Tag: Economy

  • Survey Finds Corn and Soybean Growers Still Under Pressure

    Survey Finds Corn and Soybean Growers Still Under Pressure

    WASHINGTON — Higher corn and soybean prices have eased some concerns, but many growers say production costs continue to squeeze their margins, according to a new survey released by the National Corn Growers Association and American Soybean Association. Farm Journal surveyed 1,200 corn and soybean growers for the report. Nearly two-thirds said they were moderately…

  • Tractor Sales Slide as Farm Economy Stays Tight

    Tractor Sales Slide as Farm Economy Stays Tight

    U.S. tractor sales dropped nearly 11 percent in July as farmers hold onto equipment longer and watch expenses URBANA, Ill. — Farmers are keeping the checkbook closed when it comes to new iron. U.S. tractor sales fell 10.9 percent in July compared with a year ago, while combine sales dropped 5.3 percent, according to new…

  • New Study Highlights Corn’s Economic Impact Across America

    New Study Highlights Corn’s Economic Impact Across America

    A new economic study released by the National Corn Growers Association shows America’s corn industry continues to be a major driver of the U.S. economy, extending far beyond the farm gate. According to the report, U.S. farmers harvested a record-breaking 17.02 billion bushels of corn in 2025 from nearly 99 million planted acres. The crop…