Weather Trumped Demand and Fueled Commodity Prices to Close Out 2021; Will it Continue in 2022?

2021 was a wild ride for commodity markets. Weather worries in South America seemed to override demand to close out 2021. Here's what analysts say they learned and what they're watching now.

John Phipps: Here are the 10 Things We Learned in 2021

From the Great Resignation to supply chain struggles and chip shortages, John Phipps looks back and outlines some of the key lessons learned in 2021.

Will Beans Find Their Way To $14 Or Will They Trade Back Under $13 Again?

For the current soybean rally to remain sustainable, it will require more production issues in South America. Jon Scheve says these include further deterioration of southern Brazil’s crop, additional heavy rains in northern Brazil and sustained dry weather during Argentina’s upcoming growing season.

Best Investment Opportunity for U.S. Government — Increase Support for Agricultural Research

Ag research offers one of the highest returns on any activity the U.S. government funds. A 2018 study found such spending from 1910 to 2007 generated $17 in benefits for every $1 invested.