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APRIL 8, 2022 They had come from far and wide on a pilgrimage of sorts.  Many had trod across thousands of miles, with the crowd ultimately swelling to over 35,000 faithful.  Some were seeking wisdom, others guidance, and even some salvation.  You are probably wondering if this was some type…

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While there are undoubtedly other factors involved, it would seem that the FAO has provided us with a gauge of what the invasion of Ukraine by Russia is costing the world in regard to the price of food.  The FAO Food Price Index rose at the fastest monthly rate since…

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Yesterday, we touched on the significant advances that have been witnessed during the past year in ag real estate, as well as the investment companies that have become major forces in that arena.  While some of this could be inspired by the folk wisdom of Will Rogers, who once said,…

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After a couple of days of solid strength, grain and soy markets have taken a collective swoon this morning as they search for something new to provide incentive.  I do not want to jump to any conclusions just yet, but with the lack of fresh news circulating this morning, it…

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Just a few days ago, I had commented that it was not often that we could say markets acted rationally, and this morning, I would reiterate that statement.  They often do not act rationally. With seemingly minor fresh news to inspire the bulls, we have seen markets charge higher again this…

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