US farmer sentiment rises in October as current conditions improve, CME survey shows

PUBT · 1d ago
US farmer sentiment rises in October as current conditions improve, CME survey shows
  • Farmer sentiment improved in October 2026, with the Ag Economy Barometer rising to 126 from 123 in September.
  • The Current Conditions Index gained 16 points. Future expectations slipped 2 points, with high input costs remaining farmers' biggest concern.
  • The Farm Capital Investment Index jumped to 55 from 39, but only 20% considered it a good time for major investments.
  • Strong balance sheets were reported by 62% of farmers, down from 75% in January, signaling weaker confidence in financial resilience.
  • Only 35% expected increased U.S. tariffs to strengthen agriculture long term, down from 49%-70% in previous surveys.


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