Barley markets have had a difficult few years, with supply greatly outpacing demand, which has continued to shrink. But an expert says the market appears to be getting right-sized as 2026 approaches.

Struggling energy markets are holding back the grain markets from moving higher on good news, Allison Thompson said. But it's not all bad news, as farmers can take advantage of lower energy costs.

They say that youth is wasted on the young and wisdom is wasted on the old. I'm pretty sure that we can help each other out if young and old work together.