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Bumper Wheat Crop Is a Mixed Blessing for US Farmers Facing Low Prices.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Hirtzer, Michael 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the challenges faced by North Dakota wheat farmers as they anticipate another large harvest following last year's record crop. While the increased supply of hard red spring wheat is beneficial for sales, prices remain low, trading below $6 a bushel, which may hinder profitability due to high costs for seeds and equipment. The USDA's yield outlook for the state is lower than last year's record, with estimates at 49 bushels per acre, impacted by adverse weather conditions such as drought and storms. Despite trade deals aimed at boosting demand for American wheat, many farmers are considering storing their grain in hopes of better prices in the future. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2025/07, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:186888207
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