COMMON GROUND BLOG

May 19, 2023 | The Business of Agriculture

Read more about the global supply and demand and U.S. commodity prices for new crop in marketing year 2023/24.

May 13, 2022 | The Business of Agriculture

USDA has released its May World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report.

Apr 1, 2022 | The Business of Agriculture

Matt Erickson, our economist, provides perspective on what USDA’s just released March Planting Prospective Plantings Report means for supplies, markets and more.

Jan 21, 2020 | Crop Insurance

"This gives you an idea how important crop insurance can be in helping producers meet their obilgations." Tony Jesina - FCSAmerica SVP for insurance

Nov 6, 2019 | Crop Insurance

The disruptions in propane supplies are compounding an already challenging growing season marked by late plantings and a delayed harvest.

Jul 26, 2019 | The Business of Agriculture

“It is risky to make any plans based on government programs.” – Brent Gloy, aei economist.

Sep 10, 2018 | Crop Insurance

What do these scenarios tell us about the potential for profitability?

Oct 2, 2017 | Crop Insurance

Looking ahead, a new forecast from the National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center raises the odds of a La Nina this fall and winter.

Jul 31, 2017 | Crop Insurance

Important crop insurance reminder: Call your agent before chopping corn.

Jun 28, 2016 | Rural Communities

What began as an experiment in making traditional vinegars has grown into a family enterprise trusted by top food publications and chefs to deliver a gourmet taste.

Jun 12, 2014 | The Business of Agriculture

The USDA says crop conditions in the Corn Belt are the better than any time since 2007. Check out what, if any, impact this is having on projected yields – along with a lot of other good information on 2014/15 production and price forecasts.

Apr 22, 2014 | The Business of Agriculture

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack called the fund “a powerful new tool” that will help rural businesses access private equity.