag Bull podcast—find us everywhere by searching “Ag Bull” with a new website coming in a few weeks.

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