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Farm Working Capital Tumbles

Agricultural Economics Insights

net farm incomes – which we broke down here – also updated estimates of farm financial conditions. From the balance sheet, a concerning trend is tumbling working capital across the farm sector. Looking ahead, limited working capital could pose a challenge if income fell sharply.

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A Deep Dive on the Senate’s Farm Bill Proposal: the Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act of 2024

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

Excessive proposed cost-share payments for livestock feed management. Creates a 10% set-aside of EQIP funds for payments for practices implemented on small farms. Retargeting two-thirds of the 50 percent EQIP set-aside for livestock practices towards advanced grazing management. No language to prevent payment limitation abuse.

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The 2023 Agricultural Year in Review

Agricultural Economics Insights

While ag exports will still benefit from rising Chinese incomes, India (formerly and perhaps soon-to-be known as Bharat ) may soon become the most populated country. Farmland Market Persists The farmland market maintained its footing in 2023 despite rising interest rates. The USDA confirms the smallest U.S.