Commodity traders look for an “analog” year to compare the past to the present. Weather is often a common factor, but situations vary. For example, 2023’s agronomic conditions are similar to 2012. But it’s more important to develop an outlook based on price actions and reactions.

Andrew Lambert, technology services manager at Centra Sota Cooperative, says technology can be overwhelming because of how everything intertwines like a cobweb. As a baseline, though, the exponential benefits will come when farmers optimize soil sampling, variable-rate fertilizer and yield mapping.

Renewable diesel consumption in the U.S. hit 28 million barrels in 2021, according to the Energy Information Administration. California burned up 99% of that consumption rate.

The ag port addition is expected to increase exports of DDGS, corn and soybeans by 400,000 metric tons each year.