421: Understanding "The Big Shrink" and Farmer Sentiment in Agriculture

Tim and Tyler talk to Matt Woolf about the ag economy in California specialty crops. Takeaways Post-COVID, nut pricing is stabilizing while vegetable pricing normalizes. USDA estimates can be inaccurate due to abandoned orchards. The Big Shrink report explores the impact of population decline on agriculture. Population growth has historically supported agricultural markets. Fertility rates are declining due to economic and cultural factors. Public policies to reverse population decline have shown little effect. Farmers should focus on quality over quantity in exports. California agriculture faces significant regulatory challenges. Ag tech innovations are rapidly evolving and improving efficiency. Farmer sentiment is low due to high input costs and low commodity prices. — This episode is presented by American AgCredit. Check them out HERE. — Links Terrain - https://www.themodernacre.com/aacwebsite