Farmer sentiment rises again in August as future expectations improve
The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose to 135 in August from 126 in July, marking the first time since June 2025 that farmers expect their financial situation to improve over the next year. The Index of Future Expectations jumped 11 points to drive the gain, while the Index of Current Conditions edged up just 1 point and the Farm Capital Investment Index dipped 5 points to 45.
Key figures
- Ag economy barometer
- 135
- Export prospects index
- 140
- Ag economy barometer prev
- 126
- Farm capital investment index
- 45
- Current conditions index change
- 1
- Farm financial performance index
- 103
- Future expectations index change
- 11
- Farmland value expectations index
- 127
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