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Iowa farmer concerned about tight margins

A southwest Iowa farmer is concerned about tight margins. Carl Jardon of Randolph says input costs remain high. “Of course our price for corn and soybeans has come down, so margins are tight.” He tells Brownfield uncertainty in the ag economy is causing more... Read More.

Farmers remain concerned about tight margins

A cooperative leader says their member farmers are concerned about margins going into planting season. Joshua Grunnet with Alcivia Cooperative tells Brownfield there has been a lot of volatility. “They’ve got a keen eye set for what their inputs are going to be once... Read More.

Ohio farmer concerned about tighter margins in 2025

A northwest Ohio farmer says the ag economy has impacted his farm plans for this year.  Justin Gravatt is a grain farmer in Union County. “Just trying to put the fertilizer where it’s needed,” he says. “We’re doing a lot more variable rate this... Read More.

Steps to remain profitable despite tight margins

A risk management specialist has some advice for crop farmers intent on remaining profitable. Josh Ulbricht with Compeer Financial says understanding the goals of the operation is a good starting point. “A lot of that is going to come down to your financial reporting... Read More.

Crop margins not as bleak

Crop margins are improving in the New Year. Minnesota corn and soybean farmer Darin Johnson says he’s taken advantage of the recent market rally. “We still really are under our cost of production, but we did rally to a point where it doesn’t hurt... Read More.