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Leaders from United Producers Inc. talk about what they are seeing firsthand in the cattle market, and maybe more importantly, what producers should be thinking about as conditions continue to change amid recent packing plant closures, changing cattle prices, and new uncertainty in the beef market. Plus, the grain markets are being pulled in several different directions right now, from the latest USDA supply and demand numbers and the results of the Pro Farmer crop tour to growing uncertainty in the Black Sea region. On this Ohio Ag Net Podcast, powered by Ohio Corn and Wheat, Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics breaks down what these developments could mean for corn, soybeans and wheat prices in the weeks ahead.
What cattle producers think of importing ground beef. The grand opening of Farmers Union Processing and Meats. NDSU Extension looks back at 100 years of wheat varieties. Corn and soybean conditions.
Pro Farmer just completed the annual Crop Tour. The results had surprises for both corn and beans. Lane Akre talks about what he saw and how the outcomes are likely to shape the markets over the coming weeks and months. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The August 26, 2026, broadcast of the Closing Market Report features three primary segments covering agricultural markets, community programs, and weather forecasts. Greg Johnson of TGM analyzes a significant recent rally in commodity prices, attributing the gains to global supply-side pressures and the Pro Farmer crop tour, while advising producers to capitalize on current profitable margins. The program then shifts to farmer and broker Garrett Toay, who highlights the localized benefits of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library on early childhood literacy. Finally, Drew Lerner of World Weather Inc. examines global and domestic weather patterns, utilizing historical El Niño data to project a warmer, drier trend for the western Corn Belt and stabilizing conditions in the eastern regions.01:17 Ag Markets with Greg Johnson, TGM10:49 Dolly Parton's Imagination Library and a Farmer's Family13:59 Ag Weather with Drew Lerner, World Weather Inc ★ Support this podcast ★
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Corn prices get a boost from Pro-Farmer yield estimates; Black Sea war doing extensive damage to export capacity; China buys more soybeans; grains in a strong bullish outlook; cattle rebound from weak opening after US announces more beef imports; cash weaker; boxed beef lower on light volume; cash feeders lower; Cattle-on-Feed shows placements much lower than expected.
2ª feira foi de pressão com dados do Pro Farmer e baixas de mais de 1% em Chicago. Preços sentiram também no Brasil, mas produtores estão com as estratégias de comercialização em dia e aproveitaram bem as oportunidades dos últimos dias.
https://19-minutes.supercast.comPro Farmer's 173.2-bushel corn estimate landed well below USDA's 180.7, while its 53.3-bushel soybean estimate came in above USDA's 52.7. Recently retired Iowa State economist Chad Hart explains why that split matters and what farmers should consider while grain prices are back near their spring highs.How Pro Farmer's field checks compare with USDA's estimatesWhy June weather reduced ear counts, but cool grain-fill conditions could still preserve more yieldWhat a 173-bushel corn crop could mean for production and ending stocksWhy feed and residual would likely be adjusted if the crop gets smallerHow corn exports, ethanol, soybean crush, and Chinese buying are supporting demandWhy Hart still expects another pullback during harvestWhether $5 corn and $12 soybeans are worth an early 2027 markerEven at 173.2 bushels per acre, this could still be one of the largest corn crops ever. Hart's practical message is to reassess unpriced bushels, especially grain that cannot be stored, rather than assuming a rising market will keep moving higher.#CornMarket #SoybeanMarket #GrainMarketing
Grain space quiet as Pro-Farmer tour wraps up Midwest scouting; export sales holding strong; dry weather creating concerns on winter wheat plantings in the US and EU; cattle futures mixed while cash slips further; boxed beef lower; cash feeders mixed; US announces an increase in beef imports for 90 days; Cattle-on-Feed estimates.
The Pro Farmer national yield predictions released today present a sharply mixed outlook for this year's harvest, diverging significantly from recent USDA estimates. Pro Farmer pegs the national corn yield at just 173.2 bushels to the acre—down sharply from the USDA's 180.7 estimate—driven primarily by lower ear counts and persistent nutrient loss across the rain-soaked eastern corn belt. Conversely, they project a record-breaking soybean crop at 53.3 bushels to the acre, supported by impressive pod counts and sufficient moisture to finish the crop out strong. Market analysts anticipate this divergence will prompt a bullish reaction in corn and pressure soybean prices, particularly as the trade looks ahead to critical late-September trade negotiations between the US and China. In the livestock sector, a newly announced plan to import 300,000 metric tons of African beef is expected to heavily pressure domestic cattle prices heading into the fall. Fortunately for Midwest row crops, the weather pattern is finally shifting toward a drier, sunnier trend that will provide the essential growing degree days needed to finish the season.00:40 Ag Markets with Mike Zuzolo, GlobalCommResearch.com07:29 Pro Farmer 173.2 Corn / 53.3 Soybean12:41 Ag Weather with Eric Snodgrass, Nutrien Ag Solutions ★ Support this podcast ★
Lane Akre, Pro Farmer economist provides their shocking yield estimates for corn and soybeans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this August 20th edition of Commodity Week, our panel—Dave Chatterton, Brian Stark, and Greg Johnson—evaluates the market's transition from a weather-induced, supply-driven rally to one heavily dependent on post-harvest demand. With recent excessive rainfall in Central Illinois and Indiana compounding earlier moisture stress, the panel anticipates corn and soybean yields will fall short of the USDA's optimistic August estimates, keeping local crop sizes challenged but far from a total disaster. As the trade awaits final figures from the Pro Farmer crop tour, attention is shifting toward demand wildcards, notably strong U.S. export shipments favored over Black Sea logistical uncertainties, and the potential for Chinese purchasing behavior to shift amid tariff negotiations. With producers currently undersold on new crop, our experts emphasize the need to actively scout fields to assess true yield potential, manage early harvest space by moving soybeans, and execute defensive pricing strategies for bushels that cannot be stored. They also note that current price levels present a strong opportunity to lock in profitable margins not just for this fall, but into the 2027 crop year.Panelists - Dave Chatterton, Strategic Farm Marketing - Greg Johnson, Total Grain Marketing - Brian Stark, The Andersons ★ Support this podcast ★
Grain space bounces back on Pro-Farmer yield estimates; ongoing Black Sea war and a weaker dollar from inflation worries; cattle move lower on both futures and cash; boxed beef mixed on light volume; cash feeders lower; Cattle-on-Feed estimates.
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Grains give up early gains on sliding bean oil; China buys more US soybeans; wars updates; Pro-Farmer tour continues to see disappointing yields; cattle futures mixed; cash quiet; boxed beef surges again on good volume; cash feeders continue lower.
Moroccan phosphate has arrived in the U.S. for the first time in five years. The short-term relief this gives farmers. And, Pro Farmer's Crop Tour begins. We'll show you what our scouts found the first day in the fields.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Grain space pushed higher last week, led by wheat; Black Sea grain export capacity about half of normal; major rain and flooding in Midwest stressing corn crop; Pro-Farmer crop tour begins today; cattle futures under pressure; cash cattle weaker; boxed beef mixed; cash feeders slip.
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Lane Akre, economist with Pro Farmer says grains are slightly higher on Tuesday. The market has factored in the China deal and now needs proof of sales to continue higher. Livestock are mixed to higher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We're at Top Producer Summit in Nashville, Tennessee with coverage sponsored by Pivot Bio. We get to know this year's Women in Ag winner, Helle Ruddenklau and hear her story. Then Hillari Mason of Pro Farmer joins us to discus the markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We welcome a new voice to AgriTalk – Spenger Langford, who hired on at Pro Farmer about six months ago, joins Davis Michaelsen to run through the markets and the ag economy. And Dr. Stephanie Mercier, senior policy advisor for Farm Journal Foundation, joins us to discuss her research on the impact of pests and disease in ag and preview a panel discussion on the subject next week at Top Producer Summit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michelle Rook sits in for Chip Flory this afternoon and Alan Brugler of A&N Economics is this afternoon's guest market analyst plus Lane Akre of Pro Farmer shares price action perspective.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
National Corn Growers Association president Jed Bower shares the latest on the continuing and frustrating campaign of trying to get year-round E15 legislation passed. Bill Baruch is the president and founder of Blue Line Futures and he joins us to discuss the market break out of precious metals like gold and silver. USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden was interviewed by Harrison Pittman, director of the National Agricultural Law Center. We have a clip from that interview on the cost of fertilzer. Then Lane Akre, economist at Pro Farmer, shares his reaction and previews his panel discussion on fertilizer at this year's Top Producer Summit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We've been waiting for the USDA crop production and supply & demand reports for a while. And now we have them. Chip Flory and Davis Michaelsen review the reports with an assist from Pro Farmer editor Bill Watts. And we wrap up College Roadshow 2025 at the University of Tennessee with a conversation with Professor Aaron Smith, ag economist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley joins us for an update on the situation with the federal government shutdown, plus he shares his thoughts on trade with China and President Trump's announcement regard lowering beef prices. Greg Peterson, also known as Machinery Pete, reports on recent and future auctions he's watching – including an estate sale of vintage equipment, plus his Pick of the Week. And we get to know new Pro Farmer editor Bill Watts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links-Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.0:00 Corn Yield Clash3:59 Biofuel Waivers5:48 China Rhetoric9:05 The Funds are Buying?9:51 Powell Jackson Hole10:52 Cattle on Feed12:25 Flash Sales
Corn and soybeans find support on favorable renewable fuels ruling and Pro-Farmer tour results.
On this episode of The Final Bell, Heather Ramsey with the ARC Group in Lincoln breaks down a volatile day in the markets. It was a tale of two halves on the trade floor, with early weakness giving way to late support. Key topics include: Wheat on the move: Major export sales spark momentum. Corn demand abroad: The world shows strong appetite for U.S. supplies. Pro Farmer reflections: Yield realities versus expectations. Keys for the week: What to watch as harvest approaches. Ramsey highlights what's driving the markets now and the critical signals traders and producers should keep an eye on.
Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, August 25, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Trade is digesting smaller yield estimates from the Pro Farmer crop tour, with US cumulative new crop corn sales at 16.7 million metric tons, nearing an all-time record. Soybean demand is good, but hindered by lack of Chinese business. Egg production in July declined 3% year-over-year, with 8.79 billion eggs produced. The cattle complex reached new highs due to strong equity markets and bullish Fed comments, but a neutral to negative cattle on feed report may dampen sentiment. Flood watches were issued for parts of Kansas and Oklahoma, and thunderstorms are expected in South Dakota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Soybeans lead higher on expectation for limited Small Refinery Exemptions; Pro-Farmer tour showing more disease pressure but still record yields in some areas.
Mike and Jayden discuss the Pro Farmer final numbers along with the EPA SRE decision.
Wheat gets key reversal up; row crops quiet; Pro-Farmer tour continues to show massive yields.
Summer is ending, and now's the time to start developing your 2026 fertility plan. In this “FieldLink Podcast” episode, Helena Agronomist Shane Powers discusses strategies for creating a plan by evaluating crops and methods to combat nematodes, a yield-robbing pest. Also, Jody Lawrence provides insight into the upcoming Pro Farmer Crop Tour in the Midwest and how it may impact commodity markets. 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
Grains quietly mostly lower; Pro-Farmer tour continues to show high yields for corn and soybeans.
Pro Farmer Crop Tours scouts report in from Illinois and Nebraska- Oliver Sloup, Blueline Futures- Ted Seifried, Zaner Ag Hedge ★ Support this podcast ★
Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, August 20, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The Pro Farmer crop tour revealing high yields, potentially missing USDA estimates, and altering market interest. Soybean prices dropped due to the Philippines suspending its biodiesel mandate, impacting global vegetable oil supply. Cooler weather in the Corn Belt will temper evaporation but not increase precipitation. The American Soybean Association urged President Trump to prioritize soybean trade with China, noting the trade war's financial strain on farmers. US soybean exports to China fell, and China has not purchased US soybeans recently. Boxed beef prices increased, driven by reduced slaughter. Heat advisories were issued for the northern plains, with temperatures expected to reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pro Farmer analyst and Crop Tour Eastern Leg director Lane Akre checks in with us and has scouts Jason Lash and Don Harris as they report on Indiana/Illinois stops from today. Chip Flory checks in from his hotel room after his tour today on the western leg of Pro Farmer Crop Tour through parts of Nebraska. We get a broader market analysis from Matt Bennet from AgMarket.net.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pro Farmer Crop Tours scouts report in from Indiana and South Dakota- Oliver Sloup, Blueline Futures- Ted Seifried, Zaner Ag Hedge ★ Support this podcast ★
Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, August 19, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The Pro Farmer crop tour, is noting good crops but concerns over reaching US yield targets due to elevated overnight temperatures and pollination issues. Market support persists despite a lack of bullish news. USDA grain and soybean inspections declined week-over-week, with corn and soybean inspections up year-over-year. Livestock markets saw new contract highs for live and feeder cattle, with packers struggling to improve margins. Hot weather advisories were issued across the Midwest, and storms with potential for strong winds were forecast for parts of Nebraska and Kansas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's Day One of Pro Farmer's Crop Tour and we get early updates from Lane Akre and Chip Flory plus a report on how the data is collected and used from Emily Carolan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Corn futures bounce after bearish crop report; Pro-Farmer crop tour starts today; weather looks mostly good for remainder of growing season.
Pro Farmer Crop Tours scouts report in from Indiana and South Dakota- Oliver Sloup, Blueline Futures- Sherman Newlin, RMC a division of Zaner Ag Hedge ★ Support this podcast ★
Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, August 18, 2025, 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 are affected by a correction from last week's gains, with the NOPA crush report showing a six-month high. The Pro Farmer crop tour will provide insights into crop potential. Futures demand remains high, especially in grains, with concerns over Chinese trade. The USDA plans to invest $750 million in a sterile fly production facility in Texas. Speculators raised their net short positions on corn and reduced bearish bets on soybeans. Cattle market volatility is high, influenced by the potential Mexican border reopening. Extreme weather alerts were issued for parts of the Midwest and South. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete will be moving on after this week. We chat about 29-year career with Pro Farmer and of course discuss markets and risk management with Brian. And we get price action perspective from Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete joins us to discuss market fundamentals and price outlook for corn, soybeans, wheat, cotton, cattle, hogs and the U.S. dollar. Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net shares chart perspective on lean hog trade.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete joins us to discuss fundamentals, crop conditions and other market influences. Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net shares price action technical analysis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.