The USDA’s latest Prices Received Index rose 1% month-over-month and 7.2% year-over-year, reflecting overall stronger returns for farmers compared to 2024.
Crop Production Index: up 2.4% MoM, 4.7% YoY
Livestock Production Index: down 2.5% MoM, but up 6.1% YoY
Higher prices were seen for cattle, strawberries, calves, and lettuce, while prices fell for eggs, broilers, corn, and grapes.
As always, both price and volume marketed play a role in these shifts—August saw increased movement of cattle and calves, while wheat and soybeans trended down.
Now is the time to make adjustments to your farm management plan 🌾 Mid-year is a chance to review financial performance, water resources, projects, and long-term goals before the season gets away from you. Are you on track financially? Review expenses, cash flow, and year-to-date performance. How is water impacting your operation? Assess availability, efficiency… Mid-Year Farm Management Plan Review
A recent University of Idaho study found agriculture generates $44.5 billion annually for Idaho’s economy and supports nearly one in every nine jobs statewide. The numbers may be Idaho-specific, but the lesson isn’t. • Strong operations • Strategic investments • Long-term planning Those principles apply no matter where you farm. At Root Ag Advisory, we… Idaho Agriculture Supports Nearly One of Every Nine Idaho Jobs
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