Economic Trends Shaping Agriculture in 2025

By Matt Erickson, agriculture economic and policy advisor

Economic Updates

Published on Jan 17, 2025

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Economist Matt Erickson discusses the key indicators shaping the Federal Reserve's view on interest rates, inflation, growth and the labor market, including possible impacts to agriculture.

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Land Values
Farmland Values Stable, Market Shows Signs of Downturn
2024 farmland values held steady, with slight increases in some regions. Signs of a changing market for 2025 were indicated as grain margins tighten and buyers become more cautious.

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Ag Finances
Key Financial Metrics to Monitor in 2025
Review the critical ratios headed into 2025 and sharing strategies to consider on your farm.

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Economic Updates
Terrain | Crop Margins Likely to Remain Tight in 2025
Recent projections from the USDA and university extension budgets suggest the financial tightening in the corn and cotton belts is likely to continue into 2025.

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Risk Management
Why Crop Insurance Review Matters: Greater Risks, Greater Options
The most common crop insurance policy for managing risk in recent years will not cover farmers’ break evens in 2025. Learn how Annual Production History (APH) review can help you optimize your policy, maximize your guarantee and protect your operation's future.

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Ag Finances
How Much Land Can I Afford?
The key is knowing how much land you can realistically afford based on your business.

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