$300 BILLION PRIVATE FUND PLANNED TO BOOST IRAN INVESTMENT A US-Iran framework agreement includes plans for a $300 billion private investment fund to support Iran’s economy, a source told Reuters. The fund would launch only after a final deal is signed, with no government money involved. More than half of the capital has reportedly already been committed by companies across the US, Gulf, Asia, South America and Africa.

US to reach $41T debt ceiling as soon as late winter, forecasters predict dlvr.it/TStCB1

INFLATION NOW OUTPACING PAYCHECKS Inflation is once again rising faster than wages, putting Americans under growing financial pressure for the first time in about three years. Consumer prices climbed 3.8% over the past year, while wages rose just 3.6%, meaning many workers are losing purchasing power.

SUSPICIOUS OIL TRADES AGAIN SPOTLIGHTED AHEAD OF IRAN NEWS A surge in oil selling just before a U.S. war update on Iran has raised fresh market concerns. Over $700 million in Brent and WTI futures traded minutes before reports of a potential U.S.–Iran agreement, which later helped push oil prices down more than 7%. The timing mirrors earlier pre-news trading spikes during the conflict, though there is no evidence identifying who was behind the moves or whether any insider information was involved.

“You can't look around for people to agree with you. You can't look around for people to even know what you're talking about. You have to think for yourself. An ability to detach yourself from the crowd is a quality you need.” — Warren Buffett

Thank you @SenThomTillis

KUWAIT DECLARES FORCE MAJEURE ON OIL SHIPMENTS ON HORMUZ HALT

Refreshing.

Fact check: Nowhere near 80% of farmers locked in fertilizer prices for the fall.

RT @AgCouncilofAr: Key takeaways from the @FarmBureau survey results on ballooning fertilizer & fuel impacts on 🇺🇸 farms. In Arkansas, it’s…

As #fertilizer and #diesel prices have increased sharply, we asked our #farmers about fertilizer availability and prices across the U.S. and got responses from all 50 states and Puerto Rico. 🌽🌱🌾 Read more here: fb.org/news-release/nationwi… @FarmBureau

The Trump administration has announced it plans to dismantle the US Forest Service. All 10 regional offices are set to close in addition to over 50 research labs.

The Mississippi Alluvial Plain is highly visible from satellite today. This area is one of the most important agricultural regions in the United States. Unfortunately, severe drought is currently in place across this region. Our next shot at rainfall will arrive early next week.

Breaking: President Trump has ousted Attorney General Pam Bondi on.wsj.com/3Ojaahk

Arkansas Graveler registration opens today, April 2. Arkansas Delta, here we come! instagram.com/reel/DWjo-lcke…

🚨 HORMUZ ON EDGE Status of the Strait of Hormuz remains unclear, with no official statement from Iran. Ships report radio messages—purportedly from the Iranian navy—claiming the route is closed, but this is unconfirmed. Some vessels are already avoiding or exiting the area out of caution. A real closure would be unprecedented and could severely disrupt global oil and gas markets.

Waking up to the news of the war involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran is sobering. The Bible speaks of future conflicts involving Israel and Persia (modern day Iran). I don’t claim to be an expert, but it’s hard not to immediately reflect on those passages. Praying for wisdom for the world’s leaders.