South America's Crop Production

South America's impact on agriculture is evident. The linked article below provides an insight to crop production in South America and it's potential impact around the globe. We encourage you to read the linked article and utilize the discussion points below to guide your conversations in your local communities and classrooms.

South America Will Continue To Pressure Grain Prices

Discussion Points

• What is the current outlook for crop production in South America?
• How do you see this outlook impacting prices and production in your home country?
• Besides the amount of crop being planted what other factors could affect global prices of corn and soybeans?
• In your opinion what does the future for crop production hold for South America? Explain.
• Explain how politics and policies can impact crop production and prices globaly?

Argentine Wheat

Argentina is loading ships with wheat bound for locations around the world including the United States. The article linked below explores the story behind increased exports from Argentina. After reading the article linked use the discussion points provided to guide your conversations around the globe!

Argentine Wheat Returns to the U.S.

Discussion Points

• What has led to the increase of wheat shipments from Argentina to locations around the world?
• What has caused farmers from the United States to purchase wheat from Argentina for feed for livestock?
• Who is the number one purchaser of Argentine wheat? Why do you believe they are the number one buyer?
• Do you feel that this trend of major wheat exports out of Argentina will continue? Justify your response.