Yield is clearly the focus of Friday's WASDE report, especially given the impact of September's record rainfall in states such as Iowa. Average trade estimates remain somewhat conservative, and if USDA confirms those expectations, the report could disappoint the market, particularly for corn. Another key question is how USDA will account for the additional 173 million bushels of old-crop corn identified in the Quarterly Grain Stocks report.

Yield is clearly the focus of Friday's WASDE report, especially given the impact of September's record rainfall in states such as Iowa. Average trade estimates remain somewhat conservative, and if USDA confirms those expectations, the report could disappoint the market, particularly for corn. Another key question is how USDA will account for the additional 173 million bushels of old-crop corn identified in the Quarterly Grain Stocks report.

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AgDay 10/09/26

Diesel prices remain persistently high, with the national average on Monday at $6.32, according to AAA, down just over 20 cents from the record high of $6.53 set on Sept. 22. Despite efforts by the Trump administration to lower prices for farmers, they’ve seen little relief.

Diesel prices remain persistently high, with the national average on Monday at $6.32, according to AAA, down just over 20 cents from the record high of $6.53 set on Sept. 22. Despite efforts by the Trump administration to lower prices for farmers, they&rsquo;ve seen little relief.

AgDay 10/20/26

We are two weeks away from the mid-term elections and agriculture has plenty at stake. From the cost of fuel and fertilizer to the future of the farm bill, tariffs and trade, the agenda for the next couple of years Is packed with important items. Clinton Griffiths is following who represents your voice in DC as we begin our Ag Vote 2026 coverage.

We are two weeks away from the mid-term elections and agriculture has plenty at stake. From the cost of fuel and fertilizer to the future of the farm bill, tariffs and trade, the agenda for the next couple of years Is packed with important items. Clinton Griffiths is following who represents your voice in DC as we begin our Ag Vote 2026 coverage.

AgDay 10/19/26

The ARC and PLC farm program payment rates for 2025 have finally been released. Farmers have been waiting since Congress passed the One Big Beautiful Bill for this critical $16 billion lifeline. But while relief is on the way, it may be less than expected for some.

The ARC and PLC farm program payment rates for 2025 have finally been released. Farmers have been waiting since Congress passed the One Big Beautiful Bill for this critical $16 billion lifeline. But while relief is on the way, it may be less than expected for some.

AgDay 10/09/26

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