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🌽 USDA’s January Reports Show Higher Corn Production — GO 2026!
The USDA’s January 2026 WASDE report provided final production numbers for the 2025 crop year and set expectations for the rest of 2026. Corn production came in higher than expected, driven by strong yields, while soybean production also increased slightly. As a result, the USDA raised ending stocks for corn, soybeans, and wheat compared to 2025, signaling that supplies are more plentiful than last year. Grain inventories on hand were also larger, confirming that the U.S. entered 2026 with more grain available than markets had anticipated. Winter wheat seedings for the 2026 crop were slightly lower than last year but still above trade expectations.
Looking ahead through 2026, these larger supplies could keep pressure on grain prices unless demand improves. Corn and wheat stocks-to-use ratios increased from 2025 levels, pointing to a more comfortable supply situation. While feed use and exports are helping absorb some of the extra production, the overall outlook remains less tight than last year. Compared to 2025, producers are facing a market with more supply and fewer immediate price drivers, making marketing decisions and demand trends especially important as the 2026 season progresses.
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Planting Seeds for Success: The 2026 Cultivators and Scholars Cohorts
Farm Foundation is kicking off 2026 by welcoming two exciting new student groups: the January 2026 Cultivators cohort and the 2026 Agricultural Scholars cohort. These programs bring together bright undergraduate and graduate students from across the country to take part in big conversations about the future of food, farming, and agriculture policy. Cultivators will join Farm Foundation’s Round Table event in El Paso, Texas, where they’ll share research, meet industry leaders, and build connections that can shape their careers.
The Agricultural Scholars Program, run in partnership with USDA’s Economic Research Service, is a fully funded year-long experience for graduate students interested in agricultural economics and policy. Scholars will receive mentorship, complete research projects, and attend major events like the USDA Agricultural Outlook Forum and meetings in Washington, D.C. Together, these cohorts represent the next generation of leaders ready to help grow and strengthen the agriculture industry.
Coming Up in February!
🌱 Atchison Seed Fair — February 7, 2026 (Atchison, KS)
🌾 USDA’s 102nd Agricultural Outlook Forum — February 19–20, 2026
📅 Iowa Ag Expo — February 3–5, 2026
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