Economist’s Angle

Beyond the Headline RVO

April 9, 2026

Why the 2026-2027 rule implies stronger biofuel demand than advertised By Scott Gerlt, PhD Agricultural and biofuel markets received a shot in the arm at the end of March with the final biofuel blending rules ...

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Fewer Acres, Firmer Prices: Soybeans Gain Ground in USDA Report

April 1, 2026

Acreage shifts, steady crush demand, and weather risks offer cautious optimism for growers USDA’s March 31 Prospective Plantings and Quarterly Grain Stocks report historically generates significant price fluctuations upon its publication – and not always ...

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Soymeal Steals Spotlight in March 2026 WASDE

March 12, 2026

Despite a quiet March report for whole beans, soy product balance sheet changes drive pricing By: Jacquie Holland, ASA Economist The March World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report is typically a non-event for ...

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USDA Ups Soybean Acres Amid Growing Global Supplies

February 20, 2026

USDA sees 85 million soybean acres planted in 2026 amid lower soybean losses relative to corn and growing South American competition By Jacquie Holland, ASA Economist USDA published a first look at 2026 acreage ahead ...

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Soybean Losses Continue Despite Assistance

January 27, 2026

Soybean Farmers Need Finalized Biofuel Policies & Greater Economic Assistance Given Historic Export Losses to China By Scott Gerlt, PhD Soybean farmers in the United States are experiencing an extremely difficult crop year. The 2025 ...

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