USDA takes an earlier look at the long-term crop forecast

Almost unnoticed, the USDA has shifted to an earlier reference point for an arcane but important document that helps shape the federal budget and provides a first look at the likely size of next year’s crops. The change creates “additional uncertainties,” said chief economist Robert Johansson on Monday, but the overall reliability of the 10-year… » Read More

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