Season 4, Ep. 3 - Does South American Production Impact My Farm? | Grain IQ
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It seems like market analysts always bring up South American corn and soybean production. Does that really matter for your farming operation?
Jeff Peterson, president of Heartland Farm Partners in Lincoln, breaks down South American agriculture – especially in Brazil and Argentina – and how it impacts family farms across the United States.
Here’s what you can hear in this episode:
Size & scope of South American production
Significance and evolution of South American production
Seasonality of markets based on South American influences
Why this matters for your grain marketing plan
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