Podcasts about commodity classic

New Holland’s new T7 tractor series features the most powerful and fastest T7 tractors the manufacturer has brought to market. The new series was seen for the first time in North America at Commodity Classic in San Antonio, Texas, after debuting at Agritechnica in Germany last fall. Speaking with RealAgriculture’s Bernard Tobin, Alex Berwager, livestock... Read More

At Commodity Classic 2026 in San Antonio, U.S. Secretary Brooke Rollins, NRCS Secretary Aubrey Bettencourt and USDA Undersecretary Richard Fordyce answered many questions from the farm media about the state of U.S. trade, the fighting to eliminate the new world screw worm, input costs, E-15, the USDA's relocation to hub offices in the heartland, farm succession and more.

Live from Commodity Classic 2026 in San Antonio Texas, Dave Mowitz and Andy Campbell talk about all aspects of the current used machinery markets in 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sean and Andrew are kicking off our 2026 LIVE from Commodity Classic series with the Bayer team. In this edition of Our Two Cents, we're exploring products, concepts and science that are driving the agriculture industry forward.   The crew discusses: ✅ Expected corn rootworm pressure in 2026 and the impact of extended diapause ✅ The state of technology and traits to protect against rootworm ✅ What's coming next for Dekalb and Asgrow seeds ✅ Leveraging different modes of action for weed control ✅ Setting realistic expectations for new product releases ✅ The evolution of Fiedview and new improvements coming ✅ The value of Fieldview's Seed Advisor Tool ✅ The inside scoop on Fieldview's new partnership with John Deere   Meet the Guests:

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Over 12,000 farmers, exhibitors, industry stakeholders, and media gathered in San Antonio, Texas, in late February for the 2026 Commodity Classic, marking the second consecutive year of record-setting attendance. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Fendt used Commodity Classic in San Antonio, Texas, to showcase its fifth-generation 800 Vario tractor, a completely redesigned machine aimed at delivering more efficiency, power, and operator comfort in the mid- to high-horsepower segment. RealAgriculture’s Bernard Tobin caught up with Fendt senior marketing product specialist Blake Bullinger on the show floor to walk through the... Read More

The 2026 Commodity Classic event attracted more than 12,000 farmers to sunny San Antonio for multiple days of trade shows, marketing workshops and big announcements from across the industry. Even U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins was in attendance, outlining the department's key priorities for the year, including trade progress, and elevating their new “One farmer, one file” initiative.Farmers, and DTN Progressive Farmer's Senior Editor Dan Miller, were eager to see the latest updates on technology, which were on full display around the show. And despite challenging commodity market conditions going into the new year, there was still plenty of excitement around equipment– especially when it comes to new and improved lines of tractors.Today, we'll hear all about this “year of the tractor” from Dan, and about Deere's effort to bring an E95 tractor — one that runs on 95% ethanol fuel — to market. Then we'll hear about the other big splashes made at the show, from the likes of CASE IH and New Holland, and learn about some award-winning innovations in the tillage and grain bin management space.We'll also dive into questions around economic strain, for equipment manufacturers themselves around tariffs, and for their customers. Then, we'll talk about the latest updates on the AI and autonomy fronts, including announcements made at Commodity Classic and at other recent events.

This week's Open Mic guest is Deanna Kovar, President, Agriculture and Turf Division of John Deere. On the sidelines of this year's Commodity Classic, Kovar shared the company's efforts to assist farmers with precision agriculture solutions for their sustainability and productivity goals. She says the company supports regenerative agriculture and renewable fuels, utilizing both ethanol and biodiesel in their engines. Like farmers, Kovar says John Deere hopes for a new farm bill, successful trade agreements, regulatory relief and tariff deals. Sales are expected to be challenged this year, but Kovar sees signs of stability moving forward.

Josh Ladd, from John Deere, joins the podcast at Commodity Classic to talk about the next generation of See & Spray technology, how that affects the current generation of machines, and what other updates are coming to the application product line for model year 2027.    Josh Ladd - Go-To-Market Manager: Application  Sam Paulson - Sales Specialist Manager Chris Horob - Precision Support Manager Chris Sjoblom - Commercial Sales Manager

On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by Martin-Till, we head out to Commodity Classic in San Antonio, Texas, for key takeaways from the USDA press conference addressing its computer network overhaul. Plus, Environmental Tillage Systems and Case IH give us a first-look at the companies' new strip-till rigs that debuted at Commodity Classic.

Fennig Equipment L.L.C. 841 OH-29 Celina, OH 45822 (419) 953-8500 Spring is officially here and things are starting to pick up. In this episode of the Talking Shed Podcast, we talk about turning the page into March and how the urgency around equipment, deliveries, and spring prep is ramping up fast. We also share what it was like getting a Salford tool in the field in early March and why the results were better than expected. On top of that, we recap the Commodity Classic in San Antonio, discuss the conversations happening around agriculture policy, ethanol, and crop markets, and talk about why that show is one of the best places to connect with people in the industry. Back in the shop, we've also added something new to the lineup: a planter meter tester that will allow us to inspect and test meters for growers. It's another step toward helping farmers get their planters dialed in before planting season arrives. From field demos and farm shows to shop upgrades and spring weather, there's a lot happening this time of year. Check out the rest of the Talking Shed Podcast and subscribe for more conversations from inside the shop and out in the field.

Crude oil hit $90 a barrel on Friday as war premium continued to bring money flow to the markets. Grains and oilseeds were up sharply as well led by wheat and soybeans while corn followed behind. What does all of this volatility and upside momentum mean for producers on the cusp of spring planting season in the U.S. and does it bring opportunity to manage risk? DuWayne Bosse with Bolt Marketing joins us for a conversation on today's show. Find more at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com. Another Friday, another sharply lower day in cattle futures. As we see volatility and strength in crude oil, grains and equities it seems the opposite is happening in the cattle trade. Scott Varilek with Kooima Kooima Varilek joins us to discuss if there are warning signs we need to be paying attention to in the cattle market along with perspective on the war volatility elsewhere in the trade. More at https://www.kkvtrading.com. Also, in Segment Two, we listen back to an excellent conversation about soybean cyst nematode that Susan Littlefield had during Commodity Classic. She is joined by Horacio Lopez-Nicora, Assistant Professor and Provost's Early Career Scholar, Soybean Pathology and Nematology at Ohio State University.

How will the Endangered Species Act impact growers in the year ahead? In this episode of the “FieldLink Podcast,” recorded live at Commodity Classic, Helena Brand Manager for Adjuvants Austin Anderson breaks down what the latest regulations mean in practical terms — and how they could affect product selection, application requirements and on-farm decision-making this season. He also shares insights to help you stay informed and prepared. (00:22) Plus, FieldLink Market Report's Jody Lawrence joins us to provide an update on the latest trends shaping the commodity markets. (13:28)   Follow Helena Agri on social media to stay informed:   Facebook: https://bit.ly/3pq8XVJ Instagram: https://bit.ly/347QAO8 X: https://bit.ly/3hwvWdG LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3pwWLTh YouTube: https://bit.ly/35pLLQJ

John Jones, Assistant Professor of Agronomy at the University of Illinois College of ACES recaps his presentation at the Illinois Nutrient Research & Education Council Investment Insight Conference. Highlighting conversations from last week's Commodity Classic, including Shianne Reynolds from Bushel Plus and Matt Jungmann with the Farm Progress Show. U-of-I Extension Horticulture Educator Ken Johnson talks garden clean-up in advance of the 2026 growing season.  

More volatility was seen across the markets on Thursday with crude oil hitting the $80 per barrel mark while the Dow Jones was down around 1,000 points on the day. Grains and oilseeds were higher led by a sharp rally in wheat while it was a mixed session in livestock. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss risk management amid volatility, the question of whether or not we are losing corn acreage due to fertilizer challenges and much more on today's show. Find more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. Also, the livestock trade was quieter on the day Thursday. Who is going to win the leverage battle in the cattle complex? That's one of many items discussed on this week's episode of Cattle Chatter as Susan Littlefield talks once again with Brad Kooima from Kooima Kooima Varilek. In Segment One, we share a conversation from Commodity Classic as Farm and Ranch Media's Corryn La Rue talked with Nathan Keane from the National Association of Wheat Growers.

Thanks to John Deere Ethanol Product Specialist Randy Bill for talking with us. This week's episode sponsor is Advanced Crop Care, a local Mutiny Crop Performance Dealer. CAll tem at 270-299-5879 or contact them on facebook or instagram at Advanced Crop Care.Thanks also to our studio sponsor Biotech Innovations.  Learn more about them at www.biotechinnovationsag.com

Aledo, Ilinois native and Illinois State University graduate Suzy Bogguss reflects on her recent induction into the Grand Ole Opry. Kris Reynolds from American Farmland Trust highlights Soil Health Week.  Peter Rousonelos with Meristem Crop Performance discusses their presence at last week's Commodity Classic in San Antonio. 

On today's episode, we sit down with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics for analysis and perspective on the evolving war in the Middle East and why the Strait of Hormuz is a key chokepoint for global trade, energy, fertilizer and ag commodities in general. PLUS, we take a look at the resurgence in cattle futures at midweek and much more on today's show. Find more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com. Also on today's show, as farmers and agriculture industry professional made their way to Commodity Classic in San Antonio, TX last week, the team at BASF hosted a group of ag journalists for their annual Science Behind event to showcase new products and innovations. One of the highlights was Nemasphere™, one of the most groundbreaking innovations in soybean cyst nematode (SCN) management in over 60 years. We talked about the product with Michael McCarville, Trait Technology Lead for BASF.

The DEKALB® corn and Asgrow® soybean brands recognized their 2025 yield winners during Commodity Classic last week in San Antonio, Texas. In this episode of Managing for Profit, DEKALB technical product lead Josh Tooley and Asgrow brand manager Brittany Eubank discuss the winning performance of these farmers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hello and welcome to the ZimmCast. I'm Chuck Zimmerman. In this episode of the podcast I'm going to share some audio from the National Ethanol Conference. While Laura McNamara worked with Syngenta Seeds at Commodity Classic, which overlapped with the NEC, yours truly drove to Orlando and took photos, interviews and session audio in a custom virtual ag newsroom on AgNewsWire.com. To start out with, Patrice Banks, Founder of Girls Auto Clinic, who spoke at the NEC Women's Leadership Breakfast, also spoke at one of the sessions. Hers was titled, Cultivating a New Crop of Ethanol Advocates. Renewable Fuels Association staff member, Kendra Coulson, Marketing and Membership Manager, helps with educating new audiences and she has worked with Patrice and her audience. On a different topic RFA has scholarships given out at the NEC. I thought you might like to hear how one winner of the Young Professionals Network scholarship is Verena Hopkins.  If you would like to hear more about what is going on in the renewable fuels world and specifically, ethanol, check out our virtual newsroom. We've got plenty more and besides the newsroom you can see stories from it on Energy.AgWired.com and the latest episode of The Ethanol Report. That's the ZimmCast for now. I hope you enjoy it and thank you for listening.

Learning about potato production in Illinois with Katie Neumiller from Neumiller Farms in Carroll County.  Matt Raben from the Illinois Corn Marketing Board discusses his presence at last week's Commodity Classic in San Antonio.  DTN ag meteorologist John Baranick talks a rainy start to March in Illinois.  

Clinton Griffiths hosts AgDay: The Ag Secretary speaks at Commodity Classic, and releases new details about efforts to streamline USDA for producers and employees. Plus, is a farm bill really needed? We talk with leaders in the ag industry as we wrap up our coverage from San Antonio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ethanol-powered equipment drew steady crowds at Commodity Classic in San Antonio, where John Deere showcased its E98 ethanol engine tractor prototype at the National Corn Growers Association booth. RealAgriculture’s Bernard Tobin caught up with John Deere research strategist Harold (Buddy) Kavalier to discuss the project, which has been in development since 2020. Kavalier says the... Read More

Commodity Classic, the largest farmer-led, farmer-focused agricultural convention and trade show, was held in San Antonio, Texas in late February. The Ohio Ag Net's Ty Higgins, Dusty Sonnenberg and Joe Everett were there to cover the major topics and challenges facing farmers today and had the opportunity to visit with leaders of Ohio Corn and Wheat and Ohio Small Grains Council. On this Ohio Ag Net Podcast, powered by Ohio Corn and Wheat, hear from Tadd Nicholson, the Executive Director of Ohio Corn and Owen Niese with the Ohio Small Grains Council as they discuss the policies that were address at this year's Commodity Classic that will impact farmers in 2026 and beyond.

Wheat saw a big rally into the end of the month on Friday, helping pull corn and soybeans along for the ride to the upside. Meanwhile, it was tough couple of days to close February in the cattle markets. On Friday during Commodity Classic in San Antonio, TX, we sat down on the trade show floor with Brian Splitt and Cory Bratland from AgMarket.net for analysis and insights. Plus, we share this week's episode of Cattle Chatter as Susan Littlefield talked on Thursday with Brad Kooima from Kooima Kooima Varilek about the volatility in the cattle market. At the end of the show, we have a Friday conversation with Joe Kooima from Kooima Kooima Varilek for more insight into what drove the cattle markets to finish out the week.

During the Thursday, February 26th, 2026 episode of Market Talk during Commodity Classic, we visited with CROPLAN to discuss what's new in the 2026 corn and soybean seed class, how localized seed innovation drives smarter decisions and more reliable returns for growers, how last year's challenges influences this year's decisions and so much more. Jeff Osterhaus, seed innovation manager for CROPLAN, joined us to talk about what the 2026 CROPLAN corn and soybean classes have to offer. We also sat down with Robert Cossar, CROPLAN seed innovation experience manager, to discuss how seed innovation is becoming more local and how data is leading to more predictable ROI. Find more information and your local retailer online at https://www.croplan.com. Plus, we also sat down with National Corn Growers Association Lead Economist Krista Swanson for our markets segment to discuss big picture supply and demand items for the corn market, the ag economy, USMCA, E-15 and much more. Find more at https://www.ncga.com.

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We wrap up our coverage of Commodity Classic in San Antonio, sponsored by the United Soybean Board. We talk about the Soy Checkoff's 35th anniversary, accomplishments, modern priorities, and ROI with former chairs Don Latham of Iowa, Jerry Slocum of Mississippi, and Steve Reinhard of Ohio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Day Three of our coverage of Commodity Classic in San Antonio, sponsored by the United Soybean Board. which is celebrating its 35th anniversary We have a panel discussion featuring USB chair Brent Gatton, newly-elected U.S. Soybean Export Council chair Mike McCranie, and Scott Metzger, president of the American Soybean Association.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in agriculture news, we break down what the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision striking down former President Donald Trump's tariffs means for farmers, along with ag policy updates and conversations from this year's Commodity Classic. Top agriculture headlines from across the country include clarification on which products are — and are not — impacted by the latest tariff developments, ongoing E15 frustrations and comments from agricultural groups at Commodity Classic as Farm Bill discussions continue in Washington. We also cover a new program supporting young farmers, enrollment in the USDA's Farmer Bridge Assistance Program and insights from the latest Rural Mainstreet Index report. Today's conversation was filmed at the BASF booth at Commodity Classic with Scott Kay, vice president of U.S. crop protection, and Bryan Perry, U.S. head of seeds & traits. They discuss considerations for growers heading into the season, including new technology, weed control strategies and other factors shaping 2026 crop plans. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

Clinton Griffiths hosts AgDay: We continue our coverage from Commodity Classic in San Antonio, Texas, with an update on the biofuels industry. We'll have the latest on the biofuels blending mandates and why the news could be so important for growers. We also discuss market demand for soybeans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hardin County's Alex Forsbach was recognized this week at the Commodity Classic in San Antonio with the American Soybean Association's 2026 National Conservation Legacy Award.

This afternoon's coverage of Commodity Classic is sponsored by Syngenta. Weekly markets contributor Oliver Sloup of Blue Line Futures joins us in person in San Antonio for an extended conversation on the markets. And Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing by Stewart-Peterson talks commodities, including milk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Day Two of our coverage of Commodity Classic in San Antonio, Texas is sponsored by Pioneer, who is celebrating their centennial. We make this a biofuels show and discuss issues like the ongoing campaign for year-round E15 with Robert White of the Renewable Fuels Association, Kurt Kovarik of Clean Fuels Alliance America, and NCGA president Jed Bower, who also touts other industrial uses for corn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton Griffiths hosts AgDay: AgDay is on the road at Commodity Classic in San Antonio, Texas where the future of the U.S.-Canada-Mexico Trade Agreement took center stage. Plus, the message wheat growers would like to make sure the public hears about glyphosate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Deere introduced six new 8R and 8RX tractor models featuring additional higher horsepower options, ground-up redesigns, and improved performance, maneuverability, and versatility at Commodity Classic in San Antonio this week. RealAgriculture's Bern Tobin is there and got a first-look at the units. Featuring the JD14 engine, the 8R and 8RX models are designed for... Read More

Coverage from the Commodity Classic including conversations with:Stephanie Porter, Outreach Agronomist and Heath Houck, District 13 Director for the Illinois Soybean Association. Lizzie French, Manager of Soil Biology with Waypoint Analytical.Jeremy Lewis, Senior Loveland Products Sales Manager.Manager-to-Manager segment features Peoria County Farm Bureau Manager Charlie Hensley.

On Wednesday's episode of Market Talk, we broadcast live from the Commodity Classic trade show floor with the folks at Farm Credit, discussing current conditions, financial realities on the farm and much more. We sit down with Tara Durbin, Chief Lending Officer for Agriculture at Farm Credit Mid-America during the first half of the show followed by Tony Jesina, Senior Vice President of Insurance with AgCountry Farm Credit Services and Farm Credit Services of America. In between, Zaner Ag Hedge Chief Market Analyst Karen Braun stops by for our markets segment to discuss some of the latest moves in the trade, South American competition in the markets and much more.

We kick off our coverage of Commodity Classic in San Antonio, Texas with a conversation about priorities, tariffs, the Farm Bill and more with American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. And we discuss today's markets with Jody Lawrence of Wingman and Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net. Sponsored by Helena Agri-Enterprises.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're in San Antonio, Texas getting ready to attend Commodity Classic. But first, we talk about priorities and victories with Amy France, chair at National Sorghum Producers. Then we have a Farmer Forum with rice producer P.J. Haynie of Virginia and corn/soybean farmer Ben Riensche of Iowa.Topics include challenges, plans for the year, thoughts on bridge payments, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton Griffiths hosts AgDay: AgDay is on the road at this year's Commodity Classic in San Antonio, TX. We'll have the latest on trade as new tariffs go into effect. Plus, hear from one farmer who lost his home and land in the recent wildfires in the Southwest Plains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fennig Equipment L.L.C. 841 OH-29 Celina, OH 45822 (419) 953-8500 Spring is creeping closer and planter season is right around the corner. In this episode of the Talking Shed Podcast, we break down why planter fertilizer is absolutely booming right now and what growers are really asking for heading into March. Is it back studies? Biologicals? Neighbor influence? Or just proven ROI? We talk through: • Why simple electric pump systems are winning • Risk versus reward when adding technology to your planter • Stainless tubes versus conceal systems • How to build bulletproof fertilizer setups • Shop updates and current planter installs • The cultivator deal recap • Commodity Classic travel plans Planting season is already complex. The last thing you need is a fertilizer system that costs you acres. Our focus is simple: build systems that work, eliminate unnecessary headaches, and keep farmers running. At the end of the day, we do not just sell equipment. We serve customers. Thanks for tuning in to another episode of the Talking Shed Podcast.

Michelle Rook is in San Antonio for Commodity Classic and hosts this morning's AgriTalk while Chip travels to Texas as well. She discusses tariffs with Dr. Joe Glauber, Research Fellow Emeritus at the International Food Policy Research Institute, Brian Kuehl, Executive Director of Farmers For Free Trade, talks about USMCA and tariffs, and USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom shares details on trade opportunities with Indonesia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Soybeans were the upside leader on the day Tuesday as the markets were relatively mixed across the board. It seems like the markets are working through a fair amount of uncertainty regarding tariffs, China, Middle East tensions, acreage intentions and much more. Meanwhile on the livestock side, how much could the broader economy play a role later this year? Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net joins us on the sidelines of Commodity Classic in San Antonio, TX for today's market analysis conversation. Find more at https://www.agmarket.net. Also on today's show, we have two different agronomic conversations as we not only look back at 2025 but more importantly, look ahead to the 2026 growing season. In Segment One we hear from Alex Case, retail sales agronomist for Brevant seeds in Indiana who shares some tips on planning for 2026. Then, we talk with Syngenta's Jason Snell who dives more into lessons learned from last year and things to learn for this year ahead.