Per acre corn and soybean returns in 2005 and 2006 are projected to be significantly lower than returns in 2003 and 2004. As a result, less funds will be available to pay cash rents in 2005 and 2006. Landlords and tenants may wish to renegotiate cash rents. Fertilizer and fuel costs have increased dramatically, causing soybean profitability to increase relative to corn profitability. Shifting acres to soybeans may be prudent. Also, reducing fertilization rates and eliminating tillage passes may be economical.
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