Russia's invasion of Ukraine last week has sparked turmoil in agricultural markets just as farmers prepare for this spring's planting.
The farmers see opportunity but also economic danger — and a lot of uncertainty.
Prices for corn and soybeans have returned to the highs of last spring and summer, a level not seen in seven to eight years. Wheat prices have soared as worries rose about supply. Russia and Ukraine together account for nearly one-third of global wheat exports.
