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Industry Insights

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March update
Livestock thrives while commodity markets struggle amid volatility.
Producer sentiment remains a mixed bag as tariffs have heightened volatility across all commodity markets. Livestock and dairy producers are enjoying an optimistic outlook, with favorable prices and low feed costs. However, most commodities are contending with persistent low prices and are unlikely to see significant price or profitability improvement in 2025. The current market uncertainty is placing significant pressure on producers as they weigh their options and planting decisions.
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Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Rising federal debts and The Department of Government Efficiency
by AgWest Farm Credit
Efforts by the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to reduce federal spending and streamline/remove regulations will have mixed impacts on the economy, including the agriculture sector.
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Wednesday, March 12, 2024
March economic headlines, data and trends
by AgWest Farm Credit
Monthly economic trends, data and major industry headlines.
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AgWest Farm Credit’s industry research team covers the state of major agricultural commodities in Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. The market updates are based on various sources, and include boots-on-the-ground insights from AgWest’s own lending, appraisal and crop insurance teams across the West. For industry specific information, news and upcoming events, check out our industry pages below.
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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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