Successful Farming Daily

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 21, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The US is losing ground in the global soybean market and facing challenges in corn exports due to rising transit costs. Ethanol production rose to its highest level in five weeks, averaging 1.110 million barrels per day. Cargill locked out 1,700 workers at its Fort Morgan, Colorado, beef plant, affecting 20% of the local workforce. Freeze warnings were issued for northern Wisconsin and Michigan, and minor flooding is expected in northern Missouri. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 20, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. There is limited fundamental news supporting a bullish move, the upcoming weekly ethanol data and export sales, and the impact of the Memorial Day holiday on market positions. US planting is progressing with some moisture concerns in the Midwest. High diesel costs are leading to reduced replanting and tillage, potentially affecting acreage and yield. The energy complex is under pressure, affecting commodity markets. Live cattle futures gained, feeder cattle rallied, and the CME feeder cattle index was down. The Animal Plant Health Inspection Service reported 1889 active cases of the New World screw worm in Mexico, with 156 in bordering states. Wholesale box beef prices rose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 19, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Energy markets are softening, impacting ag sector support, but grain and oilseed futures remain stable due to global feed grain demand and processing margins. Soybean and corn inspections dropped week-over-week, with soybean assessments at 483,881 metric tons and corn at 1.38 million metric tons. US pasture ratings fell to 28% good to excellent. Live and feeder cattle futures declined. China renewed export licenses for over 400 US beef plants and committed to purchasing $17 billion of US agricultural products annually from 2026. Weather notes included freeze warnings in the Midwest and flood warnings in Missouri and Kansas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 18, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. US-China summit discussions recently are expected to result in more Chinese purchases of US ag products. Grain investors or cut net long positions in corn and beans. China renews US export licenses. Flood warnings and watches for some cornbelt areas. Windy conditions in the Oklahoma-Texas Panhandle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 15, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Corn and soybean prices dropped due to a lack of new trade deals with China and mild weather forecasts. Brazil's corn and soybean production estimates were revised upwards, while wheat output was trimmed. Soybean sales for overseas delivery hit a marketing year low, with significant purchases from Indonesia, China, and Colombia. Corn sales plummeted, with Mexico and Colombia being major buyers. Wheat sales increased, with notable purchases from Indonesia and the Philippines. Beef and pork sales and exports declined sharply. The Northern Plains and Texas Panhandle face high fire risk due to dry conditions and strong winds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 14, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The US House passed a bill allowing permanent year-round E15 sales, though the Senate path remains uncertain. Corn and soybeans are seeing light profit-taking while wheat trades higher, with markets quiet ahead of CONAB crop data, US export numbers, and the US-China summit. Ethanol production hit a near-monthly high while inventories fell to their lowest since January. Livestock markets got a boost after the EU banned Brazilian meat imports, and red flag fire warnings are in effect across the Plains due to high winds and low humidity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 13, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Grain markets opened higher due to rapid planting progress and geopolitical tensions, with wheat leading rallies. The USDA forecasted a decline in corn and soybean stocks, with corn ending stocks expected at 1.915 billion bushels and soybean inventories at 310 million bushels. Cattle futures were mixed due to tariff suspension plans. Weather warnings were issued for dry conditions in the Dakotas and Minnesota, with winds gusting up to 60 mph. Listeners were encouraged to read more at agriculture.com and subscribe to the podcast. Successful Farming Daily, May 13, 2026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 12, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Grain markets are steady, with light profit-taking in corn and soybeans, and wheat leading due to deteriorating winter crop ratings. The energy complex is rallying due to potential Iran tensions, and the Consumer Price Index is expected to rise 0.6% due to higher energy costs. Corn inspections dropped to 1.69 million metric tons, soybean assessments rose to 655,294 metric tons, and wheat inspections increased slightly. Livestock markets were mixed, with cattle under pressure and hogs higher. Dry weather and fire risks were noted in several states, and freeze warnings were in effect in northern Michigan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 11, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. A big focus is on the upcoming USDA reports coming out tomorrow. There are expected reductions in US grain stocks, and steady soybean supplies. Speculators increased their net long positions on corn and beans, with 344,641 futures contracts held as of May 5. Livestock markets saw a decline in cattle futures, while box beef prices rose. Weather warnings were issued for the northern plains and central states, affecting crop conditions and market outlooks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 8, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. It has been a volatile trade week, anticipating Tuesday's May world agricultural supply and demand estimates report. Traders expect steady soybean carryout but predict sharp declines in corn and wheat production, influenced by renewed US-Iran tensions. Livestock futures corrected, with cattle sliding on long liquidation, and lean hogs stabilizing despite prices above $100. A weekly export sales report showed 10,005 metric tons of beef sold for 2026, with Japan and Taiwan as major buyers. Wholesale box beef prices were lower, with Choice at $386.94 and Select at $384.42. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 7, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Traders attribute market weakness to easing tensions in the Persian Gulf, with commodities and energy prices dropping while equities hit records. Ethanol production rose to 1.017 million barrels per day, with Midwest output at 959,000 barrels.. Freeze warnings in the southern plains threaten winter wheat crops, with 70% of Kansas and Oklahoma crops headed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 6, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. There is a sharp decline in grain markets, with corn, soybeans, and wheat posting significant losses due to a technical correction and a sell-off in the energy complex. Weather remains a non-factor, with steady planting progress across the Corn Belt. Oklahoma's winter wheat production is down to 47.8 million bushels, less than half of last year's 106.4 million. North American tractor sales increased to $406.4 million, but overall sales were down 8%. Live cattle futures and feeder cattle prices saw gains. Freeze warnings were issued for several regions, affecting winter wheat crops. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 5, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 5, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 4, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Global weather patterns, particularly El Niño, are affecting key growing regions like Australia and Brazil. Investors increased their net long positions on corn and soft red winter wheat, while reducing bullish bets on soybeans. Strong winds and dry conditions in northern Illinois and Indiana pose dust storm and wildfire risks. Cattle prices are rising, while hog prices are under pressure due to China's potential reduction in hog production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 1, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Green markets consolidated ahead of the weekend, with crude oil supporting soybeans and corn, and wheat pulling back. Export for corn, soybeans, and wheat dropped 20% week-over-week. Corn sales increased by 21% to 1.519 million metric tons, with Colombia as the top buyer. Soybean sales fell 29% to 258,100 metric tons, with China as the largest buyer. Wheat sales for the 2025-2026 marketing year totaled 226,100 metric tons. Livestock markets saw mixed trade, with cattle contracts down and feeder cattle futures gaining. Weather forecasts predicted heavy rain in Texas and the Lower Mississippi Valley, potentially causing flash flooding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 30, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Grain market consolidation is occurring, with traders preparing for the first notice day amid limited new information. Drought remains a major concern in the US, Australia, and Brazil, while Argentina's drier conditions are speeding up harvest. Ethanol production fell to a three-month low, with significant declines in the Midwest. Livestock futures were mixed, with higher feed grain prices and weather concerns affecting demand. The National Weather Service forecasts heavy rains in the Corn Belt and Texas, with potential for excessive rainfall in Central Texas and the Lower Mississippi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 29, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Commodity markets are being influenced by weather risks and geopolitical tensions, with dry conditions in parts of the U.S., drought in Australia and Asia, and potential drought stress in Brazil's safrinha corn crop. Energy shipments through the Persian Gulf remain constrained, keeping fuel prices high. The Iowa House of Representatives passed a right-to-repair bill, requiring manufacturers to provide repair documentation and tools at fair costs. Cattle futures posted gains, and weather forecasts predicted cooler temperatures and thunderstorms across the central and eastern U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 28, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. A rejected Argentine soy meal shipment in the Netherlands due to unapproved genetic traits is impacting the market. Crude oil elevations supported ag markets. USDA inspections for soybeans, corn, and wheat declined week-to-week. Livestock stocks were tighter, with beef inventories down 2% from February. Severe storms and flood warnings were noted in Central Missouri and Illinois. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 27, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Heavy rains in China and ongoing droughts in the U.S. and Brazil are causing concerns about grain output. The Australian and Russian wheat crops are under stress, while Argentina's corn crop may be larger than expected. Global production is tightening against demand, particularly in corn. In livestock, rising cases of New World screw worm in Mexico are supporting cattle prices, while hog futures are declining due to liquidation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 24, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Corn and soybean markets are taking a weather premium due to concerns about South American crop conditions. Wheat faced pressure despite slightly wetter forecasts for the U.S. Corn sales overseas were 32 million metric tons, down 6% week-over-week but up 3% year-over-year. Soybean sales rose 47% to 364,600 metric tons. Wheat sales increased 29% week-over-week. Dry conditions in western Minnesota and parts of Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota pose fire risks. Cash cattle trade is at $246, and live cattle futures are up. Mexico reported 1,469 active cases of foot-and-mouth disease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 23, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Wheat crop outlooks were revised downward, particularly in Australia and Argentina, while Russia's production increased but not enough to offset declines. The U.S. plains are expected to receive light rainfall. Ethanol production dropped to 1.04 million barrels per day, the lowest since January 30, with inventories rising to 26.914 million barrels. President Trump extended the ceasefire with Iran, but the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. Livestock markets saw lighter trade, with no fed cattle sales and lower wholesale beef prices. Dry weather persists in the Midwest, with strong winds and low humidity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 22, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Energy market disruptions due to the Iran conflict are causing supply tightness, affecting global supplies, and adding uncertainty to commodity markets. Conditions around the Great Lakes are better, with steady precipitation aiding planting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 21, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The US winter wheat crop is struggling, with only 30% rated good to excellent, according to the most recent USDA Crop Progress Report. The April cattle on feed report showed 11.6 million head, with 7.26 million steers and 4.32 million heifers. Egg production in March increased by 5% to 9.22 billion eggs. Dry weather forecasts were noted for parts of Nebraska, Colorado, and the Oklahoma and Texas panhandles, with winds gusting up to 60 mph and humidity as low as 6%. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 20, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Wheat prices are rising due to reduced acreage, especially in Australia. Fertilizer prices and weather conditions are also influencing planting decisions. Cattle and calves on feed slightly decreased year-over-year, with placements in feedlots down 7%. Live and feeder cattle futures declined, while cash trade picked up. Weather warnings include freeze alerts across the Midwest and red flag warnings for dry conditions in several states. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

​Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 17, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Pre-weekend profit-taking influenced trade, with energy markets softening due to ceasefires in Israel-Lebanon and US-Iran. Soybean sales dropped to the lowest since the marketing year began, with significant purchases from Egypt, Costa Rica, Indonesia, Canada, and Japan. Corn sales rose 3% to 1.4 million metric tons, with major buyers including Japan and South Korea. Wheat sales fell 39% to 100,300 metric tons, with notable purchases from Nigeria and Vietnam. Hog futures were pressured by rising culling in China. Freeze warnings were issued for parts of Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 16, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Wheat is leading the market due to US Plains weather stress and lower global production forecasts. Soybean spread activities pressured nearby contracts. Early US planting raised expectations for an earlier harvest. Corn remained unchanged amid ethanol output and inventory increases. Cattle saw elevated technical positions, with live cattle slightly firmer than feeders. Dry weather warnings were issued in the central US, with strong winds and low humidity. Listeners were encouraged to read more at agriculture.com and subscribe to the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 15, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 15, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 14, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Commodity traders noted a lack of fresh bearish or bullish news, with the energy complex trading in the red, adding pressure to the ag sector. US soybean planting is ahead of last year, with 814,562 metric tons inspected for overseas delivery in the week ending April 9. Corn assessments totaled 1.78 million metric tons, down from the previous week. Wheat inspections fell to 320,797 tons from 342,884 tons a week earlier. Livestock markets faced pressure from inflation and future demand concerns. Severe weather alerts were issued for Wisconsin, Michigan, Nebraska, and Texas, with potential for flooding and critical fire conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 13, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Grain futures are supported by concerns over rising global input costs and steady export demand. Wheat fields in the southern plains may be abandoned, tightening supply. New crop contracts in soybeans are leading gains, with speculators reducing net long positions in corn and beans. The March consumer price index rose 3.3%, driven by energy costs up 10.9%. Weather warnings for strong winds and low humidity in the central US were issued. Live cattle futures closed higher, and feeder cattle saw gains despite strong winds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 10, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The USDA's April WASDE report maintained corn ending stocks at 2.1207 billion bushels, raised the average cash corn price to $4.15/bushel, and increased soybean use by 35 million bushels. Soybean sales to China, Japan, and Egypt were significant, while corn and wheat sales improved. Wheat imports increased, and exports saw a 9% rise. Livestock markets showed mixed trends, with cattle finding support on the 100-day moving average. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 9, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The US wheat crop is under significant stress, with fields in poor condition unlikely to benefit from forecasted rains. The soy complex is firmer, led by a rebound in soy oil, while corn is supported by technical strength and domestic demand. The April WASDA report is expected to be released, with traders anticipating minimal changes. Ethanol production rose to 1.116 million barrels per day, with inventories at 26.053 million barrels. Cattle finishing was higher, supported by cheaper feed grains and reduced border reopening odds, while hogs declined. Flooding warnings were issued for several rivers in Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 8, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The US-Iran ceasefire caused crude oil to drop $20/barrel, the US dollar weakened, and equities surged. Soybeans tried to firm, while grains faced modest pressure due to improved rain chances and rising Russian wheat estimates. Fertilizer costs surged, with concerns over long-term supply disruptions. Feeder cattle saw the heaviest losses, live cattle prices slipped, and hog futures were pressured by lower global pork demand. Intense winds were forecast for parts of the Midwest, potentially causing power outages and tree damage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 7, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Crude oil prices are affecting commodities, with little fresh news ahead of the World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report. Steady corn and soybean balance sheets and slight wheat adjustments are expected. Corn and soybean inspections rose, while wheat inspections declined. Ethanol margins are near 40 cents per gallon, and soybean crush margins hit a record 299 cents per bushel. Livestock markets firmed, with hogs showing strength despite China's herd reduction. Winter weather advisories were issued for parts of the Midwest, with freeze warnings across a broad area. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 6, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. While recent moisture was welcome for sme areas, drought conditions persist, particularly for the winter wheat crop. Traders are monitoring potential threats to early corn and soybean prospects. Strong demand and firm cash markets are supporting soybeans, while live cattle futures saw gains, and the CME feeder cattle index and wholesale box beef prices varied. The podcast also mentioned the movement of grain vessels from Argentina, Brazil, and Turkey to China and the U.S., indicating potential shifts in domestic demand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

​Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 3, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The market complex is closed today due to it being Good Friday. The impact of the US-Iran conflict on commodity markets, with President Trump's statements on the conflict's end being met with skepticism due to ongoing Iranian strikes. The market complex was closed for the holiday, and energy prices influenced corn and soybean prices. Southern Illinois and Indiana met their initial crop insurance planting dates, but rising energy costs and job losses tempered gains. The February crush report showed soybean processing at 214 million bushels, down from January, and corn ethanol usage at 425 million bushels, also down from January. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 2, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Traders remain due to the US-Iran conflict. February crush and grind numbers met expectations, and weekly export sales are anticipated to be similar to the previous week. Weather conditions in the US plains and Argentina are influencing price discovery. In livestock, rising retail beef and gasoline prices are altering consumer buying patterns, and there's speculation about the US reopening its border to Mexican live cattle imports. China's pork reserves are expected to stabilize domestic prices, pressuring US hog futures. Markets are closed tomorrow due to Good Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 1, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. In the USDA's prospective planting report released yesterday, corn acres were slightly above expectations, while soybean and wheat acres were lower, with wheat plantings at a 102-year low. US corn planting is expected to decline 3% year-over-year, with significant reductions in key states. Soybean planting is projected to increase by 4%. Wheat planting is expected to drop 3% to the lowest since 1919. Live cattle futures rallied, while lean hog futures declined. China's hog sector struggles with oversupply. Winter storm warnings were issued for central Wisconsin and the North Dakota-Minnesota border. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 31, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. USDA corn inspections rose to 1.79 million metric tons, up from 1.7 million tons the previous week. Soybean assessments dropped to 586,427 metric tons from 1.11 million tons. Wheat inspections were 364,219 metric tons, down from 459,467 tons. Since September 1, corn exports are at 46.4 million metric tons, soybeans at 29.8 million metric tons, and wheat at 20.3 million metric tons. Drought in the Southern Plains and rising energy costs are affecting markets. Livestock prices are fluctuating, and severe weather conditions are forecasted in Minnesota and Arkansas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 30, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The grain markets are positioning ahead of quarterly reports, expecting larger corn stocks and soybean acreage shifts, livestock markets with box beef stabilizing and tight pork supplies amid historically low cattle/hog inventories, plus dry weather warnings for Nebraska and the southern plains with fire risks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 27, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Grain markets are experiencing fresh buying and short covering ahead of USDA reports, with traders cautious until April 1. The US-Iran conflict's uncertainty is driving commodity volatility, with potential for 10,000 additional troops. US hog and pig inventories rose slightly year-over-year, with 74.3 million head and 2.86 million sows expected to farrow from March to May. Beef supply remains tight, with select cuts trading $5 above choice. Dry, windy weather in the southern plains is expected to cause power outages and damage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 26, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Next week's grain market reports may show 4-4.5 million acres moving from corn to soybeans. Ethanol production rose to 1.1016 million barrels per day, with inventories at 27.17 million barrels. Beef weights increased to 966 pounds, and live cattle futures cooled after a rally. Strong winds and low humidity in central Nebraska and the Texas Panhandle pose fire risks. The podcast is sponsored by Bear Crop Science, promoting Dolero Complete fungicide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 25, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Analysts expect fewer corn acres and more soybeans due to rising input costs and strong early-season grain demand. Countervailing duties on Moroccan phosphate fertilizers cost U.S. producers $6.9 billion from 2021 to 2025, with North Dakota, Kansas, and Montana facing significant fertilizer costs. Livestock markets showed mixed trends, with hog prices dropping 10% in a week. Western Nebraska and Eastern Wyoming face intense winds and dry conditions, with over 800,000 acres burned in recent wildfires. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 24, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Grain markets are consolidating ahead of key USDA reports on planting intentions and quarterly grain stocks. Fertilizer prices are rising, potentially shifting acres from corn to soybeans. Soybean inspections rose to 1.1 million metric tons, while corn inspections increased to 1.7 million metric tons. Wheat inspections were at 458,411 metric tons. Livestock futures rose due to softer feed grain prices and a bullish cattle on feed report. Dry conditions in western Nebraska and Eastern Wyoming pose fire risks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 23, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The US-Iran conflict, now in its third week, is causing economic strain and potential oil price spikes. Cattle placements declined 4% year-over-year to 11.55 million head, with marketings at 1.52 million head, the second-lowest since 1996. Hog futures slipped, and record heat in the southern plains increased wildfire risks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 20, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Grain prices are seeing light profit-taking as export demand eased, with corn sales down 22% week-over-week to 1.17 million metric tons. Wheat sales fell 58% to 189,900 metric tons, and soybean sales dropped 35% to 298,200 metric tons. Mexico was a top buyer in all three categories. Critical fire weather conditions were reported in the Northern and Central High Plains. The US-Iran conflict and a stagnating US economy impacted livestock markets, with cash cattle and hog trade at moderately lower prices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 19, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Soybean crush margins are at a two-and-a-half-year high, and ethanol margins have surpassed last summer's levels. Ethanol production declined by 33,000 barrels per day to 1.093 million barrels, with significant drops in the Midwest. Livestock markets faced pressure, with money managers pulling capital from the complex. Fire risk is high in the central and northern High Plains, and a wintry mix is expected in the upper Midwest. The Federal Reserve keeping interest rates steady at 3.5-3.75% due to geopolitical uncertainty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 18, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Soybean harvest and safrinha planting continue in Brazil, but crop expectations remain uncertain. Southern Argentina faces dry conditions, and China has production issues with new crop wheat. Brazil's new export rules for soybeans are unclear, and the U.S. is working to secure fertilizer supplies amid the Iran conflict. North Dakota allocated $100 million for farm financial stability. Livestock markets saw gains, with live cattle at $1.45 to $1.97 and feeder cattle futures up 432 to 522. Weather forecasts included light snow in the Midwest and a heat wave in the western U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 17, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Soybean prices will see an expanded trading limits set at $1.05 per bushel due to profit-taking and geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and China. Corn and wheat also declined. USDA export inspections showed corn at 1.65 million metric tons and soybeans at 966,000 metric tons, up from previous weeks. Livestock markets saw mixed results, with cattle and box beef prices stronger, but hogs limited by a weaker cutout. Weather forecasts predicted dry conditions for the Corn Belt, with potential snow in the northern plains and a heat wave in the West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 16, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Profit-taking set the tone for grain trade, with funds adding more length than expected, leading to selling. Investors boosted net long positions in corn and soybeans to their highest levels in over a year. Wheat saw a reduction in net short positions. Live cattle futures declined, and wholesale beef prices firmed. Blizzard warnings were in effect across parts of the Midwest, with significant snowfall and high winds forecast. Listeners were encouraged to read more at agriculture.com and subscribe to the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 13, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Demand for corn, wheat, and soybeans is declining due to high futures and shipping costs, with diesel prices rising 92 cents per gallon since the US-Iran conflict. Corn sales dropped 26% week-over-week to 1.5 million metric tons, with Japan as the largest buyer. Wheat sales rose 49% to 455,400 metric tons, led by Mexico. Soybean sales increased 19% to 456,700 metric tons, with Indonesia as the top buyer. Livestock markets saw mixed results, with feeder cattle prices down due to high grain costs. Blizzard warnings were issued for parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Illinois, with potential snowfall up to eight inches and strong winds causing power outages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 12, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Grain futures are influenced by energy markets, with rising energy costs pushing fertilizer values higher. Ethanol production rose to 1.120.6 million barrels a day, the highest since January 9, with significant increases in the Midwest and Gulf Coast. Ethanol inventories dropped to 25.58 million barrels. Live cattle futures faced losses, and lean hog futures weakened. Extremely dry weather in the Midwest and South Dakota poses risks of property damage and travel disruptions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices