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Ag Economics

2023 Economic Outlook for U.S. Agriculture

AgAmerica's economists shares their 2023 economic forecast for ag, as well as an in-depth look at factors impacting the U.S. agricultural economy.

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Ag Economics

The 2023 Farm Bill: Part One

In a rapidly changing world, the Farm Bill is an essential part of ensuring America’s domestic food system remains resilient. AgAmerica’s whitepaper, The 2023 Farm Bill: What to Expect for the Future of American Ag Policy, is part one of a two-part farm publication series. In this whitepaper, you will find insights from Chief Economist Dr. John Penson and Dr. Cliff Shelton as they discuss the 12 Farm Bill titles, share firsthand farmer insight, and provide policy considerations for each major Farm Bill title.

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Agricultural Resources

Climate-Smart Agriculture

Climate-smart agriculture (CSA) is a holistic approach to farming, ranching, and forestry that involves implementing regenerative farming practices—such as conservation tillage and cover crops—to improve soil health. Download the full whitepaper to explore firsthand insights on the risks, rewards, and roadblocks of climate-smart agriculture from industry experts, economists, farmers, and ranchers across the nation.

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Ag Economics

U.S. Agricultural Economy in 2022

Over the past year, the U.S. farm economy faced a number of major challenges that threatened to disrupt production and the financial security of American farms. Fortunately, farmers' ingenuity proved resilient, leading to the highest level of farm income since 2013. As we look ahead, there are seven major factors that will impact the U.S. farm economy in 2022. Learn more about these factors and tips on turning opposition into opportunity.

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Legislation & Global Trade

Global Trade and U.S. Agriculture

Join AgAmerica’s Chief Economist Dr. John Penson in exploring which six major factors historically impact global ag trade fluctuations along with five big things American farmers should be on the lookout for as we head into 2022.

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Ag Economics

2021 Cropland Investment Report

Learn about the factors impacting cropland values this year in each of the six major U.S. agricultural regions along with the 2022 outlook, according to AgAmerica’s Chief Economist Dr. John Penson.

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Ag Economics

Southern Plains Agriculture: 2021 Data and Trends Report

Explore key trends of farming in the Southeast including farm demographics, costs, revenue, and farmland values with statistical insights from AgAmerica’s Chief Economist and award-winning professor, Dr. John Penson. 

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Ag Economics

Midwest Agriculture: 2021 Data and Trends Report

Explore key trends of farming in the Midwest including farm demographics, costs, revenue, and farmland values with statistical insights from AgAmerica’s Chief Economist and award-winning professor, Dr. John Penson.

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Ag Economics

West Coast Agriculture: 2021 Data and Trends Report

Explore key trends of farming in the West including farm demographics, costs, revenue, and farmland values with statistical insights from AgAmerica’s Chief Economist and award-winning professor, Dr. John Penson. 

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Ag Economics

Northeast Agriculture: 2021 Data and Trends Report

Explore key trends of farming in the Northeast including farm demographics, costs, revenue, and farmland values with statistical insights from AgAmerica’s Chief Economist and award-winning professor, Dr. John Penson.

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