THOUGHT PIECES

The shrinking Colorado River poses a serious threat to U.S. agriculture, especially in areas like California’s Imperial Valley that depend on it for irrigation. With a 20% reduction in flow compared to the 20th century, the competition for water resources is intensifying, potentially impacting our nation’s food supply.

Great news for Idaho’s agriculture! The Boise/Payette/Lower Snake River watershed boasts a snowpack at 145% of normal as of January 5, 2025. This bodes well for our water resources and the upcoming growing season.

The future of farming is arriving, and it’s driving itself. A recent report in Investors.com details John Deere’s latest leap forward: the unveiling of new, fully autonomous tractors. As labor shortages and the need for increased efficiency become more pressing, Deere’s innovation signals a significant shift towards automated farming.

As we look ahead to the 2025 growing season, commodity markets face a challenging landscape. Experts predict that the impacts of tariffs, coupled with geopolitical tensions, will significantly affect pricing and margins for key agricultural products. With farmers already experiencing tight margins, understanding these market shifts is critical for planning ahead.

With water scarcity looming, the question of sustainable irrigation is paramount. Could a large-scale project, designed in a different era, hold the answers we need? Learn why the Columbia Basin Irrigation Project is sparking conversations about drought-proofing and the future of agriculture.

From global supply chains to weather patterns, numerous factors influence agriculture commodity prices. As we approach late 2024 and 2025, it’s crucial to understand the economic forces at play.

Bradley Calaway AFM, Root Agricultural Advisory, Boise, ID has been awarded the Accredited Farm Manager (AFM) designation from the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers® (ASFMRA®). Calaway earned the AFM designation by meeting stringent requirements in experience and education in addition to passing rigorous written examination and abiding by the American Society’s Code… Read More »Bradley Calaway AFM EARNS HIGHEST PROFESSIONAL STATUS

We may be a little more than a few days late, but we’re not coming up short on celebrating this great accomplishment for Root Agricultural Advisory Founder, Skye Root! This March, at the APEX Awards by the REALTORS® Land Institute, Skye was the recipient of 3 awards! 👏 2023 Top National Producer 👏 2023 National… Read More »This March, at the APEX Awards by the REALTORS® Land Institute, Skye was the recipient of 3 awards!

Brent Lawson, AFM, Root Agricultural Advisory, Boise, ID has been awarded the Accredited Farm Manager (AFM) designation from the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers® (ASFMRA®).

Skye Root named 2022 Professional Farm Manager of the Year: syngenta-us.com Farm Manager of the Year: Built to Serve As a Bridge: thedailyscoop.com Farm Manager of the Year: Built to Serve As a Bridge: agweb.com Congratulations to our very own Skye Root, founder of Root Agricultural Advisory, who was named the 2022 Professional Farm Manager of… Read More »2022 ASFMRA Farm Manager of the Year – Skye Root