WASDE report

The avian flu continues to be cited for an increase in egg prices. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)
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Poultry production on upswing

USDA raises poultry production forecast as stronger broiler and turkey output offsets lower red meat production in latest WASDE report. Read More

Naturally colored eggs are the result of hybrid crosses of birds. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)
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WASDE: Broiler production helps boost meat outlook

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USDA lowers beef production outlook for 2027

Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.

USDA: Poultry production expectations raised for 2027

Corn

WASDE report forecasts tighter crop supplies, higher prices for 2026-27 

With urea prices up, Arkansas farmers may be looking to soybeans instead of other crops as planting season gets underway. (University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture file photo).

Five grain market fundamentals to watch in May

Many fresh eggs at the market. (Photo: Adobe Stock │ #295334887 - Andrea Izzotti)

USDA report lowers 2026 poultry outlook

WASDE report signals higher global grain supplies and rising stocks 

Getting close to finishing the first field of corn.

Grain fundamentals to monitor into year end

Chickens lay eggs of different colors primarily due to their genetics. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Broiler production expected to increase

Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.

June WASDE: Few changes to reports although wheat exports are up