Farmers facing convergence of risk

In an article in Agri News, Jim Knuth, senior vice president with Farm Credit Services of America examines the challenges producers face from volatile commodity prices, increased input costs, record land values and counter party risk.

"This is not bad news," Knuth said. "This is the profile of many of our most successful producers. They have high financial acumen, excellent financial records and are very proactive in terms of risk management and marketing plans."