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Quarterly Economic Update: July 2025

The threat and application of tariffs, conflict in the Middle East, progress on a spending bill in Congress and stable policy by the Federal Reserve drove economic conditions in Q2 2025.

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Cards Quarterly Economic Update: July 2025
Cards Quarterly Economic Update: July 2025

July update

Producer sentiment dips amid trade worries and falling prices.

The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer reported a decline in farmer sentiment in June, following a four-year sentiment high in May 2025. This decline is largely attributed to two key factors: growing concerns over trade dynamics and the impact of weaker crop prices on farm revenues. As volatility persists, producers should prioritize implementing risk management strategies and ensure they know their breakeven point.


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cards A brief dive into oil markets

Friday, July 11, 2025

A brief dive into oil markets

by AgWest Farm Credit

Recent crude oil price trends reflect an imbalance of supply and demand, volatile geopolitical dynamics and restrictive trade policies. This spotlight provides a brief update on crude oil market drivers.

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Economic Headlines

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Friday, July 11, 2025

July economic headlines, data and trends

by AgWest Farm Credit

Monthly economic trends, data and major industry headlines.

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Industry insights

AgWest Farm Credit’s industry research team covers the state of major agricultural commodities in Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. The market updates are based on various sources, and include boots-on-the-ground insights from AgWest’s own lending, appraisal and crop insurance teams across the West. For industry specific information, news and upcoming events, check out our industry pages below.

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cards Profitability report - June 2025

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Profitability report - June 2025

by AgWest Farm Credit

AgWest conducts a profitability analysis of its core industries every quarter by surveying its lending staff and having discussions with industry experts.

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cards Drought and water update - May 2025

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Drought and water update - May 2025

by AgWest Farm Credit

Coastal Washington experienced a slight improvement, while Extreme and Exceptional Drought expanded in portions of the Southwest.

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cards Land values - February 2025

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Land values - February 2025

by AgWest Farm Credit

Land values are generally stable across the West; however, declines have been observed in California, Idaho, Oregon and Washington.

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