Markets React to Ceasefire Headlines Ahead of WASDE
Markets responded to overnight headlines surrounding a proposed two-week ceasefire, shifting early trade sentiment. Weather is also stepping into focus, with increased rain chances this weekend adding pressure to the outlook. At the same time, fundamentals—including fertilizer
CoBank Quarterly: Economic Fallout of Rising Fuel and Energy Costs Will Be Most Acute in Rural America
DENVER (April 8, 2026)—The U.S. economy has continued to perform reasonably well despite a growing constellation of warning signs. Buoyed by an escalating stock market in January and February and massive investments in artificial intelligence, U.S. GDP
Can Rural Electric Co-ops Keep Up With America’s Exploding Energy Demand?
As energy demand continues to grow in America, amid the rise of data centers and more need for resources, can our rural electric co-op’s keep up with the pace of demand? The U.S. expects to add a
Has the Iran War Impacted Global Meat Trade?
The war with Iran has caused plenty of volatility in global energy and fertilizer markets, as we’ve seen prices rise and fall amid headlines in recent weeks. Beyond energy and fertilizer, what has been the impact on
NCGA Surveys Find Rising Alarm Over Fertilizer Costs and Availability, with Risks Escalating Into 2027
U.S. corn farmers are facing growing uncertainty around fertilizer affordability and access, with concern mounting well beyond the current planting season, according to new survey results released today by the National Corn Growers Association. Findings from two