July 2, 2019

Corn & Soybean Outlook Update: Following USDA’s Acreage Report

The recording of the July 2nd, Corn & Soybean Outlook: Following USDA’s Acreage Report webinar, featuring Chris Hurt, Michael Langemeier and Jim Mintert is available for viewing. The webinar provides an updated review of corn and soybean acreage, which includes information from USDA’s Acreage report along with our own assessment of prevented planting of corn and soybeans. They also reviewed 2019 yield prospects and the implications for prices. The panelists concluded the webinar with a review of the income outlook in 2019 for corn and soybean operations under various prevented planting and yield scenarios.

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Chris Hurt

James Mintert

Michael Langemeier

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