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Wednesday, February 12, 2025
by AgWest Farm Credit
Land values are generally stable across the West; however, declines have been observed in California, Idaho, Oregon and Washington.
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Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Drought and water update - February 2025
by AgWest Farm Credit
Severe and extreme conditions have expanded south of Sacramento, California and into much of Arizona.
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Thursday, January 09, 2025
Quarterly Economic Update: January 2025
by AgWest Farm Credit
The U.S. economy continues to expand at a moderate pace despite employment showing signs of cooling and inflation remaining above the Federal Reserve’s target.
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