Crop Rotation Trends There was an interesting report from the Rosario Grain Exchange noting that crop rotations (soybeans versus corn or wheat) in the core agricultural region have improved over the last five years but will deteriorate in 2020/21. A good rotation between soybeans and grass crops (primarily corn and wheat) is fundamental for sustainable production, weed control, and soil health. The 2014/15 crop year was the worst in terms of crop rotation as Argentina saw 4.4 hectares of soybeans for each hectare of grass crops. Since then, the ratio has been improving, reaching 1.6 hectares of soybeans/grass crops in 2019/20.
The cause of the decreased crop rotation is a reaction from farmers to climate, political/government inte...
What You Need to Know Today: Crude oil prices extended their rally today, supported by several developments, including escalating Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabian oil infrastructure and growing concerns about supply disruptions. The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to remove 50 perc...
Key Takeaways: The agricultural trade surplus has become a sizable deficit: the balance swung from a $40.1 billion surplus in 2011 to a $40.7 billion deficit in 2025. Imports kept growing while exports lost momentum: between 2020 and 2025, agricultural imports increased 45 percent, compa...
USDA released its October Cattle on Feed report Friday, showing 11.4 million cattle in feedlots with capacity for 1,000 head or more, slightly below last year. September placements were the lowest for the month since records began in 1996, marking the third consecutive month of placements sett...
Regional News Dry weather across the UK and Europe is becoming increasingly concerning for the 2027 crops as planting intentions are lowered amid dry soil conditions. Delayed sowing or establishment under adverse conditions could leave crops more vulnerable to frost/freeze events and dise...
