DATE: June 2026
SECTOR: U.S. Agriculture, Row Crops, Risk and Resilience
SOURCE: Field to Market, Silver Maple Strategies
TOPIC: Cross-sector approaches to managing risk and strengthening resilience across the U.S. agricultural value chain
SUMMARY: A review of the economic, structural and operational challenges affecting sustainable row-crop agriculture, with practical opportunities for stronger cross-sector coordination.
DESCRIPTION: Field to Market’s 2026 Cross-Sector Dialogue brought together leaders and stakeholders from across the agricultural value chain to examine the increasingly interconnected risks facing U.S. sustainable row-crop agriculture. Drawing on insights from growers, agribusinesses, brands and retailers, civil society and affiliate organizations, the report highlights economic viability as a central requirement for scaling resilient practices. It also explores the importance of land tenure and succession planning, decision-useful agricultural data, trusted local advisers and stronger markets and infrastructure. The findings point to a constructive role for Field to Market as a convener, translator and bridge-builder, helping stakeholders test practical solutions, improve risk-sharing and ensure resilience initiatives reflect the realities facing growers.
Access the full report: 2026 Cross-Sector Dialogue: Risk & Resilience – Summary & Key Findings
