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How Much Does Higher Interest Rates Add to Farm Operating Costs

A recent article indicated that high interest rates make soybeans a better option than corn

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Paul Neiffer
Jun 04, 2024
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An article in Reuters discussing that Illinois farmers are planting more soybeans than corn this year caught our attention.

The article indicated that the budget for many Illinois corn farmers shows a projected loss of about $140 per acre versus about $30 per acre for soybeans. However, what really caught our eye was the discussion on how higher interest rates are also leading to a “much” larger loss. But is it really?

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