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"New Contest & win fabulous prizes for 2017 US Corn Belt Crop Tour #cornbelt17…"

Moe Agostino replied Jun 18, 2017 to Mark your calendars for the 2017 6th Annual US Corn Belt Crop Tour!

212 Jul 29, 2017
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"Call Josh if you would like to ask any pork marketing questions. Thanks, Moe Agosti…"

Moe Agostino replied Mar 28, 2014 to Quarterly Hog and Pigs Report Update (Chart)

1 Mar 28, 2014
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"What are the economics of growing a new crop like this? Thanks, Moe"

Moe Agostino replied Jun 29, 2013 to Wanted: Ontario Farmers To Grow Hazelnuts. Is anyone interested in learning more?

1 Jun 29, 2013
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"What is the price the farmer gets and consumer pays for for milk and dairy products…"

Moe Agostino replied Feb 24, 2013 to Post your questions for the AALP India Study Tour Participants Here?

1 Feb 24, 2013
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"Yes politics can have a big influence but the CME has tried and warned since 2008 to…"

Moe Agostino replied Apr 13, 2011 to Agostino: Bullish USDA Report Drives The Market Higher. Did you ever think we would see $7 corn?

8 May 6, 2011
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"Hello John. I use QTPlus and they do have paltform for farmers I pay US $3,000/year…"

Moe Agostino replied Sep 21, 2010 to Charts

5 Sep 21, 2010
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"Is the nice weather helping dry down the corn out there? How is the quality? Thank…"

Moe Agostino replied Nov 13, 2009 to Anyone started grain corn? How is the moisture, yields and test weights?

16 Nov 17, 2009
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"Here is the latest market review.... This latest USDA Crop Production and WASDE rep…"

Moe Agostino replied Sep 12, 2009 to USDA Crop Projections: What Do You Think?

1 Sep 12, 2009
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Why Getting Your Acres Counted Could Put More Money in Your Pocket

Alberta Grains and Fertilizer Canada have launched Make Your Acres Count!, a campaign aimed at getting more Alberta farmers to register acres under the 4R Nutrient Stewardship framework. The initiative encourages producers to work with a 4R Designated Agronomist to develop nutrient management plans that improve fertilizer efficiency, crop productivity and environmental stewardship. More than 2.15 million acres in Alberta were self-reported under 4R in 2024. The campaign’s goal is to nearly double that by the end of the 2025 crop year. “This campaign is about celebrating what Alberta farmers are already doing right and giving them a practical path to build on that success,” said Scott Jespersen, Alberta Grains chair and a farmer near Spruce Grove. “By getting your acres counted, you are demonstrating to governments and markets alike that we farm responsibly and with care for the land, while also improving the bottom line.” The 4R framework is based on applying the right source of nu

US Farmer Sentiment Down in August

US farmer sentiment slipped again in August, dragged down by souring expectations about the future. The latest monthly Purdue University–CME Group Ag Economy Barometer – released Tuesday – came in at 125 points, down 10 points from July. The barometer is based on a survey of 400 producers across the country. The August survey noted a marked disparity in optimism between livestock and crop producers, with the crop sector struggling mightily amid continued low prices. On the other hand, beef cattle operations especially are experiencing record profitability as the smallest cattle inventory since 1951 has pushed cattle prices to record levels. On the crop side, the barometer uncovered increasingly dire financial circumstances. Every January, the barometer survey includes questions on farm operating loans, but given rising concerns about farm income in 2025, the same questions were added to the August survey. The results underscored farmers’ financial stress. Twenty-two percent of

US Spring Wheat Harvest Nears Three-Quarters Finished

The US spring wheat harvest is approaching the three-quarter pole, slightly ahead of the average pace. According to Monday’s USDA crop progress report, 72% of the national spring wheat crop was in the bin as of Sunday. That is up from 53% a week earlier and ahead of both last year and the five-year average at 67% and 71%, respectively. In the largest production state of North Dakota, the harvest advanced 22 points from a week earlier to reach 62% complete as of Sunday, 4 points ahead of last year and 1 point ahead of the state average. The Minnesota harvest gained 16 points to 89% complete, compared to 72% last year and 76% on average, while Montana climbed 15 points to 73% done, behind 74% last year and 79% on average. At 91% complete, the South Dakota harvest advanced 7 points from a week earlier but was still behind 92% last year and 95% on average.

Alberta Boosts Loan Program to Support Beef Industry

The Alberta government is stepping up support for its livestock producers by raising the cap on the Feeder Associations Loan Guarantee Program to $225 million from the current $150 million. Announced last week, the move comes as international demand for Alberta’s beef continues to climb, pushing prices higher and creating greater financing needs for producers. The loan program provides government-backed, low-interest financing through 45 locally run feeder associations, enabling farmers to buy cattle and sheep and expand their operations. Since its creation in 1936, the program has issued more than $12 billion in loans and now finances between 17 and 24 % of Alberta’s calf crop each year. Agriculture Minister RJ Sigurdson said the increase will help ensure Alberta remains competitive in global markets. “Increasing the limit will ensure thousands of producers have access to the capital they need to keep producing Alberta’s world-renowned beef,” he said in a statement. “With

Keeping farmers’ voices heard in tariff and trade challenges

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