The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose for only the second time since May, up nine points to a reading of 125 in December. The Index of Current Conditions and the Index of Future Expectations also rose this month with a stronger current conditions index primarily responsible for the barometer's rise. The December's Index of Current Conditions rose 18 points to a reading of 146, while the Index of Future Expectations rose four points to a reading of 114.
