Analysts optimistic about near term AG outlook

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2012 Top Producer Seminar speaker Peter Zeihan opened his remarks with an optimistic look at US Agriculture the next 3-5 years.  Strong transportation infrastructure and efficient elevators were cited as major advantages ... although he cautioned that the years ahead would see volatility. Read More at AgWeb.com 

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