The Michigan Ag Today Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The latest Michigan farm news, weather, and market analysis from the trusted Michigan Ag Today team of Ashley Davenport, Gary Truitt, Andy Eubank, Eric Pfeiffer, and Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin.
Wheat was the upside leader again on Thursday, moving up 7 on Chicago SRW. Corn followed along gaining a bit, but soybeans and livestock moved lower on the day.
Market analyst Karl Setzer with AgriVisor provides analysis today and touches on the continuing unrest in the Black Sea region and he provides some marketing advice for growers amid this volatility in the marketplace.
USDA is investing billions in climate-smart programs and House Ag Committee Ranking Member GT Thompson isn't happy with the spending; dry and sunny across much of Lower Michigan today; and more losses for corn and soybean futures- all that on the #MATPodcast
A crop update from south central Michigan; dry conditions across much of Lower Michigan today; and pretty flat grain markets in the overnight session following losses yesterday for corn and soybean futures- all that on the #MATPodcast
How dairy farmers are helping this Hunger Action Month; dry across much of Michigan today; and lower numbers yesterday and in the overnight for corn and soybeans- all that on the #MATPodcast
Planning for next planting season; the latest Michigan Farm Forecast with Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin; and a big day for soybean futures yesterday following the USDA reports- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Lawmakers are considering a bill that would prevent the EPA from going after farmers because of the carbon monoxide and methane given off by livestock; cloudy, damp, and fall-like temperatures in the Michigan Farm Forecast; and USDA reports coming at noon ET today could bring some volatility- all that on the #MATPodcast
C.J. Miller introduces you to a cancer surviving farmer who explains how he kept working on the farm even through treatments; sunny, dry, and pleasant across much of Michigan today; and green on the board for the grain markets in the overnight session- all that on the #MATPodcast!
An update on Michigan's corn and soybeans ahead of harvest; sunshine and dry conditions across the state today; and losses yesterday for corn and soybean futures- all that on the #MATPodcast
Californians were asked to not charge their electric vehicles to reduce energy consumption the same week as announcing a ban on selling new liquid-fueled cars by 2035; dry conditions continue across Michigan; and positive numbers for the grain markets in the overnight session- all that on the #MATPodcast
Diversifying on the farm in an interesting way; dry conditions across much of Michigan today; and lower soybean futures coming out of the holiday weekend- all that on the #MATPodcast
Robots are coming for the farm; hit and miss showers across Michigan this weekend; and gains in the overnight session for the grain markets- all that on the #MATPodcast
More losses for corn and soybean futures in the overnight session; plenty of sunshine across Michigan today; and how USDA tried to fix the export sales reporting system that wasn't broken- all that on the #MATPodcast
It's getting to be harvest time for Michigan's wine grapes; beautiful weather in store in the Michigan Farm Forecast; and more losses in the overnight session for the grain markets- all that on the #MATPodcast
Federal officials met in Saginaw earlier this month to discuss the Inflation Reduction Act; a lot of sunshine the rest of the week in the Michigan Farm Forecast; and double-digit losses for the grain markets in the overnight- all that on the #MATPodcast
Sarah McCormick has a long conversation with MDARD Director Gary McDowell on today's podcast; some moisture lingering in the east side of Michigan; and a strong close for the grain markets on Friday- all that on the #MATPodcast
Grain exports are now coming out of Ukraine; Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Michigan Farm Forecast; and profit taking yesterday in the grain markets- all that on the #MATPodcast
Pioneer agronomist Josh Whelan gives his assessment of Michigan's corn and soybean crops; clouds and moisture moving across the state today; and the grain markets following the crop tour- all that on the #MATPodcast
Sarah McCormick speaks with corn grower Matt Frostic who was recently elected to serve on the National Corn Board; moisture moving into Michigan; and the grain market rally continues in the overnight session- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Michigan's apple harvest numbers look good; a nice day today with some rain moving in tomorrow; and overnight numbers move even higher after yesterday's up move- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Michigan Farm Bureau taking ag education on the road; sunshine and blue skies across the state; and crop tours the focus in the grain markets this week- all that on the #MATPodcast!
The benefits of high oleic soybeans; a nice day across Michigan; and a turnaround in the overnight session for soybeans- all that on the #MATPodcast
One farm couple explains their transition to strip till and cover crops; some beautiful days in the Michigan Farm Forecast; and gains for soybean futures yesterday- all that on the #MATPodcast!
More today from the AgroExpo; another beautiful day across much of Michigan; and some higher numbers for the grain markets in the overnight session- all that on the #MATPodcast!
The AgroExpo is open in St. John's; the Michigan Farm Forecast looks pretty nice the rest of the week; and sharply lower numbers for soybean futures- all that on the #MATPodcast
Why exporting grain to Mexico could be getting tougher; a mostly dry week across Michigan; and a major overnight selloff for the grain markets- all that on the #MATPodcast
Celebrating National Farmers Market Week; a beautiful Friday in the Michigan Farm Forecast; and expectations for today's USDA reports at noon ET- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Japanese beetles are showing up in southern Michigan; Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Michigan Farm Forecast; and another strong start to the day for the grain markets- all that on the #MATPodcast!
The dairy checkoff explains the importance of their farm-to-school curriculum; some nice weather today; and a big boost to soybean futures- all that on the #MATPodcast!
The movie that forever tied baseball to corn; a dry stretch in the Michigan Farm Forecast; and an upswing in the overnight grain markets- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Why now is the perfect time to advocate for agriculture; some showers moving across the state; and a selloff in the overnight session for the grain markets- all that on the #MATPodcast
USB directors meet in Michigan to set their new budget; a mostly dry day across the state; and how the grain markets are performing today after yesterday's big move higher- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Beef export records continue to mount; some rain possible in southern Michigan today; and more losses for soybean futures yesterday- all that on the #MATPodcast
Explaining the benefits of high oleic soybean oil to professional chefs; some rain in the Michigan Farm Forecast; and finally some green on the board in the overnight session- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Sugar leaders are discussing policy in Colorado; a dry Michigan Farm Forecast; and a sharply lower start to the week for soybean futures- all that on the #MATPodcast
A hearing (finally) for the Chief Ag Negotiator nominee; some rain in the Michigan Farm Forecast; and sharp losses for the grain markets in the overnight session- all that on the #MATPodcast
A fourth straight day of double-digit gains for the soybean market yesterday; oil prices are moderating; and Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has a pleasant weekend in store- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Battling tar spot in southern Michigan; some light rain moving across the state; and another double-digit gain for soybeans yesterday- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Corn growers are asked to speak up to the EPA on atrazine; a conversation with Michigan's dairy checkoff about the 'Moolah for Schools' gran program; some moisture back in the Michigan Farm Forecast today; and more gains for the grain markets- all that on the #MATPodcast!
A deal signed Friday between Ukraine and Russia is already in question; a dry day across Michigan; and double digit gains yesterday and again in the overnight session for the grain markets- all that on the #MATPodcast
NCGA and ASA lay out their top issues for the upcoming Farm Bill; dry weather settling across Michigan; and double digit gains for the grain markets to start the week- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Farmland values continue to rise; a dry day across Michigan; and a sharp selloff yesterday for the grain markets- all that on the #MATPodcast
The squeeze on farm margins could last quite a while longer; more rain moving across the state; and yesterday's grain market selloff is continuing in the overnight session- all that on the #MATPodcast.
Getting the help you need; moisture in the Michigan Farm Forecast; and a turnaround in the overnight grain market session- all that on the #MATPodcast!
A challenging environment for beef producers; some moisture in this week's Michigan Farm Forecast; and a positive start to the week for the grain markets- all that on the #MATPodcast!
The pork industry a driver of the U.S. economy; some rain in the Michigan Farm Forecast; and quiet markets in the overnight session- all that on the #MATPodcast!
A crop update from southern Michigan; a dry day across the state; and some gains for the grain markets following Tuesday's sharp selloff- all that on the #MATPodcast!
The MOOlah for Schools Program through the dairy checkoff; some scattered showers across the state today; and a SHARP selloff for the grain markets yesterday- all that on the #MATPodcast!
A record-breaking pace for US ag exports; the latest Michigan Farm Forecast with Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin; and a sell-off for the grain markets in the overnight session- all that on the #MATPodcast!
An update from USDA on Ukrainian exports is coming tomorrow; maybe some rain across the state today; and another rally for the grain markets- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Another derecho in Iowa; some moisture in Michigan today; and a rally for the grain markets- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Considering cover crops after wheat harvest; a mostly dry day across Michigan; and the grain markets move higher in the overnight session- all that on the #MATPodcast!
US farmers share a pessimistic outlook for the future; rain hits southern tier counties of Michigan today; and another sharp selloff to start the week in the grain markets yesterday- all that on the #MATPodcast!
The U.S. is losing farmland at an alarming rate; the Michigan Farm Forecast with Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin; and what we can expect when the markets reopen today- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Higher fuel prices hitting farmers where it hurts; maybe a little bit of rain across Michigan today; and the grain markets take a tumble following USDA's Acreage report yesterday- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Checking in on the dairy checkoff; spider mites might be a problem for soybeans this season; the Michigan Farm Forecast; and a selloff ahead of today's USDA Acreage report- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Your Independence Day cookout will cost you more this year; Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has his Michigan Farm Forecast; and some follow-through for soybeans and wheat in the overnight session after a strong performance yesterday- all this on the #MATPodcast!
Lawmakers trying to protect U.S. farmland; it remains dry across Lower Michigan; and gains for the grain markets in the overnight session- all that on the #MATPodcast!
All eyes are on Thursday's USDA Acreage report, and it's pretty dry in Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Michigan Farm Forecast- all that on the #MATPodcast!
What's the point of these WOTUS roundtables the EPA has been conducting? Another warm, sunny, and dry day across Michigan in Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's forecast, and another sharp selloff for the grain markets yesterday- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Product designed to activate your soil and make nutrients available for corn and soybean plants from Sound Agriculture; warm, sunny, and dry the next couple of days; and the selloff continues for the soybean market- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Farm groups are disappointed the Supreme Court won't hear glyphosate case; rain is out of Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Michigan Farm Forecast for quite a while; and another selloff for the grain markets on Tuesday- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Thousands of cattle lost in Kansas due to heat; more heat moving across Michigan; and sharply lower overnight grain market numbers as they resume trade following the holiday- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Protecting yourself in the hot sun; a lot of heat and sunshine building across Michigan this week, and how ag markets performed on Friday before the 3-day holiday weekend- all that on the #MATPodcast!
What's the demand for ethanol with fuel prices at record highs; Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin shares his sunny, warm, and dry Michigan Farm Forecast; and we saw some follow through buying in the overnight session for the grain markets- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Inflation is hitting farmers hard, when and where rain will touch down in Michigan, and not much movement for the ag markets following yesterday's Fed rate increase- all that on the #MATPodcast!
How farmers are dealing with the herbicide shortage, where rain might fall in Michigan over the next couple of days, and a selloff yesterday in the grain markets ahead of today's Fed rate hike decision- all that on the #MATPodcast!
A Michigan crop update with Specialty Hybrids, thunderstorm activity leaving the state today, and another rough day yesterday for soybean futures- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Helping farmers combat pest resistance, it's going to get hot across Michigan this week, and grain market analysis following Friday's USDA WASDE report- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Rain moves in over the weekend, the grain markets were quiet in the overnight session ahead of today's USDA WASDE report, and the new president of the National Pork Board outlines the top priorities for pork producers- all that on the #MATPodcast!
President Biden is reviewing China tariffs in an effort to combat inflation, hit-and-miss scattered showers across some of Michigan today in Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's forecast, and lower grain market numbers in the overnight session- all that on the #MATPodcast!
On today's #MATPodcast: Our interview with Michigan Corn Executive Director Jim Zook about SB 814 and other ethanol issues, more moisture in the Michigan Farm Forecast, and gains for the grain markets in the overnight session!
Market analysis with Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities after a solid day for grain markets, the impact to ethanol production with record high gas prices, and the Michigan Farm Forecast with Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Priorities for the next farm bill, moisture moving across the state, and grain futures move higher in the overnight session to start the week- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Rain returns to the Michigan forecast this weekend, Pioneer agronomist Mike Swoish helps create your priority list for the next few weeks, and market analysis with Karl Setzer from AgriVisor- all that on the #MATPodcast!
The weekly Sugarbeet Report brought to you by @BASF, a conversation with Specialty Hybrids, a tight ag labor market is only getting tighter, another big selloff for corn and wheat Wednesday, and the Michigan Farm Forecast- all on the #MATPodcast!
The negative effect heat can have on your livestock, a big selloff for the grain markets yesterday, and some rain in the forecast- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Keeping the SEC on Wall Street and off Michigan farms, another dry day across the state, and what to look for this week in the ag markets- all that on the #MATPodcast!
The planting weather forecast looks favorable for next week, stands are looking phenomenal according to one Pioneer agronomist, and soybean futures shot higher yesterday but ag markets are muted today going into the 3-day holiday weekend- all that on the #MATPodcast!
This week's Sugarbeet Report, more moisture today and tomorrow in Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's forecast, and we're on track for another bearish day in the grain markets- all this on the #MATPodcast!
President Biden announces his trade plan for the Indo Pacific, a conversation with the dairy checkoff, moisture lifts into Michigan today, and market volatility continues- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Planting progress across the state, another dry day in Michigan today, and grain market analysis all on the #MATPodcast!
A new tool on the way to battle corn rootworm, potentially more rain moving in midweek, and volatility continues in the grain markets- all this on the #MATPodcast!
Don't forget about your wheat, more rain in the Michigan Farm Forecast, and why soybeans shot higher yesterday while wheat tumbled- all that in the #MATPodcast!
On today's #MATPodcast: The Sugarbeet Report, a special corn and soybean planting update from Specialty Hybrids, the Michigan Farm Forecast with Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin, and market analysis from Rick Hollister with The Anderson's.
Dairy groups are calling for retaliatory tariffs on Canada, some scattered showers hit parts of Michigan today, and market analysis with Arlan Suderman from StoneX- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Resources to help with mental health struggles, significant planting progress across Michigan last week, and how the grain markets performed overnight after double digit gains yesterday- all that in the #MATPodcast!
Soil crusting is a concern for those that didn't get rain over the weekend according to a Pioneer agronomist, we have a few dry days settling over the state in the Michigan Farm Forecast, and positive movement in the overnight grain markets- all that on the #MATPodcast!
Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has the Planting Weather Forecast with some rain returning this weekend, a unique partnership between beer and Deere, and market analysis following yesterday's USDA WASDE report all in the #MATPodcast!
Sugarbeet planting is well behind the average pace in Michigan, some storms might hit the UP today but the rest of Michigan looks to be dry, and getting set for today's USDA WASDE report to be released at noon ET today- all that on the #MATPodcast!
A report on record beef export numbers, Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says rain is possible in the northern tier counties of Lower Michigan today, and market analysis from Arlan Suderman with StoneX after a turnaround Tuesday. All that and overnight grain market numbers in the #MATPodcast!
Why you should already be thinking about postemergence weed control, another dry day for lower Michigan with storms possible in the UP, and another selloff for the grain markets on Monday- all that on the #MATPodcast!
On the Monday MAT Podcast- USDA needs more staff, a dry week across much of lower Michigan, and why this week might have a negative tone in the grain markets.
We have a planting window opening up! Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin shares the full Michigan Farm Forecast and Pioneer agronomist Josh Whelan says we're not to a point yet where we should be considering switching hybrid maturities.
Also, Karl Setzer with AgriVisor shares why we're seeing sideways trade in the corn and soybean markets.
The sugar industry has a lot to watch in D.C. In this edition of the MAT Podcast, Luther Markwart, executive vice president of the American Sugarbeet Growers Association, shares an update from Washington.
Ryan Martin is forecasting another round of showers, but there will be a decent drying window ready to open.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about India's announcement to ban wheat exports and what he's watching from the China COVID lockdowns.
And Ashley has a special message at the end of today's show.
The National Cattlemen's Beef Association has written a brief to the Supreme Court, sharing what they'd like to see from WOTUS.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a sunny, warm day, but it will trigger rain showers before the end of the week.
Arlan Suderman of Stone X talks about how a lack of new news is proving bearish for the grain markets.
There’s been an ongoing push to provide greater access to health care services for those living in Michigan’s rural communities. The push is being led by a former U.S. Surgeon General.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about lockdowns in China impacting our stock market, trends he's noticing in December corn futures, and the slow start to planting season.
USDA's Rural Development Director Brandon Fewins responds to Friday's Farm Bill hearing.
Rain will dominate over lower Michigan, but Ryan Martin is optimistic for a drying window yet this week.
The first hearing for the 2023 Farm Bill took place at Michigan State University on Friday. Hear what was top of mind for the majority of guest speakers.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. shares why we’re seeing a boost of corn exports to China, an update on planting progress out west, and potential adjustments to next week’s WASDE.
Ryan Martin is forecasting another round of rain for Southwestern Michigan.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor discusses last week's overshadowed cold storage report and cattle on feed and why that report serves as a yellow flag.
Pioneer agronomist Christopher Bauer shares how to determine if your soil conditions are fit for planting.
American Farm Bureau Federation discusses what a proposed change from the SEC means for farmers.
Sugarbeet planting is off to a slow start. Clint Hagan of Atwater Farms, talks about the challenges from Mother Nature this spring.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons shares the latest planting update from Ukraine and explains the volatility in the vegetable oil markets.
Temperatures will moderate to end the week. Ryan Martin shares his full forecast.
According to USDA, there has been very little planting progress in Michigan. Delk Crosier with Ag Spectrum Maximum Farming, says that even though the clock is ticking, growers need to be patient with planting.
Michigan will be the beneficiary of sunshine because of a high pressure system. Ryan Martin shares when to expect our next round of rain.
Arlan Suderman of StoneX talks about the market's response to a lack of significant planting progress.
In this full-length interview, Jamie Clover-Adams, executive director of Michigan Asparagus, talks about the prospect for this year's crop and the issues growers have faced with input prices and crop protectant.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about a spring selloff and how high input costs are changing Argentina's acres.
Cold weather is settling in over Michigan the next few days. Ryan Martin shares his full forecast.
Michigan’s congressional redistricting maps have been upheld by the Michigan Supreme Court, and agriculture is figuring out how it can use this change to its advantage.
Arlan Suderman of Stone X shares the market factors that created a turnaround Tuesday for corn and wheat.
Ryan Martin is tracking another round of precipitation which will coat the entire state.
Dennis Pennington of Michigan State University Extension shares what wheat growers need to look at as the crop is coming out of dormancy.
Cloudy skies are in store for much of Michigan, but Ryan Martin is forecasting a brief warm up.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about the bull run in the corn market with futures hitting new contract highs and if the market is getting worried about a lack of planting progress.
The National Pork Board shares safety tips for handling hog manure.
Stephanie Zelinko, sales agronomist for AgroLiquid, shares pre-planting season tips and the challenges that may arise if you base your soil nutrition plan off previous soil tests.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. shares what the U.S. learned from last week's export sales report and the pending challenges growers could see as they get ready to take to the fields.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a soggy week, but it won't stick around all week.
Michigan FFA is in its final stages of its 2022 Glassbrook Endowment Fund campaign. State treasurer Sydney Masters shares why these donations are important.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor discusses the potential impacts of China's COVID-19 lockdowns as its farmers get ready to plant. He also talks about if an uptick in U.S. cases could curb meat demand ahead of the start of the grilling season.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a cold end to the week and showers to start the next week.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons shares what's been going on with grain future spreads and an overall lack of fresh news to keep the market going.
Trevor Kraus, technical agronomist with BASF, shares ways to effectively manage cercospora leaf spot in sugarbeets with Provysol fungicide.
Apple producers should take advantage of the calm early season to prepare for a high-yielding crop this fall. Eric Ott of Valent shares tools they can use.
The rain showers are clearing out of Michigan, but the remainder of the week will be cold. Ryan Martin shares his full forecast.
On Tuesday, President Biden announced E15 would be sold this summer to ease prices at the gas pump. However, Growth Energy is trying to make that permanent.
No parts of Michigan will be able to dodge rain showers on Wednesday. Ryan Martin shares his full forecast.
Arlan Suderman of StoneX discusses inflationary buying and a strong wheat trade on Tuesday.
On Monday, the White House released its Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Rural Playbook. Cabinet officials will go on tour across the country to outline what it means for rural America.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about the wheat contracts to watch, Ukraine's carryout number, and looking beyond USDA's reports.
Much of the day will be sunny, but showers will start to move in before the day is through. Ryan Martin has his full forecast.
Supply chain issues have led to an increase in unfilled rail car orders and the costs of railway shipping. Danny Munch, economist, American Farm Bureau Federation, discusses the latest situation.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading Inc. shares his key takeaways from Friday's USDA World Supply and Demand Estimates.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a turbulent week of weather which includes rain, snow, and sun.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about the long-term impacts to markets after the war in Ukraine is finished. He also shares what the beef and pork numbers from the February Census is telling producers.
Starting clean early in your soybean fields helps you stay clean throughout the season too. Gery Welker, BASF technical agronomist, says it has a lot to do with pre-emerge herbicides with residual control of early season weeds.
Cold, blustery weather continues into the weekend. However, warmer temperatures will start next week at a cost.
Market analyst Robin Schmahl talks about strong dairy values, if that will encourage herd growth, and domestic consumption.
Trevor Kraus, agronomist for BASF, talks about Provysol fungicide as a tool to keep cercospora at bay.
Kam Quarels, CEO of the National Potato Council, has mixed feelings about Mexico's latest potato announcement.
Between high freight costs and low drivers, the trucking industry is having a hard time transporting perishable items. Mike Kucharski, co-owner and vice president of JKC Trucking, shares how it's impacting his business.
Arlan Suderman of StoneX shares why the grain markets were the beneficiary of the funds on Tuesday, and he discusses the first crop progress report of the year for wheat.
Weather conditions are expected to remain drizzly, cloudy, and cold the next several days. Ryan Martin shares his full Michigan farm forecast.
Many farmers are still seeking a good solution to fight tough weeds like waterhemp and Palmer Amaranth. Aaron Smith, Corteva’s US Product Manager for soybean herbicides, says a program approach is the best way to go.
Without a doubt, the future of farming will have more robotic technology. Some of it will be seen yet this season. Daniel Padrao, COO of Solinftec, shares why this robot will be an asset to growers this season and beyond.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities shares what grain futures contracts are drawing the most attention and gives an update on the Black Sea.
Michigan will experience cloudy skies today, but April showers will return before the week is over.
Some farmers are thinking about cutting back on inputs. However, if you need to file a claim this year, would that impact your crop insurance? Scott Schmidt, crop insurance manager with GreenStone Farm Credit Services, says it’s a gray area.
The dairy industry has voiced its support for the need for the Ocean Shipping Reform Act.
Brian Basting discusses the price ratio between corn and soybeans pre-USDA report day and post-USDA report day.
Rain is in the forecast nearly every day this week. Ryan Martin shares his full outlook.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor digests a "head scratching" USDA Prospective Plantings Report. He also shares the significance of this week's Quarterly Hogs and Pigs Report.
Farmers are becoming more interested in carbon markets. Indigo Ag shares why their program has been so successful.
Ryan Martin is forecasting cold temperatures will dominate into next week.
The MAT Sugarbeet Planting Report begins today with how to plan your cercospora management with Trevor Kraus, agronomist for BASF.
USDA will be releasing a whole batch of reports today, including Quarterly Grain Stocks. Rick Hollister of The Andersons shares what to expect. He also discusses ethanol margins as they relate to these strong corn values.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a soggy end to the week.
Greg Tylka, nematologist with Iowa State University explains how fields infected with soybean cyst nematode can have significant financial impacts if not treated or managed.
Proposition 12 is headed to the Supreme Court, and the pork industry is applauding the Court's decision to take up the case.
Arlan Suderman of Stone X talks about the factors leading to Tuesday's commodity market sell off.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a soggy day ahead and cold temperatures will finish out the week.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about phantom acres, if trade estimates for acres will be enough for demand, and dealing with confusion with cash corn and wheat bids.
Brevant Seeds is wanting growers to make the most out of their bushels this season by mitigating plant stress early in the growing season.
Cold air will return to Michigan after a brief warm up, possibly bringing snow showers. Ryan Martin shares what to expect the rest of the week.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. talks about where China could turn if Ukraine doesn't plant a full corn crop and if there's a way to prepare for this week's Prospective Planting Report.
The American Farm Bureau Federation is encouraging farm women to get involved in political advocacy as the next election cycle nears. Isabella Chism, Chair of the AFBF Women’s Leadership Committee, says women have many opportunities.
The Phase One Trade Agreement with China failed, but corn fared well under the deal. Chris Creguer, board member of Michigan Corn, talks about what lies ahead.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a cold start to the week, but there could be some mid-week turbulence.
Karl Setzer talks about the seasonal shifts in export demand from the U.S. to South America. He also discusses what these high grain prices are doing for demand--foreign and domestic.
Corteva has expanded its Carbon Initiative Program to Michigan. Drew Miller, carbon sales and support lead, shares why this program is different.
Several months have passed since a tornado devastated parts of Kentucky and Indiana. Chad Lee, extension educator with the University of Kentucky, shares this could cause delays in planting.
Cold temperatures return for the weekend and will stick around for the first part of next week. Ryan Martin shares more in his full forecast.
Michigan Corn board member Chris Creguer expresses his frustrations about the trade barriers the corn industry faces with Mexico.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a soggy end to the week and a cloudy start to the weekend.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about Wednesday's strength in the soybean market and early inklings of what to expect in USDA's Prospective Plantings Report.
Michigan's apple and peach growers will have a new tool to use this season. Valent's Accede is a growth regulator to chemically thin fruit.
Arlan Suderman of Stone X talks about the choppiness the trade experienced on Tuesday.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a soggy few days over Michigan.
Today is National Ag Day! American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall shares why it's important to share agriculture's story.
Rising inputs continue to be on the mind of Kevin Clarke of Coleman, who is looking for alternatives.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities shares the latest on wheat exports out of the Black Sea region as well as the corn/soybean price ration and what it means ahead of USDA's Prospective Plantings Report.
Precipitation is on the way to much of Michigan over the next few days. Ryan Martin shares his forecasted totals.
The soybean industry is turning its attention to focus on biodiesel expansion. Matt Gast, a farmer-leader with the United Soybean Board, explains the opportunities farmers can see.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. talks about the impacts to U.S. exports as a result of the Russia-Ukraine war and shares how harvest and planting are progressing in South America.
Rain is in the forecast for much of this week. Ryan Martin shares his full forecast.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about why commodity markets are no longer a safe haven and how the wheat market faired with its own GameStop-esque run up last week.
The United Soybean Board continues to invest its checkoff dollars into high-oleic soybeans. Andy Eubank shares who is demanding more acres.
The weekend will start off rainy, but will clear off before the weekend is over. Ryan Martin shares more in his full forecast.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about the impacts of Chinese COVID closures and the markets, as well as the latest developments between Russia and Ukraine.
Matt Frostic, a corn grower from Sanilac County and at-large member of NCGA, talks about the industry's potential in aviation fuel.
Michigan can eke out one more day of sunny weather before the weather pattern changed. Ryan Martin has more in his full forecast.
A Canadian rail strike could begin today. Mike Steenhoek of the Soy Transportation Coalition talks about the specific impacts to already tough to obtain fertilizers.
Dave Milligan of Cass City, Michigan is no longer president of the National Association of Wheat Growers. He reflects on his two years as president.
Arlan Suderman of StoneX explains that wheat investments could be a hedge against inflation.
GreenStone Farm Credit is celebrating a record Patronage Day this week! CEO Dave Armstrong talks about what it means for them and their customers.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities discusses where the wheat, corn and soybean charts are going, as well as Russian exports of grain.
Ryan Martin is forecasting scattered showers for the second half of next week.
While attending Commodity Classic last week, Sec. Tom Vilsack made three announcements from USDA involving trade, fertilizer, and climate-smart initiatives.
Sunny skies and dry weather will start the week, but that will change around Thursday.
Dave Fogel of Advance Trading, Inc. talks about managing risk in these turbulent markets and what growers should consider when marketing their crops.
We are at Commodity Classic in New Orleans to finish out the week. Samuel Taylor, farm inputs analyst for Rabobank, talks about the latest updates in fertilizer markets in this full conversation.
Jim McCormick of AgMarket.Net discusses the longer-term implications if Ukraine isn’t able to plant a full crop and digests the latest CONAB numbers.
Ryan Martin shares what we can expect once we get past this cold weekend.
Michigan’s agriculture sector will be at the Capitol in Lansing today. The Senate Ag Subcommittee will hear testimony on Sen. Roger Victory’s Senate Bill 885. Rebecca Park, legislative council for Michigan Farm Bureau, previews the event.
Lake effect snow could be at play this weekend. Ryan Martin shares his full forecast.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons shares the highlights from Wednesday's supply and demand estimates and talks about why oil saw a massive sell off.
Mexico continues to roadblock U.S. potato market access, frustrating top industry officials.
USDA releases its March World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates today at noon. Eric Pfeiffer previews what to expect.
The wheat market finally saw some losses on Tuesday. Mike Silver of Kokomo Grain explains why.
Cold air is going to be staying on top of Michigan. Ryan Martin shares more in his full forecast.
Supply chain disruptions have become a household discussion topic the last year. Recovery has been slow, but according to Sameera Fazili, deputy director of the National Economic Council, the Biden administration is still working.
The food vs. fuel debate is back for corn. John Ezinga of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about demand for corn as well as the need to repeal tariffs on fertilizer.
Cold air has moved in over Michigan, and it's going to stay through the weekend. Ryan Martin shares his full forecast.
Tim Boring, state executive director of Michigan FSA shares what the agency is watching as spring is beginning in this full-length interview.
Ryan Martin is forecasting snow for Lower Michigan, but sunshine will return.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading discusses what is going on with basis levels and the risk yet to come for the wheat market.
Black swan events have seemingly been happening more frequently, leading to massive swings in the market. Karl Setzer of AgriVisor shares if we're noticing them more and the cost of jumping into the wheat market.
Golden Harvest has an entire agronomy team to help you prepare for spring planting. Steve Wilken, agronomist, shares what the team is doing to help farmers before a seed goes in the ground.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a warm start to the weekend, but rain is likely for much of the state.
With current prices for corn and soybeans, dry beans will have a tough time competing for acres in 2022. In this full interview, Matt Stawowy, a trader with Steele & Company, talks about the prospects for dry bean growers in 2022 and continuing demand.
Sunny skies will remain over Michigan today, but a change in the weather is coming. Ryan Martin shares his full forecast.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about emotional vs. fundamental market trading. He also shares the latest developments with the crops in Brazil and Argentina.
The grain markets have all seen major swings the last few weeks concerning the Black Sea region. Wheat remains the biggest area of volatility as more than 25 percent of the world's wheat comes from that area. Steve Nicholson of RaboBank talks about the impacts to exports.
Rain is preparing to move across the state for the weekend. Ryan Martin shares his latest forecast.
Arlan Suderman of Stone X talks about the impacts to vegetable oil markets and how it's supporting soybeans.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities discusses the likelihood of Ukraine planting a full crop this year and financial incentives for U.S. farmers to plant more soybeans.
U.S. Trade Ambassador Katherine Tai talks about the growing difficulties the U.S. is having with China on trade talks.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a calm weather pattern to start March. He shares when some areas of Michigan could see a big threat of moisture.
Trade with the Indo-Pacific Region has changed a lot within the last five to seven years. U.S. Trade Ambassador Catherine Tai lays out what her office is doing to increase trust in trade.
March is going to come in like a lamb this year. Ryan Martin shares a favorable forecast for this week.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. talks about USDA's Export Sales Report and the sell off in the grain markets on Friday.
The USDA began its annual Outlook Forum on Thursday. Sec. Vilsack made three announcements that will help the country's livestock and poultry processing sector.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a cold weekend, but sunshine will dominate.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about the acreage estimates from the USDA Outlook Forum for corn, soybeans and wheat. He also shares what we learned in a bearish Cold Storage Report and the impact it had on Thursday's livestock trade.
African swine fever was detected off the coast of the U.S. a few months ago. During the Michigan Professional Pork Producers Symposium in Lansing, Dr. Patrick Webb of the National Pork Board talks about why farmers need to be extra vigilant in their biosecurity efforts if traveling in this full conversation.
High pressure will sit over Michigan for much of the day, but snow is expected for the lower half of the state.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about these all-time highs in the grain markets and marketing strategies with these high prices.
On Tuesday, the Dry Bean and Sugarbeet Symposium was held in Bay City. In this edition of the MAT podcast, I talked with Greg Ackerman, a dry bean, sugarbeet, wheat and corn farmer from Reese; Joe Cramer, executive director of the Michigan Bean Commission; and Peter Maxwell, a farmer from central Michigan who raises sugarbeets, corn soybeans wheat, and his kids.
Russian tensions escalated, causing the grain markets to see a double-digit move. David Kohli of Allendale-Inc.com has more on this swing to the upside.
Rob Anderson, manager of the government relations department with Michigan Farm Bureau, talks about today’s Lansing Legislative Seminar for MFB members in this full conversation.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities shares an update on South American planting progress and explains what Bayer’s force majure declaration could bean for acres.
Rain will dominate lower Michigan, but the UP will receive several inches of snow. Ryan Martin shares more in his forecast.
It's been slow getting products into the U.S., but what about getting products out of the U.S.? Chuck Kunisch of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about the struggles for grain.
From the UP to Lower Michigan, we'll experience snow, rain, freezing rain, and freezing temperatures this week. Ryan Martin shares his full forecast.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. is watching the USDA Outlook Forum, export sales, and South America while the markets are closed today for Presidents Day.
Rising interest rates continue to a cause of concern. Eric Pfeiffer has more from the National Farm Machinery Show.
Get ready for a cold blast of air this weekend. Ryan Martin has more in his full forecast.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about if $100+ lean hog futures are sustainable with a lack of Chinese demand. He also shares if higher interest rates will really be a bad thing when it comes to curbing inflation in commodities.
MDARD Director Gary McDowell talks about the priorities for all 50 states from the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture policy meeting.
The National Farm Machinery Show is happening in Louisville. If you make a purchase, how soon could you take it home? Eric Pfeiffer is in Kentucky.
A fire broke out at the Louis Dreyfus soybean plant in Claypool, Ind. this week. Andy Eubank shares the extent of the damage.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about taking a step back and looking at the big picture of the markets with a solid plan.
Andy Eubank talks with Arlan Suderman of StoneX about China's long-term game plan with the Phase One trade agreement.
Ryan Martin shares the latest about this storm system headed to Michigan.
Tom Fritz of EFG Group talks about Tuesday's weakness in the grain markets.
Russia has pulled back some of its troops, but there's still a lot of uncertainties as to what will happen next. Steve Nicholson, global sector strategist of grains and oilseeds with Rabobank, shares the risks and opportunities for U.S. grains, why we need to be wary of China and Russia's growing comfort with each other and more in this full-length interview.
Ryan Martin is tracking a low-pressure system that will bring snow to several areas across Michigan.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about why the soybean market will still be watching CONAB numbers this week and what he's hearing on 2022's spring acres.
Snow, rain, and snow again is possible for Michigan this week. Ryan Martin shares what we can expect when.
Farm Bill planning is in its early stages. Eric Pfeiffer talks with Rep. Glen "GT" Thompson about why there's a sense of urgency to start work now.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. shares what we learned from last week's export sales report and if high prices are starting to cure high prices.
The Great Lakes YEN is looking to build after it's successful first year. Jody Pollock-Newsom, executive director of the Michigan Wheat Program shares what growers can expect.
Snow is in the forecast for much of Michigan. However, a warm up is on the way which will bring rain.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about Thursday's 70-cent trading range, President Biden discussing adding tariffs on China, and an update on where the U.S. sits on unshipped bushels of grains.
Tar spot took the top end off Michigan corn yields in 2021. Mark Riehl, Great Lakes agronomist for NK Seeds, shares why the there will be more acres of NK hybrids this year.
The grain markets are experiencing deja vu all over again after Wednesday's USDA Supply and Demand reports. Rick Hollister of The Andersons shares his main takeaways.
Lake effect snow and warmer temperatures are in the long-term forecast. Ryan Martin shares more.
USDA is projecting a drop of net farm income for 2022. Eric Pfeiffer shares what costs are rising to offset profits.
In a full-length interview, Chuck Lippstreu, president of the Michigan Agri-Business Association, talks about the significance of the Canadian trucking protests and what MABA is doing to help the trucker shortage.
Eric Pfeiffer talks with Josh Linville of StoneX about the latest challenges the fertilizer industry is facing.
Ryan Martin is forecasting much of Michigan to receive a fresh blanket of snow.
Arlan Suderman of Stone X talks about a lower Tuesday in the corn and soybean markets leading up to Wednesday's supply and demand report.
Bill Hunt of Hunt Farms is thankful he and his fellow farmers had the Phase One trade agreement, however he is wary of the future.
Sunshine will dominate most of Michigan today. Ryan Martin shares his full forecast.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about geopolitical tensions he's watching outside of Russia/Ukraine, an update on how things are going in South America, and which of the three grains he's most bullish about looking into the long term.
The 2021 Sugar Grower of the Year hails from Reese, Mich. Charlie Bauer of Laracha Farms shares what lead up to this accomplishment.
USDA is projecting net farm income to fall in 2022.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a cold front to impact Michigan later in the week and some areas of the state could pick up four inches of snow before the weekend.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. previews what we could expect in this week’s USDA reports, and he shares what China’s cancellation of U.S. corn means.
California's Proposition 12 has been stalled by the California courts for six months. Andy Eubank explores the implications of this rule.
There's been a lot of talk about managed money, but who is that crowd? Karl Setzer of AgriVisor breaks it down.
Clear, calm weather is expected for Michigan in the long term, but Ryan Martin is tracking a possible break in the pattern for next week.
Challenges remain getting new equipment to market, and financing will soon not be as easy. Curt Blades of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers shares what farmers should consider.
Snow is clearing out over Michigan today. Ryan Martin shares what to expect.
Melinda Sweeney of The Andersons talks about South American harvest progress and the continued big moves in the soybean market.
This winter storm has finally made it to Michigan. Ryan Martin shares what we can expect during and after the snow event.
More farmers are concerned about the availability of crop protectants in 2022. Hear what BASF is doing to get ahead of the problem.
Arlan Suderman of StoneX talks about the strength the grain markets saw on Tuesday and soybeans' near-limit move higher.
Ryan Martin continues tracking this winter storm on its way to Michigan, and snow totals will be wide-ranging.
Mark Stock, CEO of Big Iron, talks about the boom in online auction sales his company has witnessed throughout the last two years.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about the latest developments between Russia and Ukraine, opportunities that are arising from contract highs in corn and soybeans, and harvest progress in Brazil.
Ryan Martin is tracking a major winter storm that will have some large impacts here in Michigan.
Avian influenza has been discovered in wild birds in North Carolina. Dr. Zac Williams of Michigan Allied Poultry Industries shares what Michigan producers need to do.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. talks about the opportunities that are arising from volatility and China purchasing more U.S. soybeans.
In a full-length interview, Laurie Isley, board member of the Michigan Soybean Committee, talks about the outreach plans the checkoff group has for 2022, including a potential partnership with the Henry Ford Museum.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about why ethanol stocks are reaching "burdensome" levels and why hog weights are below where they were last year.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a big change in the weather pattern toward the second half of next week.
Jim Zook, executive director of Michigan Corn, shares his outlook for biofuels in 2022 from the Great Lakes Crop Summit in Mt. Pleasant.
Melinda Sweeney of The Andersons talks about the impact of Malaysian palm oil had on the soybean trade and why wheat futures abruptly stopped their rally on Wednesday.
Cold air still is dominating the forecast, but Ryan Martin is forecasting a bit of relief is on the way.
David Kohli of Allendale-Inc.com talks about Tuesday's grain market action.
Farmers are still awaiting movement on the Farm Workforce Modernization Act.
Dwyer Williams will soon take over as the CEO of the United Dairy Industry of Michigan. In this full-length interview, she talks about the goals and plans she hopes to bring to Michigan’s dairy farmers and consumers.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities shares an update on new crop futures contracts, what next week’s Federal Reserve meeting could bring, harvest progress in South America and wheat futures as they relate to Russia/Ukraine.
China fell short on it’s Phase One obligations. Sec. Vilsack explains that trade talks between the U.S. and China are still hot.
Lake effect snow and cold weather will dominate throughout the day today. Ryan Martin shares his full forecast.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. talks about dryness in Brazil and Argentina could push China to make more purchases of U.S. corn and soybeans.
Andy Eubank shares the ways you can reduce corn diseases in 2022 with your seed selections.
Lake effect snow will remain the dominant form of precipitation this week. Ryan Martin shares his full forecast.
Cyber attacks in the U.S. cost more than $4 million in 2021. Is agriculture an easy target? What safeguards can agribusinesses take? Jodie DeVries of Marsh talks about this growing threat.
A high pressure system is sitting squarely over Michigan. Ryan Martin shares what to expect this weekend.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about why China's domestic pork production numbers for 2021 are significant and why slaughter numbers for cattle and hogs are lower than one year ago.
Eric Voisinet of Laingsburg placed in the top three in the National Corn Growers Yield Contest. He talks about the factors that lead to this accomplishment.
Lake effect snow continues to pose a slight threat to parts of Michigan. Ryan Martin has more in his forecast.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about the 40-cent move in the wheat market the last two sessions and how oil's gains is impacting the grain markets.
Doug Chapin, board chairman for the Michigan Milk Producers Association about his thoughts for 2022 in regard to export opportunities, legislation in Washington and more in a special full-length interview.
Andy Eubank talks with Matt Goddard of Bayer about taking stock of your soybean ground to make the best selections for 2022.
David Kohli of Allendale-Inc.com shares what moved Tuesday's mixed market action in the grain markets.
Michigan AgrAbility and Michigan Rehabilitation Services talk about their partnership to help Michigan’s disabled farmers.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about why farmers should be hedging Dec ’22 corn and what he’s watching in wheat.
Aside from a few chances of lake effect snow, Ryan Martin is forecasting another stretch of precipitation-free weather.
David Widmar of Agricultural Economic Insights, shares the economic challenges the agriculture sector will likely face in 2022.
Michigan's Critter Barn is looking for assistance to continue their mission of education in a bigger, more accessible space.
Markets are closed Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, but Brian Basting of Advance Trading shares how South American weather and crop development are impacting our markets.
Cold air will continue to dominate this week, but Ryan Martin is tracking rounds of lake effect snow this week.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor breaks down USDA's livestock numbers and explains how China is a factor. He also discusses China's latest ambitions to increase their soybean production by 40 percent by 2025.
Costly fertilizer values are weighing heavily on corn growers. Randy Poll, president of Michigan Corn, talks about the impacts and what's being done.
Michigan is missing out on a major snow storm this weekend. Ryan Martin shares his full forecast.
Sarah Black, general manager of Great Lakes Ag Labor Services, previews an ag labor event to clear up the confusion on regulations and finding more help.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a calm end to the week, but weather conditions are likely to change by the start of the week.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons digests Wednesday's USDA reports, shares Michigan's grain stocks numbers, and shares why there was a slight surprise in the Wheat Seedings report.
The Michigan Agri-Business Association is wrapping up its annual Winter Conference today. In this full-length interview, MABA President Chuck Lippstreu shares the event's highlights.
Policy is now set for the American Farm Bureau Federation. Andy Eubank shares the top priorities.
More dry weather is in the forecast, but Ryan Martin says there's an interesting set up taking shape.
Arlan Suderman of StoneX previews today's USDA reports and what to expect from them.
The newly-created Office of Rural Development has been created. Gary McDowell, director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, talks about what this office means for rural Michigan.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about the USDA report he’s most anticipating on Thursday as well as this “commodity super cycle.”
Ryan Martin is forecasting another round of snow for parts of Michigan.
The saying goes, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." There isn't a cure for tar spot, but there are ways to prevent it. Syngenta shares what to do and options for soybeans in 2022.
Ryan Martin is forecasting the cold temperatures to stick around this week.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. talks about the heat hitting Argentina and how to prepare for Thursday's USDA report dump.
Sec. Vilsack shares additional information from the White House’s meat and poultry plan and his response to the plan’s backlash.
John Deere has unveiled its autonomous tractor that will be available yet this year.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about China’s pork demand over the last three years and what a surge in COVID-19 cases mean for meat packers and the supply chain.
Ryan Martin is forecasting lake effect snow to clear, but is tracking a weather system that isn't going to be a big concern for most of Michigan.
Ryan Martin is forecasting lake effect snow to be a problem for parts of West Michigan for the rest of the week.
Matt Kapp, government relations specialist with Michigan Farm Bureau, explains why redistricting provides a new opportunity for farmers.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about new optimism in the new year, a decline in winter wheat conditions out west, and how to prepare for the potentially market moving round of USDA reports next week.
The Pork Checkoff is encouraging producers to complete its on-farm sustainability report because of the value it provides to consumers and farmers.
Ryan Martin is tracking a 24-hour weather disturbance, primarily for West Michigan and the UP.
Arlan Suderman of StoneX talks about the factors supporting Tuesday's grain trade.
The Biden administration released a $1 billion plan to expand and diversify meat and poultry processing capacity. Eric Pfeiffer shares details.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about Monday's move higher in soybeans, China's moves toward self-sustainability, and what he's anticipating from next week's USDA data dump.
DTE Energy is operating different kinds of farms in Michigan at the request of their customers. Dave Harwood, renewable energy director, explains what these projects mean locally.
Ryan Martin is forecasting more January-like weather as we finish out the week.
In this special edition of the podcast, Paul Anderson, chief credit officer with GreenStone Farm Credit Services, provides his outlook for farm financials as we start 2022 in this full-length interview.
Michigan will have to deal with a blast of winter weather this week before a warm up for next week.
Brian Basting of Advanced Trading, Inc. shares what we can expect from China in the new year.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a New Years Day snowstorm that has the potential of dumping several inches of heavy, wet snow.
The U.S. Soybean Export Council is looking at soy's place in aquaculture in terms of sustainability.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about what the high input costs mean for livestock, the possibility of more wheat feeding in 2022, and what is really going on in South America.
Jason Pullis of Agoro Carbon Alliance explains how they're helping farmers navigate carbon markets.
If you like dry weather and sunshine, Ryan Martin is forecasting a small window for you to enjoy.
Melinda Sweeney of The Andersons talks about Wednesday's market moves and end of the year demand for grains.
Sarah Black of Great Lakes Ag Labor Services talks about the worker situation headed into 2022 and what it could mean in the long term.
Several farm organizations are developing resources and programs to address mental health in rural America. Rod Bain of USDA reports on these efforts from the American Farm Bureau and National Farmers Union.
If you like snow, Ryan Martin has some good news in his forecast. If you don't like snow, Ryan Martin has good news for you as well.
Arlan Suderman of StoneX talks about Tuesday's correction in the grain markets.
Wind farms are popping up across the state. Bob Walton, a farmer in Rosebush, Michigan, shares why he's a big fan of Michigan's largest wind farm.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities explains why he's bearish wheat going into 2022 and what to do before the grain markets have a correction.
A dry window will open at midweek, but a strong weather system is going to be making its way through Michigan over the weekend.
Teachers interested in signing up for Michigan Ag In The Classroom's FARM Crates still have a couple weeks to register. Amelia Black explains the boxes and why they're important for curriculums.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a soggy start to the week before dry weather moves back in before the end of the week.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. talks about the weather market for the grain markets and if the La Nina weather pattern in South America could impact Brazil and Argentina's export windows.
In this edition of the podcast, Chuck Lippstreu, president of the Michigan AgriBusiness Association, lays out what people can expect from this year's in-person Winter Conference.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a soggy Christmas Day, but the sun will return before an active weather week.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about how the market is seeing a mindset change as we end the year and what that looks like.
When you're together for the holidays, Eric Pfeiffer explains why succession planning can be brought up in conversation.
Melinda Sweeny, grain merchant with The Andersons in Auburn, shares how growers can manage these high prices and if $6 corn, $13 soybeans and $8 wheat is motivating growers to sell.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a cloudy day over Michigan before temperatures warm up.
On this special edition of the MAT Podcast, Sen. Debbie Stabenow, Chair of the Senate Ag Committee, looks back on the accomplishments from 2021 and her priorities in 2022 in this exclusive, full-length interview.
A white Christmas will be difficult to come by in the Lower Peninsula. Ryan Martin has his full forecast.
Arlan Suderman explains the risk-on day in the markets on Tuesday and why the soybean market is now the leader for the grains.
Rob Johansson, director of economics and policy analysis with the American Sugar Alliance, talks about farmer sentiment as it relates to inflation.
More sunny, dry weather is in Ryan Martin's Michigan Farm Forecast.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about how one senator's words sank the markets on Monday, as well as the pressure in the wheat market.
Doug Sibbet of Nutrien Preminum Fertilizer Technologies, talks about how growers can protect their nitrogen investments with ESN Smart Nitrogen.
Proposed changes are coming to apple crop insurance.
The Lower Peninsula will be dry, but snow will fly in the Upper Peninsula. Ryan Martin shares his forecast.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. talks about how corn and soybean futures have hit multi-month highs and what this week's Cattle on Feed Report and Quarterly Hogs and Pigs Report will mean for feed demand as we start 2021.
Dairy Margin Coverage enrollment began on Monday. Chris Galen of the National Milk Producers Federation explains what dairy producers need to know about the program.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a calmer, more chilly start to the weekend.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about why China placed higher tariffs on pork and why they aren't purchasing U.S. corn.
The used equipment market is on fire. Eric Pfeiffer talks to Machinery Pete about some of the records he's seen broken at auctions across the country.
The UP will experience a wintry mix today, while Lower Michigan won't see hardly any precipitation through the day. Ryan Martin has your full forecast.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about the reasons for the softness in the wheat market, how the dryness in Southern Brazil and Argentina are impacting the markets, and why the veg oil markets have softened.
The National Pork Board is developing an international market development strategy to build confidence in U.S. pork. Dermot Hayes, an economist at Iowa State University, explains why this differentiation is important for domestic producers.
Moisture is tracking across Michigan today, and warm air is keeping this precipitation from falling in the form of snow.
Tom Fritz of EFG Group explains Tuesday's higher move in the soybean market.
There's an incredible demand for U.S. soy in aviation fuel. Matt Herman, National Biodiesel Board Environmental Science Director, explains how it can deliver the same performance.
Clouds will start to build over Michigan which could bring some minor precipitation. Ryan Martin shares how we could see a long dry stretch.
John Ezinga, vice president of agronomy and business development with Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about the current fertilizer market, tensions between the U.S. and Russia, the acreage mix for 2022, and why he doesn't think there will be a supply issue for fertilizer.
Jim Zook, executive director of Michigan Corn, shares what last week's decision on Renewable Volume Obligations means for Michigan corn growers and producers in a full-length interview.
This week's temperatures will be at or above normal, but that doesn't rule out a chance of rain. Ryan Martin shares his full forecast.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. shares an update on how the dry weather in Brazil is impacting markets and why it's more important than ever to defend your balance sheet.
Apple producers have another tool in the tool box to manage scab. Eric Ott of Valent explains what products in their portfolio will keep scab at bay.
Ryan Martin shares how the big storm out west will impact us here in Michigan.
Karl Setzer talks about the pressure in the hog market and the long-term impacts of COVID on the protein sector.
Jamie Clover-Adams, executive director of Michigan Asparagus, shares an update on the industry.
Today will be a weather transition day for Michigan. Ryan Martin shares more in his full weather forecast.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about U.S.-Russian tensions and how it's impacting the wheat market.
We are broadcasting from the Great Lakes Expo in Grand Rapids this week. Ben Smith, president of the Michigan State Horticulture Society, reflects on the Society's 150th anniversary being celebrated at the Expo and shares exciting opportunities at this year's show.
Temperatures are starting to moderate and warm, but not before some moisture comes with it. Ryan Martin has his full forecast.
Arlan Suderman of StoneX talks about the EPA's proposed volume standards for ethanol.
Roland Fumasi, head of research with RaboResearch, talks about the short- and long-term impacts of the ag labor shortage.
Eric Pfeiffer shares how a new product is helping with fertilizer efficiency.
Ryan Martin is forecasting cold air to remain over Michigan through the day, however temps will moderate and warm by Thursday.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities shares a study showing there could be more corn acres in 2022, and he previews this week's WASDE.
The U.S. Soybean Export Council is working on differentiating U.S. soy and diversifying U.S. soy markets globally.
Michigan Farm Bureau is welcoming new leadership following its 102nd State Annual Meeting. Hear from the new at-large leader, Paul Pridgon of Branch County.
Prices for corn are and remain strong. Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. talks about the battle between export demand and domestic corn demand.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a winterlike blast of cold weather this week.
Chris Edgington, president of the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) expresses his frustrations about the fertilizer situation with Andy Eubank.
Sarah Zastrow, owner of Cultivate Balance in Midland County, is the 2021 Michigan Farm Bureau Discussion Meet winner.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a colder, more active weather pattern through the weekend and into the week.
Mike Silver of Kokomo Grain discusses the volatility and risk that's been traded in the markets this week.
The 102nd Michigan Farm Bureau State Annual Meeting is in the books. Hear what Scott Piggott, CEO of MFB, says the main goal is for the event.
Moisture is set to move across the state as we end the week. Ryan Martin shares his full forecast.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about why the markets turned green after three sessions of losses. He also discusses how the end of harvest is impacting the grain markets.
Michigan Farm Bureau is in the thick of its State Annual Meeting. President Carl Bednarski shares what the return to in-person means to him.
If you haven’t purchased your Christmas tree already, Rod Bain of USDA explains why you’ll have to pay more this year.
Arlan Suderman of Stone X shares the role the Fed played in Tuesday’s market selloff.
Commodity Classic will return in 2022 in New Orleans. Andy Eubank talks with Brad Doyle, vice president of the American Soybean Association, as he shares what attendees can expect at the return to an in-person event.
More challenges for the ag workforce have increased in recent months. Rod Bain of USDA explains.
Ryan Martin's latest forecast shows lots of hit-and-miss moisture in pockets of the state headed into December.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about the omicron COVID variant and its impacts on the ag markets and what USDA could do to soybean export numbers.
Brevant has a new line of Enlist E3 soybeans. Kurt Curry of Brevant explains what this means.
Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) is pressuring the Biden administration for supply chain answers.
Ryan Martin is forecasting another week of sub-par opportunities for field work.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading shares global grain factors we need to watch, including a large corn crop in Ukraine.
Galynn Beer of AgroLiquid explains why you should look at your fertilizer management habits while prices are high.
Ryan Martin has your latest Michigan farm forecast.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor looks at if USDA's baseline projections can withstand another black swan event.
Michigan Cranberry Company is built on Michigan's rich cranberry history. Wally Hugget shares how the state's largest cranberry marsh came into existance.
Cold weather in your Michigan farm forecast. Ryan Martin has the latest.
Rich Nelson of Allendale, Inc. shares what we can expect for grains and livestock in a post-Phase One world.
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!
Sugarbeet yields have been plentiful this season for many in beet-growing regions. Luther Markwart, executive vice president of the American Sugarbeet Growers Association, talks about the abundant sugar supply, policy and supply chains in this full interview.
Get ready for precipitation on Thanksgiving. Ryan Martin has the timing on this next front.
Arlan Suderman of StoneX talks about the bull run in the wheat market and shares the corn market's top priority.
If you've purchased ingredients for your Thanksgiving meal, then you know prices are up. Eric Pfeiffer explains why.
Lake effect will be playing a role in today's weather forecast. Ryan Martin explains the impacts.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about the bullish factors in the wheat market and if we're seeing the beginning signs of inflation starting to slow.
Former Rep. Collin Peterson and former Sen. Pat Roberts talk about some of the obstacles the 2023 farm bill will face.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a mostly calm weather week with lake effect driving Monday's forecast before a shift in the pattern on Thanksgiving.
Bob Utterback of Utterback Marketing reflects on the week and talks about his thoughts on the corn acreage shift in 2022.
Mike Swoish, Pioneer field agronomist, talks about what to consider if you're thinking about underapplying fertilizer this year.
Emily Skor, CEO of Growth Energy, expresses her frustrations to Thursday's announcement from the EPA.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about why weather will impact acres in 2022 more than fertilizer prices and why there was nothing that came from President Biden and President Xi's trade talk this week.
Ryan Martin has his final harvest weather forecast, and lake effect precipitation will play a role this week.
Eric Pfeiffer speaks with former Undersecretary Ted McKinney about trade in the Biden administration at the National Association of Farm Broadcasting in Kansas City.
Andy Eubank shares an update on the fertilizer picture with Josh Linville, director of fertilizer with StoneX.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a cool down, but it does come with dry weather.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about the recent flash sales of corn and soybeans and inflation concerns as they relate to the grain markets.
Kaitlyn Bissonnette of the SCN Coalition explains the changes soybean growers have made in the last five years to manage soybean cyst nematodes.
Mike Swoish, Pioneer field agronomist, shares why growers need to be aware of soil compaction issues this fall.
A front is bringing moisture for the majority of Michigan today, but a long window of dry weather will return.
Arlan Suderman of StoneX talks about the dollar flexing its muscles, pork demand, and the big picture of President Biden’s meeting with China’s President Xi.
The dairy industry is meeting in Las Vegas this week. One of the biggest topics that will be discussed? The shipping crisis and it’s weight on dairy producers. Shawna Morris, NMPF and U.S. Dairy Export Council senior vice president for trade policy, explains the hiccups.
Temperatures are warming up through the day, but that will trigger precipitation on Wednesday.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about if big crops really do keep getting bigger, trends in the soybean complex, which commodity has the most potential this week and more.
During the Michigan State University Ag Credit Conference, John Kran, national legislative council with Michigan Farm Bureau, previewed how MFB members are preparing for the next farm bill.
Precipitation-free weather will remain for the next few days, but that could change by mid-week. Ryan Martin explains how there could soon be a wide-open dry window.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. talks about how strong ethanol margins are propping up corn prices, if high prices are encouraging corn and soybean selling, and an update on South American planting.
Livestock producers could soon have another forage option after a breakthrough from Purdue University. Andy Eubank shares what researchers discovered.
Ryan Martin is forecasting a blustery week ahead with limited harvest opportunities in his weekly Harvest Weather Forecast.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about consumer choice vs retail choice and protein supply and demand as the meat marketing year is coming to an end.
It's been tough keeping up with the dynamics of the fertilizer markets. In this exclusive, full-length interview, Josh Linville, director of fertilizer with Stone X, talks about the key factors and dealing with emotions.
Tom Manney, agronomist for Specialty Hybrids, explains which varieties stood out in trial plots.
Rain is moving back over Michigan to finish out the week. Ryan Martin explains when it will clear out.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons discusses the lack of flash sales of soybeans pre-report and the strength in the corn and wheat markets.
Over the weekend, the House of Representatives finally voted on the $1 trillion infrastructure bill. Eric Pfeiffer talks to Mike Steenhoek, executive director of the Soy Transportation Coalition about its impacts on agriculture.
A big frontal boundary is making its way to Michigan. Ryan Martin shares when we can expect to see its impacts.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities previews today's USDA supply and demand report and what the agency's baseline projections mean for the markets.
Michigan farmers are needed for research on hearing loss. Keane Trautner, a student researcher, talks about why this is important--and how there's a financial incentive if you help.
Dry weather and warmer temperatures are in the forecast, but Ryan Martin is forecasting a break later in the week.
Robin Schmahl of John Stewart and Associates and AgMarket.Net talks about feed price impacting milk production, PPD prices, and explains why he's bearish as we end the year.
Sugarbeet harvest is entering the homestretch. Rob Gerstenberger of Betaseed shares how things are going.
Ryan Martin is forecasting dry weather will continue for much of the state for nearly a week so farmers can get closer to wrapping up harvest.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about how the September 2021 census report compares to this time last year. He also weighs in on if he thinks there will be a significant change to 2022's acreage.
Most farmers would scoff at harvesting a crop with less than ideal yields. Gary Parr explains why he's happy to harvest his "mediocre" crop this year.
Dry weather will last with a few hiccups. Ryan Martin shares when we will see the next big break in the forecast.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about the pressures the grain and energy markets experienced during Wednesday's trade, strong ethanol margins, and how planting is going in Brazil.
Christopher Bauer, Pioneer agronomist, explains what to look at when making seed decisions in 2022.
Brevant seeds is hitting its two-year mark. Kyle Quick explains how the seed line held up this year.
Cold weather is still dominant, but Ryan Martin shares when warmer temps will return.
Arlan Suderman of StoneX talks about consolidation happening in Tuesday's grain trade.
The 2021 Great Lakes EXPO will be back in Grand Rapids next month. Executive director Greg Bird outlines the newness attendees can expect at this year's event.
Another mostly dry day is on tap in Michigan, and cold air will prevail. Ryan Martin shares what we can expect.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about the rally in the corn market, how gasoline and ethanol prices compare, and if there could be any future implications of the end of the Deere strike.
Trey Malone, extension economist with Michigan State University, talks about the impact of the bullwhip effect on the supply chain and how it impacts agriculture.
Dry weather is coming at a cost. Ryan Martin has more in his full forecast.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. reflects on last week's strength for corn and soybeans and what type of impact could we see on exports to China if they increase corn acres next year.
John Dillman, Betaseed regional sales manager, shares how sugarbeet harvest is going in the dry intermountain area of the country.
Mike Swoish, Pioneer agronomist, shares what your options could be if growers can't get wheat planted this fall.
A harvest window is about to open back up again, but it will bring cooler temperatures.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about Brazilian crop estimates and what they mean for global exports. He also discusses what protein demand looks like for China and what extra weight on hogs means for demand.
Phil Probst of Family Farms in Sturgis has been working with his Specialty Hybrid customers during rain delays.
Ryan Martin has the timing on this next round of rain and when we can see drier weather.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about how ethanol margins supported the corn market on Wednesday and why there's been a lack of farmer selling as harvest rolls on.
Weather conditions could curtail Michigan's wheat acres in 2022. Mike Swoish, Pioneer agronomist, discusses this possibility in part one of this report.
Dry weather and mild temperatures will be at play in the forecast for Wednesday and much of Thursday. Ryan Martin is tracking the next round of rain.
Arlan Suderman of Stone X explains the factors contributing to the losses in the soybean market during Tuesday's session.
Beef and dairy producers can benefit from planting Enogen corn to feed to their cattle. Rebekah Shirley, Enogen account lead, explains why it's good for feed efficiency.
Andy Eubank shares why some soybean growers could switch to planting high-oleic soybeans next year.
A dry window is taking shape over Michigan. Ryan Martin forecasts how long it will last.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities explains if we can compare fertilizer in 2008 to today, and how harvest progress is impacting the markets.
If you’ve purchased, sold or appraised land in the last couple years, Michigan State University needs your help for its annual land values survey. Matt Gammans, extension economist, explains why this data is important.
Rain will clear out of Michigan, just not before the end of the day for the majority of the state. Ryan Martin is also forecasting a "dramatic chill down" in the near future.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. talks about export sales and how concerned the U.S. needs to be about China increasing its corn and soybean purchases from Brazil.
Permanent piling starts for the Michigan Sugar Company today. Rob Gerstenberger, Michigan's Betaseed sales manager explains why 5 percent of the crop needs to be left behind.
Harvest hurdles continue for the next week. Ryan Martin has the latest windows of opportunities in his Harvest Weather Forecast.
Pioneer field agronomist Josh Whelan shares what Pioneer hybrids are standing up to tar spot.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor discusses China's changing needs and what a spike in basis is signaling in the middle of harvest.
After coming into question earlier in the season, Michigan's dry bean crop is having a phenomenal year. Scott Bales, dry bean systems specialist with Michigan State University shares how things are going.
Michigan's soybeans are showing dominant yields when growers have been able to get in and harvest. Ben Hoyt of Specialty Hybrids tells what he's seeing.
Rain will loosen its grip over the state, giving growers another quick chance to harvest before the weekend is over.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about how the impacts of China's energy crisis can be felt in the U.S. and the push and pull of the vegetable oil markets in the grain complex.
Pioneer field agronomist Josh Whelan explains some of the late-season soybean diseases he's seeing in Michigan.
Andy Eubank talks with BASF about the importance of evaluating your weed control program this fall to help in the spring.
Clouds are building over the state today, meaning showers are on their way.
Arlan Suderman of Stone X talks about the factors propping up the soybean market.
Next month's Cultivating Connections event in Ottawa County is designed to bring new and experienced farmers together to make succession plans. Becky Huttinga, Ottawa County economic development coordinator, shares more about the day-long event.
Dry weather will stick around Michigan until clouds build Wednesday afternoon. Ryan Martin shares expected rain totals in his full forecast.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities talks about a harvest low taking shape for corn and soybeans, what renewable diesel could do for soybeans, and how plantings are going in South America.
Soybean seed supplies will be ample this year. Andy Eubank has an update from BASF.
Today and tomorrow will be dry before showers move back in. Ryan Martin has his full Michigan farm forecast.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading talks about why we should be weary of price prediction and breaks down Friday's export sales report.
In this special edition of the MAT Podcast, Luther Markwart, executive vice president of the American Sugarbeet Growers Association, talks about priorities in D.C., preparations for a new Farm Bill, and supply chains.
In Ryan Martin's Harvest Weather Forecast, it appears there's finally going to be a decent stretch of dry weather the state will be able to enjoy.
Karl Setzer of AgriVisor talks about why the markets had a muted response to flash sales announcements this week and why there's more factors at play than input costs that will determine corn acres in 2022.
While there’s no fool-proof way to win the war against tar spot, there are products that can fight the battle. Tom Manney, agronomist for Specialty Hybrids, says there are a couple varieties that are showing promise this season.
Another soggy day over Michigan. Ryan Martin explains when the rain should stop and the sunshine will return.
Rick Hollister of The Andersons talks about if low prices will open the door on more soybean sales and exports and what happened during Wednesday's session in the wheat market.
October has been proclaimed Farm to School Month. Michigan Agriculture in the Classroom is one step ahead. Michelle Blodgett, the program's manager, talks about the success of the FARM Science Lab.
Christopher Bauer, Pioneer agronomist, talks about all the factors that have contributed to stalk integrity issues for corn this season.
Dry weather will last through the day, but there are more chances of rain before the week is through.
Arlan Suderman of Stone X breaks down Tuesday's bearish USDA report for corn and soybeans.
October is Soybean Cyst Nematode Awareness Month. Andy Eubank explains how you should combat this yield-robbing pest.
Rain is moving out of Michigan, but it won't be gone long. Ryan Martin explains when the showers could return.
Ken Lake of Michigan Agricultural Commodities explains how today's Supply and Demand Report could impact crop insurance prices, the bearishness in soybeans, yield drags in the Eastern Corn Belt, and the latest on inputs.
USDA workers and elected county officials are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by November 22. Charlie Meintz, chair of the Menominee, Dickinson, and Iron County FSA Committee, expresses his concern about what this could mean for him, and Sec. Vilsack comments as well.
Rain is moving back to Michigan before the end of the day. Ryan Martin has his full farm forecast.
Brian Basting of Advance Trading, Inc. explains what to anticipate ahead of USDA's Supply and Demand Report on Tuesday and why favorable prices are a double-edged sword.