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Organic Farming Pays More… So Why Aren’t More Farmers Switching?

Organic crops often generate higher profits—but that doesn’t mean every organic farm succeeds. In this Purdue Commercial AgBrief, Purdue ag economist Michael Langemeier analyzes five years of FINBIN enterprise data to compare the profitability of conventional and organic crop production.

2026 Purdue Farm Management Tour Showcased Innovation, Diversification in Harrison County

More than 100 farmers, agribusiness professionals, and industry partners gathered in Harrison County on Friday, July 10, for the 2026 Purdue Farm Management Tour. Hosted by Purdue University’s Center for Commercial Agriculture and Purdue Extension, the annual event gave attendees an opportunity to step away from their own operations and learn directly from two Indiana farm families who are navigating today’s agricultural challenges through innovation, diversification, and thoughtful management.

July Crop Basis Update: Strengthening Continues, But Seasonal Decreases Loom

Corn and soybean basis continued strengthening across much of the Eastern Corn Belt through mid-July, although some local markets have already begun to soften. See where basis is strongest, where it’s weakening, and what seasonal trends suggest for the weeks ahead.

High Input-Cost Concerns Continue to Weigh on Farmer Sentiment

What Farmers Really Think About AI, Land Values & the Farm Economy | June 2026 Ag Economy Barometer

Every month, the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer surveys U.S. farmers about the issues shaping their operations and outlook. Michael Langemeier breaks down the June 2026 survey results and explains what they reveal about producer sentiment, farm profitability, land values, artificial intelligence, input costs, equipment investment, trade, and the broader agricultural economy.

High Input-Cost Concerns Continue to Weigh on Farmer Sentiment

Producers continued to express concern about farm finances as the June Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer recorded a 6-point decline in farmer sentiment to 113.

Comparing Net Returns for Alternative Leasing Arrangements

Leases on agricultural land are strongly influenced by local custom and tradition. However, in most areas, landowners and operators can choose from several types of lease arrangements: crop share, fixed cash rent, flexible cash leases. Each leasing arrangement has advantages and disadvantages. Rather than focusing on the advantages and disadvantages of various lease arrangements, this article uses a case farm in west central Indiana to illustrate net returns to land derived from crop share, fixed cash rent, and flexible cash lease arrangements.

Corn Basis Is Doing Something Unusual This Summer

Corn and soybean basis strengthened across much of the Eastern Corn Belt over the past month — a surprising shift from the typical seasonal pattern of basis weakening heading into June. Josh Strine breaks down the latest corn and soybean basis trends, how current basis levels compare with historical averages, and what strengthening basis could mean for grain marketing decisions heading into July.

Are Cover Crops Worth It? The Tradeoff Between Soil Health and Farm Profitability

Cover crops offer potential soil health benefits, but adoption decisions involve tradeoffs. Learn how scenario analysis can help farmers evaluate the impact of cover crops on profitability, risk, and long-term farm goals.

Brazil’s 2027 Corn & Soybean Crop May Fall Short of Expectations

Brazil, the world’s largest soybean producer and a major corn exporter, is facing a more complicated production outlook for the 2027 crop year. Low commodity prices, high fertilizer costs, tighter credit conditions, and El Niño conditions, already present and expected to strengthen later this year, are all weighing production prospects. In this Purdue Commercial AgBrief, Joana Colussi looks at the key factors that could influence Brazil’s next crop season, and what it could mean for U.S. corn and soybean producers.

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