COMMON GROUND BLOG

Mar 6, 2023 | The Business of Agriculture

Our economist, Matt Erickson, looks at how supply and demand is shaping grain and protein markets.

Sep 1, 2022 | The Business of Agriculture

Now is a good time to start penciling in 2023 budgets. Our economist, Matt Erickson, looks at costs, prices and market trends to jump-start your planning.

Aug 1, 2022 | The Business of Agriculture

Commodity markets have shifted in recent weeks. Our economist, Matt Erickson, looks at the factors shaping commodity prices, interest rates and more as we head into August.

May 13, 2022 | The Business of Agriculture

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

May 9, 2022 | The Business of Agriculture

Read five actions you can take today to prepare for lower prices in a high cost environment.

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.

Nov 26, 2019 | The Business of Agriculture

Producers who update and refer to their budget throughout the year are among the most confident decision makers.

Jul 26, 2019 | The Business of Agriculture

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

Jul 23, 2019 | Crop Insurance

Grain Sorghum, on the other hand, is enjoying better ratings than recent past years.

Jul 16, 2019 | Crop Insurance

With planting finally ended, producers now face a waiting game, with crop progress well behind normal and weather not entirely cooperating.

Jul 9, 2019 | Crop Insurance

A summary of moisture and crop conditions across the grain belt.

Jul 1, 2019 | Crop Insurance

Prevented-plant claims expected to pass $1 billion mark.