How Producers Can Ease Decision Making with the Right Resources – In today’s ag economy, the difference between reacting and planning can significantly impact farm profitability. Having the right tools and the right people beside you can bring clarity to complex decisions and build confidence to manage volatility.
The USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) provides long-term projections that outline trends in agricultural production, expenses, and farm income over the next decade. According to the USDA Long-Term Agricultural Projections (February 2026), total farm expenses are expected to steadily increase, while net farm income shows modest gains before entering a gradual decline beginning in 2027 and extending through 2035 (USDA ERS, 2026).
While projections like these can be unsettling, they are not guarantees. Instead, they highlight the growing importance of informed decision-making and having reliable support and resources at the farm level.
From market insights and pricing tools to financial structure comparisons, sister companies Consolidated Grain and Barge Co. and CGB AgriFinancial provide producers with free tools and resources to help them stay informed and evaluate opportunities as they arise.
These resources help producers make confident, well-informed decisions; meeting today’s needs while keeping tomorrow’s goals in focus.
USDA Economic Research Service. (2026, February). USDA long-term agricultural projections. U.S. Department of Agriculture.
https://www.ers.usda.gov/sites/default/files/laserfiche/outlooks/113817/OCE-2026-1.pdf