Market Talk: Recent Episodes
Jesse Allen
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Wheat shot to the upside on Wednesday with mixed to higher action in the rest of the grain and livestock trade. Was the wheat move because of weather concerns? Did Middle East tensions have an impact on wheat Wednesday? Was it more a case of funds vs. fundamentals ahead of the Juneteenth holiday? Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss on today's show. More at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
There are a ton of headlines and fundamentals to track in the markets at midweek. Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield gets a rundown of Wednesday's market trade with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
The grain trade was generally higher on Tuesday as these markets are watching multiple factors including war risk in the Middle East, continued spillover from last week's RVO news and the lack of a weather story for the early growing season. Matt Bennett with AgMarket.net joins us for analysis and price perspective today. More online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Are cattle futures FINALLY getting tired or was Tuesday's price action simply a case of fund liquidation driving the bus? Scott Varilek with Kooima Kooima Varilek joins us to discuss the cattle market action, cash activity and more. You can learn more online at https://www.kkvtrading.com.
Grains are generally higher on Tuesday with outside markets mixed and livestock under pressure. We take a look at headlines and get market perspective with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Soybean oil seemed to continue the follow-through strength from Friday's EPA announcement on RVOs and pushed higher to start the week, taking advantage of expanded daily limits on Monday. Meanwhile, cattle and hog futures found some good buying strength to start the week as the stock market showed a bit of a rally. Corn and wheat, however, struggled to find any upward momentum. Shawn Hackett with Hackett Financial Advisors joins us for a market conversation on today's show. More at https://www.hackettadvisors.com.
We have entered into a critical window that many forecasters, including Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions, had predicted would be the time period where potential Corn Belt drought risk in 2025 would start to show up. Eric shares his thoughts on why we're not seeing it, if it could still happen and the challenge of forecasting this season. More at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Soybean oil and livestock have found great support to start the week while corn and wheat chop their way lower. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss what is trending in the markets at midday on Monday, June 16th, 2025.
The long awaited renewable volume obligations announcement from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, coupled with the escalating tension in the Middle East between Israel and Iran, sent soybeans, bean oil and crude oil for a ride to end the week. Tommy Grisafi with Nesvick Trading Group and AgBull Media joins us to discuss and wrap up the week in the markets. Learn more about Tommy at https://www.agbull.com.
Also, the major escalation between Israel and Iran is concerning on many levels including the global fertilizer markets. Is this something that will have immediate impacts or does the situation simply need to be watched? Josh Linville, VP of Fertilizer at StoneX joins us to discuss and take a look at the latest price action in fertilizer. More at https://www.stonex.com.
And in Segment Four, Susan Littlefield talks with Sue Martin from Ag & Investment about Friday's news headlines and overall market action.
Please remember the risk of trading futures and options can be substantial.
Soybeans and soybean oil are sharply higher amid the EPA's Renewable Fuel Standard announcement on Friday morning along with Middle East tensions showing impacts across the broader markets to end the week. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss in our Friday Midday Commentary for June 13th, 2025.
The June WASDE Report came and went from USDA on Thursday with very minimal changes to the overall balance sheets. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us for a conversation about this week's trade action in grains and livestock. More can be found online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, cattle trade remains in a holding pattern as the market waits for more widespread cash activity, following some light movement in the South earlier this week. On this week’s Cattle Chatter, Brad Kooima with Kooima Kooima Varilek breaks down the regional dynamics at play with Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield. More at https://www.kkvtrading.com.
We also hear from David Ericson with AgOptimus in Segment Four as he talked with Susan Littlefield about the June WASDE and Thursday price action.
Lower U.S. corn ending stocks and no change to South American crop production were some of the key highlights in the latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates from the USDA. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to recap the latest numbers from the June report.
It seems like nothing can move these grain markets to the upside at the moment. The question though, is there a developing weather story that might spark some sort of grain rally? Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss the grains, trade issues, technical analysis of the cattle market and much more. Find more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, by and large this corn market can't seem to find a way out of this sideways to lower pattern since there doesn't seem to be a weather story along with funds short the market and trade is uncertain. Dave Brock from The Brock Report joins us to discuss what he is seeing in the corn, soybean and wheat markets ahead of Thursday's WASDE Report from USDA. More at https://www.brockreport.com.
Grain and livestock markets are generally quiet at midweek as traders position ahead of Thursday's USDA report, while keeping an eye on trade issues, weather and more. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss in our Midday Commentary for Wednesday, June 11th, 2025.
Corn and soybeans were mixed to higher along with feeder cattle while wheat was under more pressure on Tuesday. Are these markets just set to chop sideways to lower unless we get some sort of weather scare or event in the trade? Jim McCormick with AgMarket.net joins us for a conversation about what he is seeing in the markets. Learn more at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also on today's show, we hear from Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield as she learned more about a new antibiotic from Elanco at last week's World Pork Expo in Segment One and she talked with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in our Tuesday Midday Commentary. You can hear that in Segment Four.
Wheat led corn lower on Monday; what led to the selling pressure to start the week? It seems a lack of fresh news led the markets to drift lower to start the week and it’s a good reminder that markets don’t always have to be bullish. We talk about that, more strength in the livestock trade and get market analysis from John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, weather the next two weeks is going to be super important to watch in terms of whether or not widespread drought indicators start to show in parts of the Corn Belt. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss in our Weekly Weather Update. More can be found online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Wheat is dragging corn lower on Monday while the livestock sector is finding more support into the midday hour. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss what is happening in the markets as we start the week.
Uncertainty is the name of the game right now when it comes to these grain and livestock markets. Weather, headline news risk, black swan events and so much more can be at play right now as planting season wraps up and summer growing season takes center stage. Chad Hart with Iowa State University joins us to share perspective on where the markets are at currently and what he is watching as we enter the month of June and look towards summer.
Also, we start the show with a look at Friday's quiet market action with Mike Castle from StoneX in Segment One.
Friday is an overall quiet day in the markets with little fresh news to drive the trade into the weekend. We discuss a few of the headlines, weather risk and more with Mike Castle from StoneX.
On today’s Market Talk, Susan Littlefield fills in for Jesse Allen and talks grain and livestock trade with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Also, it is the latest episode of Cattle Chatter with Brad Kooima from KKV Trading.
Grains are quietly higher on Thursday as the trade watches weather and trade talks between the U.S. and China. Meanwhile, what is trending in the fertilizer markets this week? Mike Castle, Senior Fertilizer Analyst at StoneX, joins us for Midday Commentary.
We saw a generally positive tone in the markets on Wednesday as corn, soybeans and cattle led the way. Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins us to talk global and U.S. weather, charts, fundamentals, cycle highs in cattle and much more. Find more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
The grain and livestock trade is mostly higher at midweek with corn, soybeans and cattle showing the most strength. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us for our Midday Commentary.
Markets are mixed at midday with a bit of green in the grain and livestock trade. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss the early week trade action for Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025.
Can we actually use logic to make sense of some of these grain and livestock market moves here lately? We discuss that, weather scares in the markets, risk management and much more on today's show. Jacob Burks with AgMarket.net joins us for a conversation on this Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025.
Concern over comments by President Trump in regards to China, more SRE/RVO rumors and maybe some general end of the month fatigue all seemed to weigh on the markets Friday. Soybeans, soybean oil and cattle finished lower with spring wheat and lean hogs the bright spot. Mike Minor with Professional Ag Marketing joins us to discuss the week and month in the grain trade and we take a deep dive into the hog market as well on today's show. Find more online at https://www.professionalagmarketing.com.
As we close out the month of May and the week on Friday, more rumors of small refinery exemptions are seemingly impacting soybeans and soybean oil to the downside. Meanwhile, it is mostly quiet and mixed across the rest of the grain and livestock trade. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us to discuss in our Midday Commentary for Friday, May 30th, 2025.
As we near the end of the month, we continue to see the corn market struggling to find any momentum to the upside. Wheat had a solid day higher again led by spring wheat while the cattle futures found some good support. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the trade on today's show. Find more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, it appears the cash cattle trade may be setting a new benchmark for cattle this week as Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield talks about it with Brad Kooima from Kooima Kooima and Varilek on the latest episode of Cattle Chatter.
A choppy day in the grain markets with mixed action elsewhere as we near the end of the week and month. Mike Castle, Senior Fertilizer Analyst at StoneX, joins us to discuss grains, macros and prices in the fertilizer markets in our Midday Commentary.
We saw a mixed to lower day in the markets on Wednesday with the soy complex under the most pressure along with more losses in cattle. Are soybeans gearing up for a move higher or lower as we enter June? Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics recaps Wednesday's trade and walks us through his thoughts on the soy complex along with wheat, corn and livestock trade. More at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, we hear from Mark Lucas of StoneX to kickoff the show in Segment One and in segment four, we hear a conversation with Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield and Allendale's Kyle Bumsted talking about the cattle market action seen this week so far, recorded at the close on Wednesday.
Wheat and cattle were under sizable pressure on Tuesday with better world weather and higher dollar at play for wheat and some unfounded rumors of New World Screwworm in the US seemingly playing a role in cattle. Meantime, corn and soybeans were quiet and choppy on the day Tuesday as we came back from the holiday weekend. Cory Bratland with AgMarket.net joins us to discuss. More at https://www.agmarket.net.
May was an active month for weather across the US as spring planting got into full swing. We recap the month and take a look at what the June forecast has in store for us with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions in our Weekly Weather Update. Find more at https://www.ag-wx.com.
As we come out of the long holiday weekend, we find pressure across wheat and cattle futures to start the week. Meanwhile, the soy complex tries to hold some gains and corn appears to be searching for more direction. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX joins us to discuss in our Market Talk Midday Commentary for Tuesday, May 27th, 2025.
Please remember the risk of trading futures and options can be substantial.
It wasn't a bad week in the markets, especially in the grain trade, but Friday's dull close may have dampened spirits just a bit. Ted Seifried from Zaner Ag Hedge joins us for analysis and perspective on everything from the grain and livestock trade to thoughts on the overall economy heading into the Memorial Day weekend. Find more at https://www.zaner.com.
Also on the show, we discuss the week in the trade, cash basis levels and much more with Bryan Irey from Crossroads Coop. Learn more at https://www.crossroadscoop.com.
BONUS SEGMENT: At the end of the podcast, we recap the newly released Cattle on Feed report with Kyle Bumsted from Allendale who joins us to break down the numbers.
More tariff headlines from President Trump have seemed to play a role in some of our market trade on Friday as traders are also seemingly trying to quietly enter a three-day weekend. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us to look at grains, livestock and outside markets in our Midday Commentary.
We saw a mixed session in the grain and oilseed markets on Thursday with more pressure in soybean oil while cattle futures found some good support as we near the upcoming holiday weekend. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss this week's action in the markets and share perspective as we look to close out the week. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, it is this week's episode of Cattle Chatter as Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield is joined by Brad Kooima from Kooima Kooima Varilek (KKV Trading) out of Sioux Center, IA to discuss the action we have seen throughout the cattle trade this week. Learn more online as well by visiting https://www.kkvtrading.com.
It's a mixed bag of trade across grain and livestock futures as more RVO rumors swirl, impacting soybean oil, while cattle trade is finding solid support. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss in our Midday Commentary for Thursday, May 22nd, 2025.
We saw the grain trade moderately higher at midweek with the question starting to be asked, are we building weather premium in the commodity markets? Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss what he is tracking in the grain complex, the latest ethanol numbers and what he is seeing in the cattle complex as well. Find more online by visiting https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Plus, we close the show in Segment Four with more perspective on building potential weather premium in the markets and thoughts on the choppy cattle trade with David Ericson from AgOptimus in Akron, IA. More online at https://www.agoptimus.com.
The soy complex is leading the way higher at midday on Wednesday, is it due to more rumors that we could see RVO news out from the EPA later this week before the holiday weekend? Wheat and corn are also following to the upside while it is a mixed day in livestock trade. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us for analysis in our Market Talk Midday Commentary for Wednesday, May 21st, 2025.
Wheat saw solid gains on Tuesday which seemed to help pull corn and soybeans to a mostly higher finish as well. Corn actually had a solid high range close on the day. Meantime, the cattle and hog complex trade mixed in overall quiet action. Brian Splitt with AgMarket.net joins us for a technical breakdown of recent market action and what to keep our eyes on as we near the end of the month of May. Find more at https://www.agmarket.net.
Wheat is the leader to the upside while the rest of the grain and livestock complex is trading mixed on Tuesday. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us for analysis and perspective in our Midday Commentary for Tuesday, May 20th, 2025.
Grain markets found a little bit of technical support it seemed in Monday's trade while it was a mixed day in the livestock complex. What do we make of the early week action, how important are some of these rains in dry areas of the Plains and Corn Belt? John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us for analysis and perspective on today's program. Find more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We've been talking about it for several months and the question remains, have we checked all the boxes for drought this summer in the Western Corn Belt and into the Plains? Also, more devastating tornadoes/severe weather and billion dollar rains for Nebraska over the weekend. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us for our Weekly Weather Update. Find more online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Also in Segment Four, we welcome Jeff Peterson from Heartland Farm Partners to the show to discuss Monday's grain market action. We talk weather in the U.S. and heavy rains in Argentina, demand that remains solid and more. Find more details online by visiting https://www.hearlandfarmpartners.com.
There appears to be a bit of a technical bounce in the grains and oilseeds to start the week on Monday while it's mixed in the livestock sector. Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield steps in for Jesse on our Market Talk Midday Commentary and has a conversation with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We saw the markets, for the most part, stabilize on Friday with some lower action in the grain trade while cattle found support into the weekend. How come this corn market can't seem to rally right now? Are we gearing up for a seasonal rally post planting? Jim Emter with Van Ahn & Company joins us to discuss all that and more on the show. More at https://www.vanahnco.com.
And at the end of Friday's show, we get more analysis of this week's trade action as Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield talked with David Ericson from AgOptimus at the close of trade on Friday afternoon. Find more at https://agoptimus.com.
We see the soy complex stabilizing a bit to end the week after all the disappointment in the trade surrounding RVOs and more while corn remains quiet and wheat is slipping lower. Is that due to this week's Kansas wheat tour findings or profit taking? Plus, we talk about the latest Consumer Sentiment Index from the University of Michigan and a quiet bounce in cattle trade with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Market Talk Midday Commentary for Friday, May 16th, 2025.
Soybeans, soybean oil and cattle had a rough day on Thursday with heavy losses across those three markets. Wheat tried to find some more support with corn mixed and lean hogs higher. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to dissect this week's trade and share analysis. Find more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we have this week's Cattle Chatter episode with Susan Littlefield and Brad Kooima from KKV Trading in Segment Two as they look at the pullback in futures and what the cash trade is doing this week. More at https://www.kkvtrading.com.
And we start the show with commentary from Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX who joined us to discuss the market trade action at midday on Thursday.
We saw a choppy grain trade on Wednesday while cattle futures broke lower into the close. Is there any sort of weather premium in these grain and livestock markets right now? We discuss that, look at some key charts and discuss technical analysis with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. More online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also in Segment Four, we check in with Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield who had a conversation at Wednesday's close with Sue Martin from Ag and Investments for more market analysis.
The grain markets seem to be in a choppy pattern at midweek with wheat trying to lead the way higher. Also, it's looking like another week of rising fertilizer prices. Mike Castle, Senior Fertilizer Analyst with StoneX joins us to discuss in our Midday Commentary for Wednesday, May 14th, 2025.
Have we put the low in for this corn market? Is there any sort of weather premium in the grain complex as we roll through mid-May? Plus, what about this cattle market; is time to finally get hedged if you haven't been already? A lot of different questions and topics we explore across the grain and livestock trade today with Matt Bennett from AgMarket.net. Find more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
What did the May WASDE report have to offer for the grain trade on Monday? Apparently for starters, lower than expected corn and soybean ending stocks. Plus, how much impact did the US/China tariff news have on the markets to start the week? John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to break it all down in our Monday conversation. Find more online by visiting https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
There is plenty to touch on this week in terms of weather as it is warm and windy to start the week throughout the plains and western Corn Belt. More rain is being seen across the Southeast into the eastern Midwest and is there seriously snow potential for parts of the Northern Plains showing up in new model runs? Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss on our Weekly Weather Update. Find more at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Also, we close out the show and hear comments on Monday's trade action as Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield joins us to share a conversation with Sam Hudson from Cornbelt Marketing on today's program.
The May WASDE report is out, with lower than expected ending stocks for both corn and soybeans. We discuss that, the latest between the US and China and the strength in cattle tied to the latest news on New World Screwworm as Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us for our Midday Commentary.
A busy end of the week show as we kick things off and talk everything from grain and livestock trade to bitcoin with Tommy Grisafi from Nesvick Trading and Ag Bull Media.
Then, it is this week's episode of Cattle Chatter with Susan Littlefield and Brad Kooima followed by a conversation with Bryan Irey from Crossroads Coop. Finally, we close the show with an agronomic conversation as Tyler Harp from Syngenta joins us.
We saw the US and UK announce a trade deal on Thursday that does seem to be favorable towards agriculture, in particular ethanol and beef. However, the grain markets didn't seem to react much either way to the news while the cattle market found more support on Thursday.
David Ericson with AgOptimus kicks off today's show with thoughts and perspective followed by an update on grains and fertilizer market volatility with Mike Castle from StoneX. Then, we close in the second half of the show with analysis from Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor from Total Farm Marketing.
A trade deal has been announced between the US and the UK, but the ag markets are largely not showing much reaction to the news. We discuss that along with more volatility in the fertilizer markets with Mike Castle, Senior Fertilizer Analyst at StoneX, in our Midday Commentary for Thursday, May 8th, 2025.
We kick off today's program with thoughts and perspective on the midweek market action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX. He shares thoughts on the Fed, grain market action, cattle trade and the energy markets.
Then, Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics joins us for a deep dive into the markets at midweek including a look at spread trade in grains, the Fed news, trade talks and livestock action. More at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
We continue to see tariffs and trade as a large driver of the market conversation as we get into the month of May, along with weather and yield projections for the U.S. growing season and broader concern about the economy and potential of stagflation. David Widmar is with Agricultural Economic Insights and he joins us for a conversation about the broader ag economy and the markets. Find more at https://www.aei.ag.
Also, we take a look at grain market trends to begin the month along with continued support in cattle futures and more. Tyler Schau with AgMarket.net joins us for market analysis on today's program. Find more at https://www.agmarket.net.
*Conversation with Tyler Schau recorded ahead of the closing bell on Tuesday, May 6th, 2025.*
Grain and livestock markets are chopping around a bit on Tuesday trade, looking for a fresh story. We get an update on trade action, new updates to South American crop estimates and talk livestock with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, in our Midday Commentary.
Grain markets, lacking much of a fresh story, drifted their way lower to start the week on Monday. Could talk of a bigger South American crop, early positioning ahead of the May WASDE, fund action and weather be a downward driver on these markets this week? John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the grain and livestock trade to start the week. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we continue to see a lot of strength in the cattle market, mainly with cash driving the bus as we get into the month of May. Meantime, the grain trade started the week lower amid no fresh news and a wide open planting window ahead for many areas. Scott Varilek with Kooima Kooima Varilek joins us to discuss. Find more at https://www.kkvtrading.com.
Fieldwork has definitely picked up the last few weeks, the question is will it be even more wide open this week? Also, what does the impact of potential cuts have when it comes to forecasting tools that folks like Eric Snodgrass use to forecast our weather? We discuss all that and more with him on our Weekly Weather Update. Find more at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Grain markets are largely moving lower to start the week without a fresh story to impact the trade. Meanwhile, cattle are starting the week on a good note. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us to discuss in our Midday Commentary for Monday, May 5th, 2025.
As we close out the week, wheat rallied a bit while soybeans and corn were mixed. Plus, it was a higher day in livestock futures to round out the week. Kent Beadle with Paradigm Futures joins us to discuss old crop, basis levels, thoughts on weather starting to take center stage in new crop and more. Find more online as well by heading to https://www.paradigmfutures.net.
Plus at the end of the show, Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield is joined by David Ericson from AgOptimus for an end of the week recap of the market trade. You can find more online at https://agoptimus.com.
We continue to see a fair amount of volatility in fertilizer markets worldwide while the grain trade finished up the week mostly mixed to higher. Mike Castle, Senior Fertilizer Analyst with StoneX joins us to discuss in the Market Talk Midday Commentary for Friday, May 2nd, 2025.
Wheat continues to struggle as KC contracts made new lows on May Day Thursday while we largely saw two-sided trade across the grain and livestock sector to start the month. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us for conversation about the rally in soybeans, wheat charts, cattle and dairy market action and thoughts on the latest economic data we've seen this week. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, it is the latest episode of Cattle Chatter with Susan Littlefield and Brad Kooima from KKV Trading. They talk about how the cattle market is feeling extremely overbought, with all-time highs in the cash trade. The big question now: is there still room for risk management—does hedging make sense at these levels? Learn more at https://www.kkvtrading.com.
We started higher in grain and livestock trade on May Day but we are starting to see some erosion in the markets as we get to midday on Thursday. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss market action and new news regarding China/US relations.
Wheat and corn found a decent rally on Wednesday after we saw a bit of a breakdown across commodities on Tuesday. Meanwhile, cattle futures ended their run of higher sessions with a lower day at midweek. Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics joins us for a breakdown of the markets, a discussion on lower U.S. GDP numbers, technical market factors, fundamentals, geopolitical influence and much more. Find more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also on today's show, we are joined by Chip Nellinger from Blue Reef Agri-Marketing for perspective on the grain and livestock markets as we close out the month of April. What do we need to pay attention to as planters continue to roll and these markets move into a new month? Find more online as well by visiting https://www.bluereefinc.com.
We see the corn and wheat markets finding some positivity at midweek with pressure in soybeans and livestock. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us to discuss grains, livestock and macro market action on this Wednesday, April 30th.
What led to the grain markets being under pressure on Tuesday? Was it weather and planting progress? First notice day in grains for May contracts? What about the rumors of trade deals with countries like India and Japan? A lot of questions to explore on today's show with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net.
Also, we discuss the state of rural broadband and efforts to expand access along with the growth of data centers and the opportunity for rural communities. Jeff Johnston is lead digital infrastructure economist in CoBank's Knowledge Exchange research division. He joins us for a conversation.
Soybeans and corn had a fairly mixed session, working off the lows from the morning trade while wheat was under pressure. Cattle also had a solid start to the week. John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the start of the trading week. Find more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We see a potential severe weather outbreak to start the week in the Midwest along with more active weather this past weekend and for the rest of the week ahead. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss as we start the week on Monday. More at https://www.ag-wx.com.
It's a mixed start to the week in the grains and oilseeds with soybeans and corn moving off their morning lows. Meantime, could the latest developments with New World Screwworm have an impact on cattle trade this week? Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us to discuss in our Midday Commentary.
Markets were very quiet on Friday with two-sided trade in grains and oilseeds and mildly higher action in livestock. What are the markets and traders paying attention as we head into the weekend? We discuss the week in the trade on today's show with Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth from Van Ahn & Company in the first half of our program. Then, we get market perspective and a planting update from South Dakota with DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing.
Find more for Kristi online at https://www.vanahnco.com and for DuWayne at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Also at the end of the show, in Segment Four, we hear our Midday Commentary with Arlan Suderman of StoneX and FARM's Susan Littlefield has cattle market commentary from Jerry Stowell of Country Futures in Frankfort, KS.
Markets are quietly mixed as we end the week of trade on Friday. Traders are watching weather, headline news and much more across the grain and livestock trade. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us to discuss in our Midday Commentary.
We’ve got a busy show for Thursday! Overall, grain and livestock market action was choppy to higher on Thursday. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss some of the strength in soybeans, corn and soybean oil along with perspective on risk management in these markets that are continuing to look for fresh news. Find more by visiting https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, Brady Huck with Advance Trading joins us to discuss and share his perspective on the choppy action in cattle trade as we near the end of the week. We also get some thoughts on weather impacts for the wheat markets in our conversation. Find more at https://www.advance-trading.com.
PLUS, we get a new episode of Cattle Chatter as Susan Littlefield talks with Brad Kooima from Kooima Kooima Varilek about some light trade starting to surface in Kansas, with plenty of talk about just how tight supplies are. On the export front, the clock is ticking for American-style BBQ joints in Beijing—owners say they’ve got about two weeks’ worth of U.S. beef left in the freezer. After that, it’s likely a switch to Australian beef as tariffs squeeze supplies. Find more info about KKV Trading online at https://www.kkvtrading.com.
And at the end of the show in Segment Four, we hear comments from Arlan Suderman of StoneX via Thursday's Midday Commentary and some thoughts on end of the week cattle trade with Kyle Bumsted from Allendale.
Grain and livestock markets are fairly mixed on Thursday as we continue to track news headlines, export sales, weather and more. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to look at the trade action in our Midday Commentary.
Some easing of tensions and tariffs with China coupled with a cooled down rhetoric by President Trump in regards to Fed Chair Jerome Powell gave support to the stock market and U.S. dollar. Did it also give support to the soy complex on Wednesday? We discuss headline news, weather, fundamentals and more with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics on today's show. More at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Markets are mixed at midweek with some easing of concern in the outside markets. Fertilizer prices are seen an uptick though. We touch on grains, stocks and fertilizer with Mike Castle from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Soybeans were higher on the day while corn and wheat moved slightly lower as planting progress starts to pick up across the Midwest. Meantime, cattle and hog futures had a strong day on Tuesday. Cory Bratland with AgMarket.net joins us to discuss. Find more at https://www.agmarket.net.
Fairly mixed trade in grains at midday while livestock found some good support and we see a rally in outside markets. Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield gets details in our Midday Commentary with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Stocks, energies and the U.S. dollar were all under heavy pressure on Monday which ended up weighing on grain and livestock trade. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us today to run through the trade action and share some market perspective coming off a holiday weekend. Find more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We saw a fairly active weekend of weather for the Easter holiday and it sounds like more is in store for the central U.S. this week. Eric Snodgrass joins us to discuss the weather outlook for the rest of April, potential drought risk this summer and more. Find more at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Heavy volatility is being seen in outside markets on Monday with pressure on stocks, the U.S. dollar and crude oil while gold is soaring higher again. It appears some of this is starting to spill over into grain and livestock trade as well. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us for analysis.
No markets for Good Friday but we dive into market related topics on today's show. We start by having a conversation about seasonality in the markets, planting activity and more with Chad Hart from Iowa State University.
In the second half of the show, we welcome Susan Stroud from No Bull Ag to the show and we have a conversation about tariffs, export flows, China, South America and much more. Find more online at https://www.nobullag.com.
Also, at the start of the show, we get a rundown on the latest Cattle on Feed report as Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield gets details with Jerry Stowell from Country Futures in Frankfort, KS.
We saw a mixed to lower day in the grains and oilseeds on Thursday as we headed into the three-day holiday weekend with no markets on Good Friday. It was a bit of a disappointing close for corn and soybeans while we had another solid day higher in cattle futures. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to share thoughts on the week in the market trade. Find more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we debut our new weekly segment called Cattle Chatter as Farm and Ranch Media’s Susan Littlefield sits down with Brad Kooima from Kooima Kooima Varilek Trading in Sioux Center, IA to have a conversation about the week of trading in the cattle complex. More at https://www.kkvtrading.com.
Markets are fairly quiet again on Thursday as we near the three day weekend. We talk grains and get a look at the fertilizer market with Mike Castle from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Well for the most part, it was another quiet day in the markets with grains and oilseeds slightly higher while cattle and hog futures found solid strength on the session. Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss new WTO data that could impact commodities, weather fundamentals, spread action in corn and beans along with a look at this week's strength in the cattle market. Find more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield has a market conversation with Sam Hudson from Cornbelt Marketing in Segment Four with a recap of Wednesday's market action.
We see the grain and oilseed complex quietly higher on Wednesday as we close in on the end of a holiday shortened week with no markets on Good Friday. Mike Castle, Senior Fertilizer Analyst with StoneX, joins us in the Market Talk Midday Commentary for Wednesday to discuss the grain markets and equities at midday. Learn more at https://www.stonex.com/en.
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We saw the grain markets quieter on Tuesday with some spread trading happening in corn and soybeans. Meantime, the livestock complex (cattle in particular) had a solid day higher again. Jacob Burks with AgMarket.net joins us for a conversation on today's show. Find more at https://www.agmarket.net.
Grains markets are mixed to lower with livestock trading their way a bit higher on Tuesday. Overall, there seems to be less volatility in the markets today. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us for Midday Commentary to discuss.
We saw good strength to start the week in cattle futures which also spilled over to lean hogs on Monday. Meanwhile, new crop soybeans were a little higher with old crop soybeans and corn slightly lower. Wheat found moderate pressure on the day as well. John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss Monday's trade. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us once again for our Weekly Weather Update as we discuss a more active weather pattern ahead of this holiday week. PLUS, what is the frost risk potential that still remains for the Midwest as we work into the heart of spring planting? Find more online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
We see mixed to lower action in the grain markets to start the week with livestock futures higher. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist with StoneX, joins us for a rundown of market action to start the week and some interesting news out of Argentina that could have an impact on the broader commodity markets moving forward.
We ended up the week on Friday with good strength in soybeans, wheat and corn along with the cattle futures. It was no doubt another volatile week of trade amid headline risk, tariffs, USDA reports and more. Ted Seifried from Zaner Ag Hedge joins us to break it all down and recap this past week in the trade. Find more online at https://www.zaner.com.
Also to close the show in Segment Four, we get some perspective on Friday's price action and the volatile week in the trade as we're joined by Shawn Hackett with Hackett Financial Advisors for market analysis. Find more online by visiting https://www.hackettadvisors.com.
We see green across the grains and oilseeds at midday on Friday with mixed action elsewhere. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us to discuss grains, livestock, new inflation numbers and more in our Midday Commentary for Friday, April 11th.
We saw the corn and soybean markets rally a bit on Thursday after the release of the April WASDE report from USDA, that showed minimal tweaks to the balance sheets with corn being the most notable. Meanwhile, wheat was disappointing and cattle were under pressure along with the stock market. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We saw the latest supply and demand estimates from USDA on Thursday and they didn't show much change overall for the month of April. The most notable was a bigger than expected change to U.S. corn ending stocks. We discuss the market action and have a conversation with Nick Lawrence, Marketing Advisor with @TraderPhD on today's show. Find more online as well by visiting https://www.traderphd.com.
The April WASDE report out Thursday did not feature many big surprises in the marketplace. We recap the numbers and discuss the broader market trade, new inflation data and more with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
President Trump on Wednesday announced a 90 day pause on tariffs and a lower reciprocal tariff rate of 10% for countries that did not retaliate against U.S. tariffs while also raising the tariff rate on China to 125%. This news sent the markets sharply higher into the close across commodities, livestock, energies, metals and the stock market. Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics joins us to recap the news and breakdown some of the trends in these markets at midweek. Find more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, Don Roose with U.S. Commodities joins us to kickoff the show in Segment One with perspective on the tariff news impacting the grains and thoughts on the recent moves in crude oil as well. Find more at https://uscommodities.com.
Markets are relatively mixed at midday as we continue to see escalation in tariffs between the U.S. and China. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us for analysis on grains, livestock and crude oil at midweek.
We saw markets start higher on Tuesday but ended up finishing the day with mixed action across the board. Brian Splitt with AgMarket.net joins to provide a technical perspective to what is happening on various commodity charts, the correlation between stocks and cattle and much more. Find more details online as well by visiting https://www.agmarket.net.
Also in Segment Four, we hear from the newest member of our Farm and Ranch Media family Susan Littlefield. She shares closing market commentary from Tuesday with Darin Fessler of Lakefront Futures. Welcome Susan to the Market Talk family!
Markets are trying to rally a bit on Tuesday but we are starting to set back from our morning highs across grains, livestock and the outside markets. We talk about it with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grain markets did their best to stabilize on Monday with some green in old crop corn, soybeans and wheat trade was a bit higher across the board. Obviously tariffs and headline risk continues to bring volatility to the stock market and more. We discuss the market picture to start the week in a conversation with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Find more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We've seen large amounts of rain fall from Arkansas up through the Ohio River valley, causing widespread and devastating flooding. Not to mention, a ton of severe weather as well in recent days. We recap all of that, discuss frost/freeze potential for early this week and look at a new long term weather outlook with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions in our Weekly Weather Update. Find more at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Also, we start the show discussing the potential of increased soybean aphid pressure in the Midwest this year and talk about ways to minimize that pressure. Ron Geis, Market Development Specialist, Corteva Agriscience, joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.corteva.us/ridgeback.
Grain markets have somewhat stabilized to start the week while more volatility is hitting the stock market, energies and lower action is seen in livestock futures. We break down the latest market action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist with StoneX for Monday, April 7th.
We saw more meltdown in the markets on Friday amid China's announcement of a 34% retaliatory tariff on Friday. Soybeans, cattle, hogs, stocks and crude oil were sharply lower on Friday while corn actually end the day and week mixed to higher. Naomi Blohm with Total Farm Marketing joins us for analysis and perspective on today's show. Find more online by visiting https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, tariffs dominated the end of week market trade with heavy losses in stocks, crude oil, livestock and soybeans. Meanwhile, corn actually finished higher on the week. We get perspective on the tariff fallout and more from Tommy Grisafi from Nesvick Trading Group and AgBull Media. Find more online at https://www.agbull.com.
And, there was so much headline news risk in the markets this week, that it seemed to overshadow things like supply and demand fundamentals. David Brock with The Brock Report joins us to take a look at the balance sheets, export demand and more in corn, soybeans and wheat to close out the week. Find more online as well at https://www.brockreport.com.
Segment with David Brock originally recorded on Thursday 4/3/25 after the close
Markets continued to see red in reaction to tariff news, Chinese retaliation against the U.S. on Friday and more. We break down the latest moves in grains (including corn holding its own), pressure in livestock and thoughts on crude oil breaking down to near $60 a barrel in WTI futures. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us for Midday Commentary.
Fallout from President Trump's tariff announcements were felt throughout stocks, energies, metals, livestock and soybeans on Thursday. Corn and wheat, actually finished near unchanged on the day. We discuss market reaction to tariffs, weather factors and more today with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Plus, now that we have the tariff news, along with USDA acreage and grain stocks data, can the markets finally shift themselves to watching the weather as the main driver of trade? Shawn Hackett with Hackett Financial Advisors joins us to share his thoughts on that, tariffs and much more. Find more online by visiting https://www.hackettadvisors.com.
Markets are continuing to react to President Trump's tariff announcement from Wednesday with plenty of "risk-off" trade happening in various complexes. Corn and wheat, however, have worked back to unchanged after gapping lower in early trade. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us to discuss in our Midday Commentary for Thursday, April 2rd, 2025.
Grain and oilseed markets were quietly mixed by the close as traders are seemingly waiting on pins and needles ahead of President Trump's tariff announcements on Wednesday afternoon. Also, a lot of weather is moving through the country and midweek and how could heavy rains affect spring planting in certain areas? Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss what he is tracking in the trade. Find more online as well by visiting https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, in Segment Four, we discuss Soy Foods Month and soy's role in global nutrition with Todd Hanten, South Dakota farmer and USB’s Health and Nutrition Priority Area Coordinator. Find more at https://www.unitedsoybean.org.
Markets are trading quietly mixed ahead of tariff announcements later on Wednesday afternoon. Mark Lucas with StoneX joins us to discuss the market action in grains and livestock on Wednesday.
Grains found a bounce on Friday with soybeans and soybean oil leading the way to the upside. Meantime, feeder cattle saw a nice surge with hogs under pressure to end the week. We talk markets with Mike Minor from Professional Ag Marketing on today's show.
Plus, we close our our week at the NAFB Convention and have conversations with Corey Rosenbusch from The Fertilizer Institute, Mike Seyfert from the National Grain & Feed Association and Lance Ruppert from Growmark during our final day in Kansas City.
Grains and oilseeds were higher at midday with a little bit of bargain buying it seemed to close out a tough week. Livestock action was mixed with cattle higher and hogs lower. We talk markets to close out the week with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We continued the trend downward in grains on the day Thursday with more pressure in wheat, soybeans and corn as the U.S. dollar continues to surge, hitting fresh one year highs on the day. Livestock also saw pressure on Thursday in risk-off trade. We talk markets with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing as we close out Thursday's session. Find more on their website at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we are joined on site in Kansas City for a conversation on the markets with Mike Castle from StoneX. Plus, we talk fertilizer markets with Josh Linville of StoneX and propane with Mike Newland from the Propane Education & Research Council.
We saw more pressure in grains on Wednesday with a mixed day in the livestock trade as well. Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins us to run through some of the macro factors and fundamentals that is seemingly driving these markets post election, post WASDE and more. Find more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Wheat and the soy complex were under pressure on Tuesday while corn was firm to slightly lower. We talk more fallout from last week's events in the markets, risk management ideas and more with Jacob Burks from AgMarket.net on today's show. Find more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Wheat, soybeans and soybean oil were under heavy pressure at midday on Tuesday while corn was firm and livestock was higher. We talk market action with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
Grain markets started the week mostly lower as wheat and soybeans turned into the downside leaders amid a higher U.S. dollar index and favorable South American weather. It was a mixed bag in livestock and outside markets as well with a quiet news day on Veterans Day. We walk through the early week trade action and talk markets with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online by visiting their website at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
As we start the week, it's a mostly quiet and dry pattern after we saw some beneficial moisture last week/weekend in many areas. We discuss the upcoming pattern for the U.S. and South America with Eric Snodgrass in our Weekly Weather Update. Find more at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Grains were showing pressure at midday with mixed outside markets and livestock mixed to higher. We talk through the early week market action in our Midday Commentary with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We closed out a busy week of trade on Friday with the November WASDE report from USDA, which included a cut to both U.S. corn and soybean yield projections. As the dust settled on the week, grains finished firm while livestock trade was under some pressure. DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing joins us from his tractor cab to wrap up the week and provide market perspective and analysis. More at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
USDA lowered average U.S. corn and soybean yields in the November WASDE report along with some changes to the overall U.S. and World balance sheets. We recap the latest WASDE report and talk markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We saw soybean oil and soybeans surge higher on Thursday amid strong world vegetable oil/palm oil values once again. Meantime, corn was firm, wheat was lower and livestock was mixed. We talk export sales, the Fed rate cut, chart action post election and much more with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing on today's show. Find more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, in Segment Two, we talk about maximizing harvest efficiency with O-Grates: the game changer in grain loss management from Bushel Plus. Jared Hitchins, Technical Sales Manager (U.S.) for Bushel Plus joins us for a conversation. Find more online at https://www.bushelplus.com.
Soybean oil and soybeans were trading sharply higher at midday on Thursday while the rest of the markets were quietly firm to lower. We discuss the markets with Ryan Moe from StoneX in our Midday Commentary for Thursday, November 7th, 2024.
Post Election Day trade in the U.S. resulted in a sharply higher dollar, stock market and a firm to higher grain and livestock trade when it was all said and done. What does the victory for President Donald Trump mean for the markets, demand and more moving forward? We dive in to that and get analysis today from Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics. Find more analysis online as well at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
We have many of the results of the 2024 U.S. Election, including a return to the White House for Donald Trump. Markets have been reacting sharply to that result. We discuss the market movement post election with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
It's Election Day 2024 and we have a slam-packed program for you today. We sit down for a conversation with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net for perspective on price action amid a ton of events with market implications all week long. Elections, the Fed meeting, a crop report on Friday and much more are all points of emphasis this week. Find more as well and sign up for their conference at https://www.agmarket.net.
Plus, we are broadcasting live from theMoving Iron Summit in Nashville, TN today. We talk markets on location with Shawn Hackett from Hackett Financial Advisors, Tanner Ehmke from CoBank and Chip Nellinger from Blue Reef Agri-Marketing.
It's Election Day 2024 and the markets seem to be treading water until we get the results. We discuss grain, macro and livestock market action with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
Grains were mostly firm on Monday, with soybeans off their session highs once again. Meantime, livestock trade found a little bit of pressure across the board. It's a busy week ahead for the markets with Election Day, FOMC meeting, a WASDE report and more. John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing joins us on the show to discuss the charts, market moving factors to consider and whether or not some grain needs to move as harvest closes out and storage fills up. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We've been finding some beneficial rains across portions of the Plains and Midwest the last several days and there is more on the way. What do we make of an apparent pattern shift moving into November? Does this mean drought relief all month long? Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us for our Weekly Weather Update. More can be found online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Markets are mixed to higher in grains at midday while livestock is under pressure. We look at market action and discuss the busy week ahead with Elections, FOMC meeting and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
As we closed out the week of trade on Friday, we ended up with a mixed bag after starting the day very strong. Corn ended up being one of the big winners on the day as the soy complex finished well off session highs. We got a very interesting jobs report on Friday and we saw a livestock trade that was mixed to higher to close out the week. Ted Seifried with Zaner Ag Hedge joins us for analysis and makes his case for being friendly the corn market moving into the month of November. More at https://www.zaner.com.
We started the day strong in grains and oilseeds, led by soybean oil and soybeans, but we are now starting to pull back well off our session highs. Mike Castle with StoneX joins us to discuss the grain market action, fertilizer news and an interesting jobs report out on Friday morning as well.
As we closed out the month of October on Thursday, it was a very quiet trading day across grains and livestock. Nothing spooky about it......grains were fairly rangebound and livestock was mixed. We discuss the end of the month market action and get perspective from Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Find more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also during Segment Two, we hear a bit of a recent agronomic conversation with AgriGold's Josh Johnston as he goes through some key things for farmers to consider as we wrap up harvest. View the full conversation on our YouTube channel by visiting https://www.youtube.com/@markettalkag
A pretty quiet market trade at midday on Thursday, we discuss action in grains, livestock and the outside markets on Halloween with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
With Election Day less than a week away in the U.S. and plenty of interesting dynamics at play in the currency and commodity markets, we sit down and examine some key charts and trends to watch. Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins us for analysis of the grains, livestock and currency markets at midweek. More can be found at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Soybeans and soybean oil are higher on Wednesday with corn and wheat firm, hogs higher again and cattle leaking lower. We talk grains, livestock and the latest economic data with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Wheat markets were higher amid a poor winter wheat crop rating while corn and soybeans were a mixed bag on Tuesday. Meantime, the lean hog market continues to push higher while cattle traded lower on the day. We talk markets today on the show with Jacob Burks from AgMarket.net. Make sure to check out their website as well to sign up for their conference in Nashville, TN early next year. Go to https://www.agmarket.net for more information.
Wheat markets were trading higher at midday while row crops and livestock were mixed. We discuss the trade action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist with StoneX.
Crude oil saw a drop around 4% on Monday as traders took war premium out of that market. That drop seemed to weigh on grains and oilseeds to start the week, among other factors, as soybeans, soy products, wheat and corn were all in the red. Meanwhile, cattle and hogs found some mild support. We talk markets with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Find more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
It appears the weather pattern is setting up to finally bring some much needed moisture to the Midwest as we enter into November. However, it doesn't appear to be a major drought buster across the whole of the Plains and Corn Belt. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss in our Weekly Weather Update. Find more online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Crude oil is sharply lower to start the week which seems to be pushing grains and oilseeds into the red as well. We discuss energy markets, grains and livestock with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Markets on Friday were mostly lower in grains into the weekend as harvest pressure, profit taking, reluctant farmer selling and much more weighed on corn, soybeans and wheat. We discuss the trends in the grain and livestock markets today with Bryan Irey from Crossroads Coop. More at https://www.crossroadscoop.com.
We are also joined by Alex Case, Brevant Retail Sales Agronomist for Indiana, to discuss high performance in the field and to learn how Brevant products are performing this season. Find more details online at https://www.brevant.com.
Grain markets are drifting lower into the weekend it appears as harvest looks to wrap up across much of the Midwest. Meantime, livestock trade is a mixed bag as well ahead of the close. We discuss markets with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
We saw corn and soybean markets start the day solidly higher but finished off session highs by the close, even amid strong export sales numbers. Did farmer selling put a lid on some of this week's grain rally? We discuss and look at the technical picture with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing on today's show. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also on today's show, we discuss the export pace amid uncertainty with the U.S. elections, South American weather and much more. Craig Turner with StoneX joins us for market analysis as we near the end of harvest and the month of October. You can also sign up for his upcoming webinar, the day after the election on November 6th, by visiting the website https://www.grainsandoilseeds.com.
It's a mixed bag of markets on Thursday as it appears some farmer selling might be capping the rally in grains amid more robust export demand. We discuss grains, macros and livestock with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
With less than two weeks to go until Election Day, one has to wonder if that is adding volatility to the markets? Stocks were down sharply in Wednesday afternoon trade while corn and soybeans finished slightly higher amid good export demand. We discuss cross currents in the trade, dive into cattle markets and more with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. More online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Market action was quietly higher in corn and soybeans at midday with mixed action elsewhere. We discuss grain and livestock trade on Wednesday with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
It was a solid day higher across grains, energies, metals and livestock on Tuesday. However, producers might want to take note that we are nearing some key decisions on basis contracts in grains. We discuss the current corn and soybean spreads, options expiration, chart action, exports and more with Brian Splitt from AgMarket.net on today's show. More at https://www.agmarket.net.
Positive money flow is being seen across commodities and livestock on Tuesday. We discuss what's driving the trade action with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
We kicked off the week on Monday with some decent strength in corn and soybeans amid more export sales and continued wide-open harvest weather in the U.S. this week. Meantime, should we be thinking about hedging in cattle before the bottom falls out? All topics we discuss today with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. More can be found online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Dry conditions continue to persist across the Plains and Midwest as we head towards the end of October. That is good for a wide open harvest but not good for soil moisture as the drought monitor continues to expand. We get an update on the weather and if we could see a pattern shift in the coming weeks or not. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us for our Weekly Weather Update. More at https://www.ag-wx.com.
We saw grains mostly higher at midday on Monday to kick off the week on a positive note. Mike Castle with StoneX joins us to discuss the early week action in our Midday Commentary.
Tough day in wheat and soybeans on Friday as wheat started the nosedive party and soybeans followed. Corn held mostly firm while livestock had a solid end of the week as well. We discuss the market picture and get perspective today from Tommy Grisafi with Advance Trading and ATI Pro Media to wrap-up the week. More can be found online by visiting https://www.advance-trading.com.
Wheat is leaking lower on Friday and that's weighing on corn and soybeans ahead of another big harvest weekend for U.S. producers. We discuss grains and more Chinese economic data out today with Mike Castle from StoneX.
Grain markets turned higher late in the day Thursday, despite continued bearish pressure from good U.S. harvest weather, South American rains and an overall negative tone to the commodities this week. Was Thursday a sign of oversold conditions or are the lows in place? We discuss that and look at livestock and dairy trade as well with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. More online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Market are relatively mixed at midday on Thursday with little fresh news to drive the trade. We discuss what we're seeing in the markets this week, macro news and more with Mike Castle from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Wheat and corn found some support while soybeans moved lower again on Wednesday. Plus, it was a solid day higher in hogs with mixed action in cattle futures. We examine charts and factors impacting the ag markets broadly on today's show with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Find more online by visiting https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Markets are mixed at midday on Wednesday with pressure building back into soybeans. We discuss the market action at midweek with Mike Castle from StoneX in Midday Commentary.
There was plenty of red across the market screen on Tuesday with pressure in grains, energies, equities and livestock. The soybean market in particular is concerning as we've broken through key support; could a test of the summer lows or worse be ahead? We touch on all that and more today with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net who joins us for market analysis. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
We see pressure in the grains, oilseeds and livestock trade on Tuesday with soybeans breaking through some key support levels. We discuss the market action and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grains and oilseeds found moderate pressure on Columbus Day Monday with wheat and soybean oil led the way lower. Hogs also found pressure with mixed action in cattle. John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing joins us to recap the market action to start the week. You can reach out and learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We saw numerous frost and freeze warnings and advisories out early Monday morning across the plains. Yet, temperatures are expected to climb once again later in the week. Meantime, precipitation chances continue to look minimal while rains pick up in South America. We talk weather this week with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions. More at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Grain markets are showing pressure to start the week with wheat leading to the downside. Meantime, livestock trade is mixed with pressure in hogs as the October contract goes off the board today. We talk markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, in our Midday Commentary.
The October WASDE Report came and went on Friday with minimal changes being seen. National average corn yield was bumped up slightly with average soybean yield lowered slightly. When looking at the state by state yield numbers though, are some of them still too high? That's one of the topics we discuss today with Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth from Van Ahn & Company. Learn more online at https://www.vanahnco.com.
USDA has released the October WASDE Report this morning. We discuss the numbers and the impact on the markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Wheat and livestock found support on the day Thursday while corn and soybeans traded mixed to lower ahead of the October WASDE Report. We discuss how to manage your risk in these markets amid all the global uncertainty that we can't control. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us for analysis. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We have an October WASDE report on Friday, various world drought issues of note in the markets and many other factors to take a look at. Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss on today's show. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Plus, we have a catch-up conversation on autonomy in agriculture with Sabanto founder Craig Rupp in Segment One and discuss issues with red crown rot in soybeans in Segment Four with Brian Norton from Syngenta.
Grain markets are mixed to higher on Wednesday with livestock under pressure. It seems to be a consolidation type of trade at midweek. We discuss with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
The soy complex found selling pressure again on Tuesday with crude oil down hard, better rain in South America's forecast, weak Chinese economic news and a rapidly advancing harvest in the U.S. this week. Is there more downside potential in the short term? We discuss all of that and more with Tyler Schau from AgMarket.net in today's market analysis.
The soy complex is finding heavy pressure on Tuesday's trade with corn and wheat mixed. Crude oil is showing 3-4% losses as well while livestock are trading higher. We discuss market action with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
We saw wheat moderately higher on Monday while corn and soybeans were mixed around unchanged. Crude oil continued its surge to the upside as well while some pressure is developing in stocks and equities. We discuss risk management during harvest, examine the potential of added volatility one month out from Election Day and more with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing on today's show. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We've seen a dry weather pattern for much of the U.S. that has allowed for rapid harvest but also stoked some wildfires and more. Plus, another hurricane is brewing and taking aim at Florida this week. We discuss the latest on Hurricane Milton and more with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions. More online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Wheat saw more profit taking amid a surge in the U.S. dollar on Friday while corn and soybeans also fell victim to profit taking ahead of what looks to be a busy harvest weekend for row crops. Cattle futures found some strength and crude oil also pushed above $75 a barrel amid more tension in the Middle East. We discuss what started out as a promising week in the trade and look at how it ended with Kent Beadle from Paradigm Futures on today's show. More at https://www.paradigmfutures.net.
Grains are mostly under pressure right now as we near the end of the week while most of the focus is on equities and energies. We catch up on the latest trade action and fertilizer market news with Mike Castle from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
We saw the grain and livestock markets along with equities face some profit taking on Thursday while crude oil surged on Middle East tensions and that helped pull soybean oil higher on the day. Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Analyst with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the latest news in the trade and price action as we near the end of the week. Find more info online as well at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we take a look at ag news headlines including the latest on the dockworkers strike, anthrax issues in cattle in the Dakotas and much more in Segment Two of today's show.
Grains and livestock are mostly lower at midday on Thursday with crude oil and soybean oil surging on Middle East tensions. We discuss that and potential impacts to the fertilizer markets amid the rising tensions between Israel and Iran with Mike Castle from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
There are a multitude of factors at play as we kickoff October including the U.S. port strike, Middle East tensions, global economic issues, weather concerns and so much more. Are all of these factors coming together to give the grain and livestock markets some much needed bullish tailwinds? We discuss with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also on today's show, in Segment Four, we learn about the Dakota Legacy Initiative and the work they are doing with regards to conservation in North Dakota. DLI Coordinator Sarah Tunge joins us for a conversation. Find more on their website as well at https://www.dakotalegacyinitiative.com.
Wheat and livestock are showing the most strength on Wednesday while soybeans are under pressure. We discuss the latest headlines and factors driving the trade at midweek with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We saw grains, livestock and energies all move higher on Tuesday to kick off the month of October. Rising tensions in the Middle East, a port strike in the U.S. and other factors all seem to be at play in these markets. We discuss the fundamentals and fear in the markets today with Jacob Burks from AgMarket.net.
USDA released the Quarterly Grain Stocks and annual Small Grains Summary reports on Monday. Corn and wheat had a positive reaction to the reports while soybeans finished lower. We discuss the report, market action and more today with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. More online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we discuss the impacts of Hurricane Helene inland the last several days and examine the dry weather in the rest of the country and the forecast moving forward into October. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss. Find more at https://www.ag-wx.com.
USDA released the Quarterly Grain Stocks and Small Grains Summary reports on Monday morning with notable changes to corn stocks and all wheat production. We discuss the reports and talk markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Soybeans and soybean meal soared higher into the weekend on Friday and pulled corn up slightly as well. More rumors of China soybean sales are out there in the trade.....was that the reason for the short covering? Was it weather premium being put into the trade with dryness continuing in Brazil and Argentina? We talk markets today with Ted Seifried from Zaner Ag Hedge. Find more online at https://www.zaner.com.
Soybeans and meal are leading the way higher on Friday. We discuss the grains, livestock and the latest PCE inflation data out today with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
The grain rally took a breather on Thursday with the soy complex acting as the downside leader on the session. Corn and wheat were down slightly at the close while hogs found some pressure, cattle were higher and dairy saw more volatility. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us today for analysis and perspective on the recent grain rally, taking advantage of it, external factors to watch in the trade and much more.
Find more details on their website as well at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We also hear a recent conversation Jesse had with Dr. William Aderholdt, co-founder and Executive DIrector of Grand Farm. Find more details at https://www.grandfarm.com.
Grains showed some pressure on the day Thursday with the livestock trade also a mixed bag at midday. We discuss the market action of the day and talk with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Grains found some more support as we closed out midweek trade on Wednesday while livestock was mixed. There are a lot of factors at play from weather to geopolitical, port strike potential and much more. We examine the current state of commodities and livestock versus the world we live in today with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more and take a look at this analysis at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
We see mixed action in the grains and livestock markets on Wednesday. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us to discuss the latest market action at midweek in our Midday Commentary.
Grain markets started the day higher but quickly faded off the session highs as some farmer selling may have come into play on Tuesday. We discuss taking advantage of a $1 plus rally in soybeans and catching up on sales if you are behind on today's show. Brian Splitt from AgMarket.net joins us to discuss that and much more. Find more at https://www.agmarket.net.
Grain markets started higher overnight but have faded substantially into midday on Tuesday. Is farmer selling the culprit to the short lived rally? We discuss that, Chinese economic stimulus and an update on livestock trade with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Soybeans led a strong start to the week on Monday with double digit gains across the grain and oilseed trade. Global weather concerns were part of the blame, potential tariffs another; but it largely felt like a strong money-flow day across the trade to start the week. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We are watching the tropics as the potential for another named storm is out there this week. What could the impacts be for the U.S. mainland and helping the drought situation that's building in some areas? Did weekend rainfall provide some relief for some areas of farm country? Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to take a look at this week's weather outlook. Find more at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Grains and oilseeds are kicking off the week with an impressive start as we see broad based money flow across the board with the soy complex leading. We discuss the grains and look at the livestock sector as well with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
"Focus on the bushels that need to go to town" is one of the key messages that Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth from Van Ahn & Company shares on today's program. We discuss the grain and livestock market action as we headed quietly into the weekend. Learn more online at https://www.vanahnco.com.
Also, we get an update on harvest activity in western Iowa with Brevant seeds Retail Sales Agronomist, John Long. Learn more online at https://www.brevant.com.
Grain markets are quiet to lower on Friday while livestock are seeing a slight rally into midday. We discuss the market action to close out the week, the impact of the Fed rate cut and more with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
Livestock and equities saw the strength on Thursday as the Fed rate cut settled into the markets. Grains and oilseeds though found some moderate pressure on the day. We discuss the market picture overall, get thoughts on livestock and dairy and much more with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
In Segment One, we start the show by catching up with Clay Craighton from Agoro Carbon Alliance to discuss fall tillage and getting involved with a carbon program as you wrap up the 2024 season and look ahead. More can be found on their website at https://www.agorocarbonalliance.com.
And, we didn't get the Midday Commentary up at our normal time today, so we share that in Segment Four of today's full show with Mike Castle from StoneX. We talk grains, equities and the global fertilizer markets. More at https://www.stonex.com.
The Federal Reserve made a 50 basis point rate cut on Wednesday as they closed their September meeting. What does their shift in policy mean for the U.S. dollar, stocks, energies, livestock and grain markets moving forward? Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins us to take a deep dive into the rate cut and more on today's show. Learn more online as well at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also on today's show, we learn more about the 2024 Truterra Dairy Soils Carbon Programs and more of their sustainability initiatives as we have a conversation with Jamie Leifker, President of Truterra, to learn more about these groundbreaking programs. You can also visit https://www.truterraag.com for more information.
Grain markets were super quiet on the day Tuesday with a lack of fresh news to drive the trade while livestock had a solid day higher and the outside markets were mixed. We take a look at whether or not the "funds" are moving to the sidelines or into commodities and discuss the overall market picture with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net on today's show. More at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, in Segment Four of today's show, we get an update on spring wheat harvest in the Northern Plains as we near the finish line. Justin Berg, Technical Product Manager for WestBred joins us for a conversation. Learn more at https://www.westbred.com.
Grains are quietly mixed on Tuesday with a lack of fresh headlines impacting the trade. Mike Castle from StoneX joins us to share his thoughts on grains and a look at the latest news in the global fertilizer markets as well.
Wheat found some selling pressure to start the week while row crops were mixed and quiet, lacking fresh news. We also saw a quiet day in livestock and dairy trade on Monday with cotton as the big winner. John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the markets, fund positions in grains, thoughts of traditional harvest pressure in the grains and more for today's program. Find more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
The U.S. drought monitor in recent weeks has seen increasing dryness while we continue to hear about issues of early dry conditions in Brazil and Argentina. What is the latest outlook into the fall/winter time period? How about the weather outlook for this week; is there potential for rain in the Plains to work into the Corn Belt? We discuss all that and more with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions for our Weekly Weather Update. Find more online as well at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Wheat markets are under pressure on Monday while row crops and livestock are mostly quiet and mixed. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss that and preview this week's meeting of the Federal Reserve in our Midday Commentary for Monday, September 16th, 2024.
We saw the wheat markets soar higher into the weekend, pulling corn higher with it. Meantime, the soy complex and livestock were mostly lower into the weekend. On today's show, we recap the week of trade and discuss market sentiment on this Friday the 13th with Bryan Irey from Crossroads Coop.
Wheat is higher while the rest of the markets are mostly mixed as we near the weekend. We discuss grains, livestock and get thoughts on the latest Consumer Sentiment Index from the University of Michigan and the potential of a 50 basis point rate cut next week by the Federal Reserve. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us for our Midday Commentary on this Friday the 13th.
Thursday's release of the September WASDE Report from USDA was interesting in that U.S. corn yield ticked higher, soybean yield held steady, new crop ending stocks moved lower and the market reaction was rather quiet when it was all said and done. We dive into the report, discuss some questionable state by state yield estimates and have a look at livestock and dairy market action this week with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. More online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we are joined by Columbia Grain President and CEO Jeff Van Pevenage to discuss this year's pulse crops, logistical issues and concerns for exports in the PNW, a discussion about some of their strategic investments and more on today's show. Find more at https://www.columbiagrain.com.
USDA raised their corn yield estimate slightly and left soybean yield unchanged on this month's WASDE report. We also saw lower ending stocks for U.S. corn and soybeans. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us for some instant reaction and analysis of the September report from USDA.
There is a lot going on in regards to the commodities, livestock and outside markets this week. We examine the latest U.S. inflation data, Chinese economic data, preview the September WASDE report, discuss wheat's role as the upside leader in grain and examine the volatility in livestock trade. Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins us for a conversation. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
We've seen a mostly quiet, rangebound trade up to midday on Wednesday with morning pressure in stocks after the latest inflation data release. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us to run through today's market action.
Soybeans gave back all of Monday's gains (and then some) on Tuesday as we found pressure across the soy complex while wheat was moderately higher and corn was stuck in between the two. The cattle market was a bit of a head scratcher on Tuesday and crude oil hit 16 month lows at one point during the day. We talk market action, harvest progress and prospects in the Northern Plains and more on today's show with Tyler Schau from AgMarket.net. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Soybeans and meal are under pressure on Tuesday while wheat is slightly higher, helping hold corn mostly rangebound today. Meantime, the outside markets are awaiting fresh inflation data this week and livestock are a mixed bag on Tuesday. Arlan Suderman with StoneX joins us for market analysis at midday.
Soybeans and cattle were the upside leaders in a mostly positive day on Monday. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the start of the week, a look ahead to Thursday's USDA report and more. Find more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
By the time you see this video, chances are we'll have a newly named Tropical Storm working through the Gulf of Mexico and up into the U.S. delta and low Mississippi River valley. Will this system help with concerns of low water levels on the river? Also, did we see any frost impacts from this past weekend's cool weather? Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss all of that, South American weather and more. Learn more online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
We see the soy complex the upside leader in grains at midday on Monday while cattle are trading higher with renewed strength into the noon hour. Arlan Suderman with StoneX joins us to discuss the early week market action on Monday.
Thanks to pressure in equities, energies and metals on Friday we saw a "risk-off" day across the board to end the week. We tried to hold some key moving averages (Dec corn in particular) but overall it was a sour end to what was an otherwise solid week. We discuss the market action and get into the topic of whether or not breakeven is ok this year with DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing. Learn more at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
At midday on Friday, we see pressure in the stock market and energies that is spilling over into grain and livestock trade. We discuss the latest jobs data out this morning and talk market action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, in our Midday Commentary.
Soybean oil had a great day higher while the rest of the grains were mostly quiet and mixed with livestock trading their way lower. We discuss the market and chart action, put some perspective on marketing for 2025 and much more with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing on today's program. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we listen back to conversations at the Farm Progress Show last week with Matt Carstens, CEO of Landus and get a crop update and more from Brevant's Dustin Teig, who covers western Iowa.
Grains and livestock are mixed to lower at midday on Thursday as we have a bit of a "risk-off" day in the works today. We discuss the trade action and the latest StoneX customer survey results for September with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, in our Midday Commentary.
Wheat led the continued short covering rally in the grains on Wednesday while livestock trade took a breather. How much gas does this rally in grains have to it? How is the trade balancing some potentially bearish news from China with bullish news of wheat starting to lead the short covering rally? We dive into a lot of information today with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. More at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
We see another positive day on grain markets while livestock are mixed and outside markets take a breather. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us to examine the market action on Wednesday.
More solid buying strength in grains and livestock trade to kick off the month of September on Tuesday. How long can we sustain this rally for the grain trade in particular? Are there weather concerns to keep an eye on as we head into the full swing of harvest?
Jacob Burks with AgMarket.net joins us today for market analysis while we also get a weather update from Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions. More at https://www.agmarket.net and https://www.ag-wx.com.
We see some good strength in grain and livestock trade to start the month of September while outside markets find pressure at midday on Tuesday. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us for our Midday Commentary for Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024.
We saw the markets relatively quiet on Friday as we headed into the Labor Day weekend. But, it has been a volatile month and so we caught up with Stephen Nicholson, Global Sector Strategist for Grains and Oilseeds at Rabobank during the Farm Progress Show to get his thoughts on the trade heading into harvest.
Also, we discuss the work of the SCN Coalition and talk with Dr. Horacio Lopez-Nicora, Assistant Professor of Soybean Pathology and Nematology at Ohio State University about the spread of soybean cyst nematode across the U.S. in recent years. Learn more at https://www.thescncoalition.com.
Grain and livestock trade is pretty quiet on Friday as we gear up for the Labor Day weekend. We talk market action, the latest PCE data out this morning and more with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
Soybeans and soy products led the way while corn and wheat also had a good day higher on Thursday. Livestock trade was more mixed as we await more cash cattle activity. We discuss the market picture as we near Labor Day weekend with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. More online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we listen to a conversation from the Farm Progress Show about the ag economy and learn more about Fractal Agriculture with their CEO, Ben Gordon. More at https://www.fractal.ag
It was a busy day number two at the Farm Progress Show as learned about the new XFR50 draper head from Geringhoff! We were joined by their experts and leadership to discuss the new product launch and their legacy products as we talk with Craig Lee and Bill Dickhut from Geringhoff.
We also have market analysis in Segment Three with Jacob Burks from AgMarket.net and hear about what he has heard at the show so far from farmers and ranchers in attendance.
Learn more at https://www.geringhoff.com and https://www.agmarket.net.
On Tuesday, we spent day number one of the 2024 Farm Progress Show visiting with our friends at Nutrien Ag Solutions to learn about their brands, products, sustainability goals and much more. We also talk markets with Matt Bennett from AgMarket.net during today's program live from the FPS show grounds.
Grain markets were pretty quiet to start the week on Monday while cattle had a solid day higher following the latest Cattle on Feed report. Will these markets look to possibly stay rangebound heading to Labor Day weekend? We discuss the market action from Monday and the potential for the week ahead with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
I've heard the term "corn sweat" being thrown around with the hot temps in the Western Corn Belt to start this week. All jokes aside, we wonder if this heat will be good or bad for the finishing crops. Plus, there is some early week severe weather risk to talk about. Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us for our Weekly Weather Update. More online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Markets are pretty quiet in the grains to start the week. We discuss trade action, spring wheat crop potential, the U.S. dollar and more with Phil Claussen from StoneX in our Midday Commentary for Monday, August 26th, 2024.
Soybeans and soybean oil were moving higher on Friday while corn and wheat were mixed. We discuss the end of the week grain trade and the latest Fed news coming out of this week's Jackson Hole, Wyoming meeting with Mike Castle from StoneX in our Midday Commentary for Friday, August 23rd.
Social media was abuzz this week with pictures from the Midwest Crop Tour. Regardless of whether you believe in the tour and its methodology or not, it is widely talked about and at times it can have an impact on the markets. It can also give us an idea of what is actually in some fields across the Midwest. Ted Seifried from Zaner Ag Hedge was on the western leg of the tour this year and he joins us to share his thoughts and market analysis on today's show. You can also learn more online at https://www.zaner.com.
Also, we discuss soybean cyst nematode spread in North Dakota with NDSU Professor Wade Webster and talk about new tar spot research being done at Purdue University with Dr. CD Cruz during today's show.
Grains were lower on Thursday with soybeans the leader to the downside while livestock had a strong day higher. What is impacting the trade as we near the end of the week? Crop tours, rail strikes, weather and more are all being talked about; Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to share his perspective on this week's market action. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, as of 12:01am ET on Thursday, August 22nd, 2024, both the Canadian Pacific-Kansas City and Canadian National railroads have locked out union employees. That is effectively stopping freight rail service across Canada and creates potential huge impacts for the U.S. as well. Shaun Haney, host of Real Ag Radio on SiriusXM 147, joins us to share the latest details.
Pressure in grains, led lower by soybeans on Thursday, while the livestock trade found strength throughout the day. We discuss what's impacting the trade action today with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Another day of quiet action in corn and soybeans on Wednesday with some pressure in wheat and cattle tried to extend recent losses. We take a look at charts, discuss the week in the grain and livestock trade, the potential impact of a Canadian rail strike and much more on today's show with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online as well at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Andy Robinson, area product manager for Brevant seeds, also joins Jesse Allen to discuss Brevant's 'innovation' story and how they bring differentiation to retail. You can also learn more at https://www.brevant.com.
It's another quiet day in corn and soybean trade with wheat lower and cattle futures somewhat extending recent losses. We discuss the market action, the standoff between farmers and end users and more with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
It was another tough day in live and feeder cattle futures on Tuesday as we set some new contract lows. Is there more downside risk? Is this the end of the bull run in cattle futures? We discuss that and a quiet day in the grain markets/supply and demand fundamentals with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net on today's show. More at https://www.agmarket.net.
And as labor shortages, inflation and extreme weather continue impacting farmers’ profitability, many are seeking ways to reduce downtime as much as possible – specifically, by doing more business on their own farms. Stefan Caspari, senior vice president of customer success and business effectiveness for AGCO, joins us to discuss how providing on-farm service benefits farmers’ productivity, savings and more.
Grains were quietly mixed at midday while the cattle markets found heavy selling pressure on Tuesday. We talk markets with Arlan Suderman from StoneX on our Midday Commentary.
We saw a decent bounce in soybeans and corn on Monday, led by some possible short covering by funds and rumored sales to China showing up on the daily wire. We discuss an overall solid day of grain and livestock trade with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also in Segment Two, we hear from Syngenta agronomist Jason Snell for a crop update from west central Minnesota.
Soybeans found some strength with corn higher as well at midday on Monday. We discuss the early week grain and livestock trade with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
New contract lows in December corn and November soybeans were found on Friday while the wheat trade rallied some to find green on the screen at the end of the session. We have a conversation with Craig Turner from StoneX on today's show and discuss the need for education to navigate these markets. He also shares his thoughts on if these grain markets have more downside risk and why the next two weeks could continue to be tough.
Also, sign up for his upcoming webinar on August 28th titled "Harvest and Storage Marketing Strategies" by visiting the website https://www.grainsandoilseeds.com.
In Segment Two of today's show, Kyle King, US Digital Farming Commercial Lead at BASF Agricultural Solutions, joins us to talk about a new spray timer tool now available in xarvio® FIELD MANAGER, BASF’s digital farming tool and app. Learn more online at https://www.xarvio.com.
Row crops are lower with more new contract lows this morning while wheat is trying to rally. Outside markets are fairly quiet after a lot of data hit the markets this week. We discuss grains, macro markets and take a look at the fertilizer markets with Mike Castle from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
We saw a mostly quiet and mixed grain and livestock trade on Thursday with little fresh news impacting the markets. Wheat and soybeans did fade after some early short covering while cattle slipped lower on the day. The outside markets had a strong day higher led by the Dow up over 500 points on Thursday. We talk markets today with DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing. More at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Also, we learn about a new report titled Dairy dominoes: How China’s increased dairy self-sufficiency is reshaping global trade. Mary Ledman, Global Sector Strategist – Dairy with Rabobank, joins us for that conversation in Segment Two of today's program as well.
It's a mostly quiet day across grain and livestock trade with little in the way of fresh news for the markets. Wall Street though is seeing some good strength as we examine more economic data out this morning. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us for our Midday Commentary to discuss.
Grains saw a slight bounce on Wednesday, but nothing to get overly excited about. On the flip side, livestock had a solid day higher at midweek. We discuss another crop tour this week, avoiding doom and gloom thinking in these markets and talk about the trade action with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. More at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Grain markets are showing some bounce on Wednesday but it doesn't seem like there is much in the way of fundamental change on the horizon. We talk about that, the new CPI data out this morning and a look at the livestock trade with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Another down day in the soy complex on Tuesday as we lost another 20-25 cents in beans and pressure in soy products as well. Corn and wheat were mixed to lower with cattle finding some green on the session. We discuss the tough market situation in grains, why having a trusted advisor is important and some thoughts on navigating these markets right now. Tyler Schau with AgMarket.net joins us for a conversation. Find more info online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, USDA is predicting record corn and soybean yields according to the August reports out on Monday of this week. Is the potential actually out there across the Midwest for a monster crop this year? Professional Ag Marketing just wrapped up their 9th annual Midwest Crop Tour last week and we talk with Mike Minor about what he saw on the tour. You can view full results at https://www.professionalagmarketing.com.
More pressure in soybeans on Tuesday after a bearish set of numbers from USDA on Monday. Corn and wheat are also trading their way lower at midday. We discuss the grain and outside markets with Mike Castle from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
USDA is predicting a monster U.S. corn and soybean crop for 2024 with record national average yield estimates on the August WASDE Report. The numbers on Monday seemed to drive some spread trading with soybeans under pressure and corn up slightly.
We discuss what these numbers could mean for the trade, what some producers are saying about their crops and get market perspectives today from John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, August weather is looking pretty solid for much of the Corn Belt and that could help some of these big yields along. We discuss the weather outlook and talk about the Gleissberg Cycle as it relates to agriculture. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us for our Weekly Weather Update. Learn more online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
USDA is predicting record corn and soybean yields according to the August WASDE Report out on Monday morning. We discuss the numbers and get perspective from Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, in our Midday Commentary.
On Friday's episode of Market Talk, we take a look at the commodity markets and overall ag economy more broadly as we gear up for Monday's latest USDA WASDE report and much more. David Widmar with Agricultural Economic Insights joins us to discuss some of his recent research and articles about the markets, economy and more. You can learn more online at https://www.aei.ag.
We also sit down with Greg Roberts from Funding Your Way to learn more about their company, their funding model, the work they do with ag startups and much more. Learn more online at https://www.fundingyourway.biz.
Row crops are quietly mixed with wheat trying to lead things higher on Friday as the trade gears up for the August WASDE Report coming up on Monday. We discuss trade action, preview the report and talk livestock markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grain markets were relatively mixed on Thursday with some pressure in livestock, despite the stock market trying to rally on the session. We discuss market sentiment, chart action and much more with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Find more online as well at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We also talk with Kris Kristjanson from Bushel Plus about how the Bushel Plus SmartPan System helps farmers measure and manage their grain loss during harvest. You can also learn more at https://www.bushelplus.com.
It's a mostly mixed day in grains and livestock with the stock market trying to move back higher once again. We discuss what's happening across Thursday's trade with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
It has been a volatile week in the grain, livestock and equity markets and it's only halfway over. A lot of key indicators are lining up when it comes to the funds v.s. the fundamentals in these markets. We discuss these indicators and more with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. More can be found online as well at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, we sit down with Sabanto Founder and CEO, Craig Rupp, to have a broad discussion about their company and the evolution of automation in agriculture and ag equipment. We also discuss AI and the role it could play in the industry moving forward. Learn more at https://www.sabantoag.com.
On Tuesday's Market Talk program, we featured conversations with Corey Geiger from CoBank, Tara Durbin from Farm Credit-Mid America and Noe Marymor from Envu while Jesse is spending some time with family. We'll be back with full market analysis on Wednesday's Market Talk program.
Hurricane Debby is hammering Florida and the southeast with heavy rains to start this week while we also watch storms in the Northern Plains and parts of the Midwest. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss the weather outlook for this week and beyond. More at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Also, the grain and oilseed markets have been stuck in this bearish downtrend for awhile now and the overall ag economy picture is looking a little rough. Steve Nicholson, Global Sector Strategist for Grains & Oilseeds with Rabobank, joins us for a wide-ranging conversation.
And we also talk conservation, soil health, adding humates to your soil and more with Russell Taylor, VP of Live Earth. You can learn more online at https://www.livearth.com.
Grain markets rounded out the week with some green on the screen while we saw a huge down day in outside markets. That pressure spilled into livestock on Friday, particularly the cattle markets once again to close out the week.
We discuss crop conditions, store and ignore, cash basis, upcoming crop tours and much, much more on today's program with Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth from Van Ahn & Company. Learn more online at https://www.vanahnco.com.
Outside markets and livestock are under heavy selling pressure on Friday while the grains are finding some green on the screen. We discuss what's driving the markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
As we are rolling into August 2024, we thought it was a good time to take a broad look at the grain and livestock markets along with the overall ag economy. Chad Hart, economist and professor at Iowa State University joins the show for that conversation.
Also, in Segment Two, we discuss the latest Global Pork Quarterly report out from Rabobank. Christine McCracken, Senior Analyst-Animal Protein at Rabobank joins us for that discussion. View the latest report here: https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/sectors/animal-protein/pork-quarterly-q3-2024.html
Markets finished somewhat mixed on the day Wednesday as we watch escalating tension in the Middle East once again, concerns over world economies like China and and overall bearish mindset in the grain markets particularly. We examine all the dynamics at play here and have a end of the month wrap-up conversation with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
The beef industry is buzzing with an exciting trend to fill the beef supply gap – raising beef-on-dairy cattle. This innovative approach to raising high-quality beef is shaking up the market, driven by changing consumer preferences, a decline in traditional beef cattle numbers, economic factors and the need for more sustainable livestock practices. Joining us today is Laurence Williams, dairy beef cross development for Purina Animal Nutrition to discuss the beef-on-dairy sector and reveal key findings from their must-read Beef-on-Dairy Industry Report. View that report online at https://purinamills.com/dairy-beef.
Plenty of outside market news having various impacts on the market trade to close out the month of July including rising tension again in the Middle East, economic news to watch and much more. We discuss the midweek and end of month market action with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
A lot of bearishness is continuing in the markets, grains in particular, as we close out the month of July this week. And there are plenty of producers staring at a lot of old crop in storage, minimal new crop marketing on the books and much more. We discuss the risk that is out there for producers right now, look at charts for various markets and have a conversation about managing your risk on today's show with Brian Splitt from AgMarket.net. Learn more at https://www.agmarket.net.
More pressure being seen in soybeans on Tuesday with a mostly quiet day elsewhere in the markets. We discuss grain and livestock action today with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Soybeans saw more pressure on Monday along with heavy pressure in cattle and hog futures. Wheat was slightly higher and that helped pull corn to a positive finish on the day. Overall, these markets have too much risk in them to not get defensive with your marketing strategy. We discuss that with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing on today's show. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Last week, we were discussing the potential of a hot and dry August for many parts of the western Corn Belt. This week, a much less threatening outlook as we roll the calendar over to a new month. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us for a conversation and a look at the latest weather forecast. Learn more at https://www.ag-wx.com.
We saw a huge selloff in the grain markets on Friday as weather forecasts turned a little cooler and wetter than they had been earlier this week and that prompted traders to take some profit into the weekend. Plus, the Dow Jones was up sharply on Friday and livestock had a mixed tone. We discuss the end of the week in the trade and overall sentiment in farm country with Conner Bridgman and Brady Huck from Advance Trading Inc. and ATI Pro Media. Learn more at https://www.advance-trading.com.
Also on today's show, we discuss the ag economy downturn more broadly and look at a new report from Rabobank titled Tightening the corn belt: How US farmers adjust input spending when commodity prices fall. Owen Wagner, Senior Analyst – Grains & Oilseeds with Rabobank joins us to explore how expenditures for major input categories – machinery, fertilizer, seed, crop protection, and land – are influenced by declining farm profitability.
Sharp selloff in grains on Friday as traders seemingly took some weather premium out of the market ahead of the weekend. Meantime, we got more economic data out on Friday and a livestock trade that was relatively mixed. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX joins us to discuss.
The term "flash drought" has been floating around the grain markets all week long as we saw soybeans rally again on what appeared to be weather related short covering. We discuss the overall market sentiment in grains and livestock as we near the end of July. Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing joins us for that discussion on today's show. Learn more online by visiting https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Soybeans were the stay at midday on Thursday while wheat was under some pressure and corn was stuck in the middle. We discuss the grain and livestock markets along with some new economic data out this morning with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
We saw a bit of a weather rally in U.S. markets to start the week while things turned mixed and quiet on Wednesday. However, Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics makes the case the fund managers might be finally turning their attention to weather related supply risks globally. We discuss what that could mean and more on today's show. Contact him online at https://www.globalcommodityanalytics.com.
Grains and livestock markets are relatively mixed at midday on Wednesday with some green on the screen in grains. We discuss the market action and also the broader economy and U.S. debt situation with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist with StoneX, in our Midday Commentary.
We saw the grain markets fade late session on Tuesday while the livestock market surged into the close. Overall, it feels like a giant game of chicken being played right now in the grain and livestock markets. We discuss that and overall market sentiment with Matt Bennett from AgMarket.net on today's show. Find more at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also on today's show, CHS has announced their Q3 FY2024 financial earnings results. We discuss the numbers and more with CHS executive vice president, chief financial officer and chief strategy officer Olivia Nelligan. You can learn more online at https://www.chsinc.com and also view the Q3 numbers here: https://americanagnetwork.com/2024/07/chs-reports-third-quarter-fiscal-year-2024-earnings.
Soybeans led the way to start the week, soaring higher amid a round of weather risk related short covering. Corn and spring wheat also had a solid day higher with Chicago and KC wheat up slightly. Livestock markets also found some broad based support on Monday. We discuss the market action and get analysis from John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
There is starting to be some chatter that hotter temps are on the way for parts of the U.S. Northern Plains and that could also spill into the western Corn Belt as we head into August. Just how much will we see and will it have a big impact on soybean and spring wheat development? We talk about that and get our weekly weather update from Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions. Learn more at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Soybeans and spring wheat are leading a short covering rally in the grains to start the week while the livestock trade is also higher. Plus, is the weekend news of President Biden stepping aside having any impact on the broader markets here today? We discuss all of that with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX. More at https://www.stonex.com.
The truth is, if you don't like the current prices in this grain market you don't HAVE to make sales right now. Kent Beadle with Paradigm Futures joins the show to share that perspective along with some of the historical setup in the corn and soybean markets right now. He talks about the record short speculator, the long position in the commercial market and much more. You can find more details at https://www.paradigmfutures.net.
Also, we didn't get today's Midday Commentary posted individually, but we did share it during segment one of today's show with Ryan More from StoneX. He gives an update on a crop tour he just wrapped up and some thoughts on Friday's grain market action. More at https://www.stonex.com.
Markets ended up fairly mixed on Thursday with some strength in spring wheat and soybeans. We discuss why you need to be a savvy marketer, take advantage of push bids and more ways to defend your risk in this bearish market environment on today's show. Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing, joins us for that conversation. Find more online by visiting https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we discuss crop nutrition and how to manage any nutrient loss you may have seen this year due to weather. John Niemeyer from Nutrien joins us for a discussion in Segment Two. Learn more online at https://www.nutrien.com or https://www.smartnitrogen.com.
Mixed action is being seen in the markets on Thursday with Minneapolis wheat finding support and cattle under pressure. We discuss the markets with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
On Wednesday's Market Talk, we wrap up our time in Washington D.C. with the National Corn Growers Association for Corn Congress 2024. We hear part of a conversation we had on the Wednesday episode of AOA with NCGA Lead Economist Krista Swanson, discussing the new study titled "A Study of the Economic Contribution of Corn Farming in the United States for 2023". You can view that full study online here: https://dt176nijwh14e.cloudfront.net/file/700/Economic%20Contribution%20Study.pdf
In Segment Three, we get market analysis and an update on damage from this week's derecho event in Iowa and Illinois with Garrett Toay from AgTraderTalk. You can learn more online by visiting https://www.agtradertalk.com.
Wheat is showing a nice bounce on Wednesday while the rest of the grain and livestock markets are mostly mixed in quiet midweek trade. We discuss the market action, the latest ethanol production numbers and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We are broadcasting today and tomorrow from Corn Congress in Washington D.C. as members of the National Corn Growers Association come together to set policy, elect new leaders, visit Capitol Hill and much more. Kicking off the show, we talk with Troy Schneider (Corn Board Member from CO and Board Liaison to NCBA) about Corn Congress and what goes on during the week.
Markets saw a small bounce on Tuesday in an overall quiet trading day. It doesn't have to be all doom and gloom right now in the grain and livestock markets though. We discuss some excellent risk management strategies and more with Tyler Schau from AgMarket.net on today's show. More can be found online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Grain markets are mostly consolidating on Tuesday with some gains in row crops while the stock market is on a tear to the upside. We discuss grains, livestock and outside markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
The bears keep trampling the bulls in the grain markets as we saw double digit losses in soybeans, wheat and corn on Monday. How do we manage the risk here and even have a conversation about marketing in this low price environment? DuWayne Bosse with Bolt Marketing joins us to try and make sense of these markets. Learn more at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Also, weather continues to be mostly favorable to the markets and much of the Corn Belt as we enter the back half of July. We get a rundown of severe weather/rainfall potential this week, heat and humidity to start the week and much more in our weekly weather conversation with Nutrien's Eric Snodgrass. More online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Grain markets are under heavy pressure on Monday while the stock market and livestock trade is mixed to firm. We discuss the early week market action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We saw lower than expected U.S. corn ending stocks for both old and new crop with much higher than expected U.S. ending stocks for wheat. Those were some of the headline notes from the July WASDE Report. But, do these numbers do anything to change the overall bearish conversation in grains?
Ted Seifried with Zaner Ag Hedge joins us to discuss the July WASDE, overall market sentiment in grains, a good end of week in livestock and more. Find out more at https://www.zaner.com.
Also, we hear comments from Arlan Suderman of StoneX in Segment One recapping the July WASDE from Friday's Midday Commentary and thoughts in Segment Two about the corn market with Ed Usset from the University of Minnesota.
U.S. corn ending stocks came in lower than expected for both old and new crop on the July WASDE report plus wheat ending stocks were higher for the U.S. crop. We discuss the numbers and what they could mean to the trade with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
We saw grain and livestock markets bounce on Thursday with wheat leading the way higher as the U.S. dollar index moved lower. Corn and soybeans finished mixed to higher but the bearish feelings still seem to be hanging around. We discuss with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We learn more about Bushel Plus and why they are commonly referred to as the harvest optimization company. Shianne Reynolds, Technical Sales Manager in the U.S. (focused on Nebraska, South Dakota, Kansas), joins us to share more about the company, their products and much more. You can also learn more online at https://www.bushelplus.com.
Wheat is leading a bit of a bounce in commodities on Thursday with livestock trade also higher. The headline CPI was down 0.1% month on month which has led to a lower U.S. dollar that seems to be helping commodities and livestock overall. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Market weakness continued on Wednesday with more pressure in the soy complex, lower action in wheat, livestock trade lower again and corn flat to lower. Overall, these markets feel extremely bearish across the board. How much lower can we go? Where do we go from here in terms of price action and more? Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss and provide market analysis. More at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
John Long, Brevant seeds retail sales agronomist, joins us to discuss the growing conditions throughout his territory in southwest, southern and parts of western Iowa. Many retailers are making fungicide applications on corn now, with soybeans to follow. He’s advising growers to stay vigilant about the threat of tar spot in corn and keep an eye on nitrogen loss. You can also learn more at https://www.brevant.com.
Another lower day in commodities with the most pressure being seen in soybeans and wheat on Wednesday. We also got an unexpected drop in crude oil inventories according to the latest EIA data. We discuss grains, energies and a look at the fertilizer markets today with Mike Castle from StoneX in our Midday Commentary for Wednesday.
Heavy pressure in soybean oil led to more losses in soybeans and soybean meal on Tuesday while corn and wheat held steady to firm on the day. Cattle broke sharply lower amid a drop in the midday boxed beef prices. Could it be a sign that a top has formed in the cattle market? We talk price action, risk management and making tough marketing decisions on today's show with Jacob Burks from AgMarket.net. More at https://www.agmarket.net.
Soybeans are under pressure again with big losses in soybean oil. Meantime, corn and wheat are bouncing slightly and outside markets are quiet as Fed Chair Powell speaks on Capitol Hill today and tomorrow. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us for market analysis today.
Heavy losses in grains on Monday as new crop December corn held above $4 while new crop November soybeans broke just below $11 on the session. We discuss the pressure in the markets and get analysis from John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing on today's show. More online as well by visiting https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Hurricane Beryl made landfall early on Monday in South Texas and the rains are expected to work into the Eastern Corn Belt this week. We discuss the impact on crops, more heat out west and global challenges with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions. More at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Heavy selling pressure in grains and oilseeds to start the week of trade with mixed to lower tones in stocks and the protein sector as well. We discuss the early week trade with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grain markets found some positive buying on Friday while livestock was mixed and outside markets were quiet. Jesse Allen has a look at closing numbers in Segment Four today.
However on today's show, we put some focus on fertilizer markets, potential nitrogen loss and agronomic conversations. We get an update on any weather related impacts to logistics and transportation, prices and more for fertilizer markets with Josh Linville, VP of Fertilizer at StoneX. Learn more online at https://www.stonex.com.
Also, with so much rain in the early part of the growing season, there is no doubt going to be some issues of nutrient loss among other challenges. We talk with Pivot Bio's Clayton Nevins about that and some recommendations he has moving forward. Learn more at https://www.pivotbio.com.
Then we have an agronomy related conversation with Gunther Kreps, Executive Vice President and Chief Business Development Officer at AgXplore. We discuss crop nutrition, product selection and much more. You can learn more at https://www.agxplore.com.
Grain markets are finding some positive money flow on Friday while livestock are mixed and stocks are quiet. We discuss the grain market action, new jobs data and more with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
It's a fair question to ask; could what's left of Hurricane Beryl impact the U.S. grain markets by dumping more water on the Corn Belt? Also, is the trade starting to price in Midwest flooding into the soybean market? We discuss all of these topics, macro fundamentals, livestock and more ahead of the 4th of July holiday with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
***Markets are closed on Thursday, July 4th and re-open Friday morning at 8:30am CST. We won't have a show on the 4th but will be back with a program on Friday, July 5th. Have a safe and Happy Independence Day!
Soybean oil and soybeans were higher again at midday on Wednesday with quiet action in corn and wheat. We discuss grains, livestock and outside markets heading to the 4th of July holiday with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
Is China going to buy U.S. beans before the presidential election? It's one of many rumors in the trade on Tuesday that we discuss with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net. We also look broadly at the corn market and soybean market fundamentals and the overall ag economy during today's conversation. Learn more on their website at https://www.agmarket.net.
Plus, we learn about KWS Cover+ with Dr. Becca Brattain from KWS Seeds in Segment Four of today's show. You can learn more by visiting www.kws.com/us/en/products/coverplus.
Wheat found some buying and support to start the month of July while soybean oil also moved higher which helped support the broader soy complex. Meanwhile, corn continued to chop sideways and livestock trade pushed lower on Monday. We discuss market action, trader sentiment, fund positions and more with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing on today's show. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us once again this week to give us the setup for the first week of July and the upcoming 4th of July holiday. It sounds like more of the same for the U.S. weather pattern while we watch China, Russia and the tropical season kickoff in a big way. Learn more at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Wheat and soybean oil have found some support to start the week and the month of July while corn is quiet and livestock trades lower. We take a look at the early week market action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX in our Midday Commentary for Monday, July 1st, 2024.
USDA's Grain Stocks and Acreage Reports were full of surprises on Friday as we ended the month and the quarter. DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing and Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth from Van Ahn & Company join us to recap/debate the numbers, look at market sentiment and discuss risk management moving forward for producers in the grain markets.
Reach DuWayne at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com and reach Kristi at https://www.vanahnco.com.
Higher grain stocks across corn, soybeans and wheat with more corn and less soybean acres than the trade was expecting. The USDA Grain Stocks and Acreage reports have thrown us some interesting curveballs today. We break down the information and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
The wheat markets finally saw a rally on Thursday led by Chicago and Minneapolis futures while row crops and livestock were mixed to lower. We discuss the bounce in wheat, market sentiment ahead of Friday's big USDA reports/end of the month and quarter and get analysis from Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online by visiting https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, Nutrien Ag Solutions has acquired Suncor Energy’s AgroScience assets, which consists of several patented and patent pending technologies in the area of biocontrol. We learn more about the acquisition under the Loveland Products business of Nutrien with Francisco Manzano, Director, Business Development for Loveland Products, Inc. You can also learn more online at https://www.lovelandproducts.com.
Wheat markets were seeing strength at midday with the rest of the grain and livestock trade mixed to lower. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us for market analysis in our Midday Commentary for Thursday, June 27th, 2024.
Wheat tried to bounce on Wednesday but finished off session highs while corn and soybeans also fell slightly lower. Global weather, fund positions, chart action, end of the month reports and more are all playing a role in grains. Plus, cattle and hogs had a strong day to the upside at midweek. Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss what he is seeing in the markets at midweek.
You can learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Wheat and corn are trying to bounce a little on Wednesday with some inter-market spreading in soybeans. Meantime, a solid day higher at midday in cattle and hogs futures. We discuss the midweek market action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
It was another tough day in the markets on Tuesday as grains found pressure despite falling crop ratings, weather issues and much more. We talk about market sentiment towards the USDA Crop Progress report, weather challenges and trying to take emotion out of your marketing decisions with Jacob Burks from AgMarket.net on today's show.
We also talk with North Dakota farmer and United Soybean Board Communication and Education Chair, Matt Gast, in Segment Two. He shares some recaps of spring planting and early growing conditions along with some of the projects that USB is working on from his committee.
Grains are under pressure on Tuesday while livestock are also a mixed bag. We discuss what is moving these markets lower and get analysis from Arlan Suderman of StoneX in our Midday Commentary for Tuesday, June 25th, 2024.
We saw soybeans and soybean meal find some support to start the week while wheat and corn were under pressure on Monday. Meantime, cattle finished somewhat mixed after a surprisingly bearish Cattle on Feed Report last Friday while hogs found more selling pressure. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the market action, how the weather and flooding could potential play a role and much more. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Weather continues to be a main storyline for the markets as we see immense flooding in parts of Iowa, Minnesota and South Dakota along with heat and humidity in much of the country. Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to provide updates and thoughts on where the forecast is heading. Learn more at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Weather is top of mind for the markets on Monday with flooding concerns in the NW Corn Belt, heat and humidity in many areas and weather issues being reported in China. Also, Friday's Cattle on Feed Report was a bit bearish. We talk about all of that and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Wheat sank lower once again on Friday while corn finished on the lows of the day. Soybeans and meal meantime did find some support to round out the week. We talk July options expiration, walk through various charts and more with Tommy Grisafi from Advance Trading Inc. and ATI Pro Media on today's show. Watch their YouTube channel each weekday morning at 9am CST for more market content: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwCNbhcAodHML3Mu_1pYsr7zeEnXaIroi&si=ja97wg1vvl1GecwV
Also, we sit down with CoBank Lead Economist for Grains and Oilseeds, Tanner Ehmke, to talk about his new report looking at the wheat markets and the Russian crop in particular. You can view that report online via CoBank's Knowledge Exchange here: https://www.cobank.com/knowledge-exchange/grain-and-farm-supply/russias-smaller-wheat-harvest-expected-to-drive-market-volatility
In Segment One, we also hear from Ryan Moe of StoneX as he shared some market thoughts with us for our Friday Midday Commentary. And we wrap the show with news headlines in Segment Four today.
We saw pressure across the grain markets on Thursday as weather played a role again and the trend was to the downside. Livestock had a mixed to lower tone as well on the day as cattle prep for the next Cattle on Feed report out Friday. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to provide analysis and market perspectives. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also on today's show, United Soybean Board director and Indiana farmer Don Wyss joins us to discuss weather impacts on soybeans and what the Soybean Checkoff is doing on the research front to help soybean growers through evolving weather conditions from year to year. Learn more online at https://www.unitedsoybean.org.
We see mostly lower action in the markets today with weather once again acting as the main driver. Ryan Moe from StoneX joins us to share some thoughts in our Midday Commentary.
We found some green on the screen in corn, soybeans, soybean meal and soybean oil on Tuesday's session ahead of the federal Juneteenth holiday and market holiday on Wednesday. Meantime, wheat was down for the 13th of the last 15 sessions and livestock were mixed as well.
Tyler Schau from AgMarket.net joins us to discuss the row crop action, growing conditions, chart action and we pose the question to him of whether or not the age of the average cattle producer could prohibit a drastic herd rebuild like many are calling for. Learn more at https://www.agmarket.net.
We also hear comments in Segment One from Mike Castle of StoneX discussing market action on Tuesday in grains and the macro markets. More at https://www.stonex.com.
It was a day full of selling pressure in soybeans, wheat, soybean meal and corn on Monday as traders were seemingly take money off the table to start the week. What was with the downward pressure in grains and what should we be doing to manage our risk? Ted Seifried with Zaner Ag Hedge joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.zaner.com.
We have a stalled front from Nebraska to Wisconsin that is largely acting as a dividing line this week with heavy rain and storms in the Northwest Corn Belt, Northern Plains and Upper Midwest while we have heat, humidity and more to the south and east. We discuss the current weather pattern and get thoughts from Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions. Learn more online by visiting https://www.ag-wx.com.
Grains are mostly under pressure to start the week as weather is a big focus of the trade. We discuss grains, macro markets and fertilizer markets with Mike Castle from StoneX in our Midday Commentary for Monday, June 17th.
On Friday, we saw a fairly quiet grain market heading into the weekend with weather forecast seemingly becoming the big focus of traders. We discuss weather volatility, demand outlooks, outside market news, livestock trade and more as we recap the week in the marketplace with Craig Turner from StoneX. More at https://www.stonex.com.
Also on today's show, each quarter Rabobank analysts take a look at global beef markets and provide an updated outlook on prices, production and much more. We take a look at the latest report for Q2 with Lance Zimmerman, Senior Analyst-Animal Protein at Rabobank and talk about the current state of the the beef industry in the U.S. and globally.
You can also read the latest report here: https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/sectors/animal-protein/beef-quarterly-q2-2024.html
Plus, it's no secret that interest rates are impacting our every day life both on and off the farm. We discuss some of the current impact and how FBN Finance is helping farmers and ranchers navigate this current high rate environment. Dan English, GM of FBN Finance joins us on the show for more. Find them online as well at https://www.fbn.com.
"Guess who's back, back again?" If you know that famous Eminem song then you might be singing it as we saw China back in the U.S. soybean market again on Thursday. Are they back for good or just a short stay? Plus, are we entering a volatile summer weather market in grains? We discuss all of that and more today with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Find more about them online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, Jenna Seltzer, Swine Nutritional Health Consultant for Elanco Animal Health joins the show to talk about their new partnership with PURETEIN® Bioscience LLC as its exclusive distributor of its celluTEIN® bioactive livestock protein feed supplement for swine in the United States. Find more online at https://www.elanco.com.
Grains are finding some support at midday on Thursday while the livestock trade is a mixed bag. We discuss all of that and the outside markets with the PPI data out this morning. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us for our Midday Commentary.
Wednesday was a busy day for the markets with the release of the June WASDE Report from USDA (which only showed minor changes), the Federal Reserve wrapping their June meeting (with no interest rate cut or increase) and the CPI data out that was better than analyst expectations. You throw all that with the current market fundamentals and that gives us a lot to talk about today with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
USDA shared a few changes on Wednesday's WASDE report for the month of June, mainly on the world side of the balance sheet. We take a look at the mostly quiet report and get perspective from Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
After nine consecutive sessions lower, wheat markets rallied on Tuesday finding solid support while row crops and livestock were quiet to lower on the day. Matt Bennett with AgMarket.net joins us today to provide his perspective on the markets and we look ahead to the June WASDE report out from USDA on Wednesday. Learn more at https://www.agmarket.net.
On today's show we also hear our Midday Commentary from Tuesday with Arlan Suderman of StoneX and look at news headlines, led by the Senate GOP releasing their Farm Bill framework on Tuesday.
Wheat is posting a solid rally so far on Tuesday while it's mixed elsewhere in row crops and livestock. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss the wheat rally, the two-day Federal Reserve meeting starting and more in our Midday Commentary today.
We saw row crops quiet on Monday with some strength in corn and soybeans while the wheat trade was down sharply for the ninth consecutive session. Meantime, the cattle market got off to a great start for the week. We discuss Monday's market action and get perspective from John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing. More online by visiting their website at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
The forecast is calling for heat to move into parts of the Corn Belt this week and weekend. The big question, how long does it last? We get the latest details on the weather for the week ahead in the U.S. and talk about the latest in other key growing areas like South America and the Black Sea. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien joins us to discuss. More at https://www.ag-wx.com.
*Disclaimer: Today’s conversation recorded ahead of the closing bell and is intended to be a broad overview of Monday market action.*
Row crops are mixed, wheat under more pressure and cattle are trading substantially higher. We discuss the early week market action, the impact of European Union elections on the markets, this week's Federal Reserve meeting and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We saw the grain trade struggle to close out the week on Friday with headline news of Turkey banning wheat imports until October 15th taking a bite out of the European and U.S. wheat markets. Soybeans and corn also found pressure as a sharply higher U.S. dollar acted as a significant headwind to end the week. Livestock fared a little better with solid gains in feeder cattle to close out Friday's trade.
Today, we welcome Brady Huck from Advance Trading Inc. and ATI Pro Media to the show for the first time. We take a longer look at the cattle markets and touch on the volatility in grains as well on today's show. Learn more online at https://www.advance-trading.com and watch ATI Pro Media live every weekday morning at 9am CST on YouTube here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwCNbhcAodHML3Mu_1pYsr7zeEnXaIroi&si=H3ra2haCaWePhcyC
Heavy pressure being seen on Friday in wheat with the overnight news that Turkey is banning wheat imports for a few months. Plus, heavy pressure in soybeans and corn down as well with mixed action in the livestock trade. Arlan Suderman with StoneX joins us to discuss Friday's market action.
A strong rally with shortcovering by funds in soybeans, soy products and corn led the charge on Thursday. We discuss the oversold conditions of the row crop markets, the stall in wheat markets, economic news and the livestock trade today with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also on today's show, where might US corn, wheat, and soybean markets be headed in the next decade? Rabobank’s 10-year baseline provides insights into potential long-term trends for the major US grains and oilseeds through 2033/34. Andrick Payen, Grains and Oilseeds Analyst with Rabobank, joins Jesse Allen to discuss the latest outlook. Read more online here: https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/sectors/grains-oilseeds/balancing-act-rising-yields-export-challenges-structural-changes.html
Soybeans, soy products and corn are showing a strong rally through midday on Thursday while what is mixed and cattle is finding some pressure. We talk market action in grains, proteins and outside markets with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
More downward momentum in the commodity and livestock trade on Wednesday as wheat led the way lower at midweek. Row crops were mixed to lower while lean hogs can't seem to find a bottom and cattle turned lower as well. We discuss charts, fundamentals and what could be happening throughout the trade today with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, Corteva Agriscience today announced the launch of Resicore® REV herbicide for premier pre- and postemergence corn weed control. Nick Burke, U.S. Corn Herbicides Product Manager for Corteva, joins us to share more details at the end of today's show.
Row crop markets have been fairly quiet and mixed all morning while wheat has found some pressure. We discuss grain market action along with the latest price moves and news in the fertilizer markets with Mike Castle from StoneX in today's Midday Commentary.
It was another down day in the markets on Tuesday as we saw corn hold steady to firm with pressure in soy, wheat and hogs. Brian Splitt with AgMarket.net joins the show today to give us his outlook for any price targets on potential rallies, chart action he is seeing and an overall discussion on volatility. Learn more at https://www.agmarket.net.
Row crop trade is fairly mixed on Tuesday after the latest round of crop progress numbers and the first corn condition numbers came out yesterday afternoon. Wheat is under some slight pressure and livestock trade is mixed. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to provide insight and analysis.
Soybeans had a bit of a technical breakdown it appears on Monday with heavy selling pressure and possible technical damage being done to the charts. Wheat was well off session highs by the close and corn found pressure as well. Plus, crude oil was down 2-3% and livestock was mixed to lower. We discuss the markets with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing on today's show. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Now that we've officially entered summer with the month of June's arrival, will we see a shit to a hot and dry weather pattern ahead for the U.S. growing season? Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss that potential and more. Learn more online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
We discuss new estimates out from StoneX Brazil, pressure in grain and oilseed trade and a mixed to lower day in livestock to start the month of June with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
As we rounded out the month of May, grain strength faded to mixed and lower action by Friday's close. The same happened in cattle futures as we saw a third day in a row of heavy losses in both live and feeder cattle futures. We discuss a tough week of trading to close the month and ponder where the markets go from here as DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing joins us for a conversation today. More at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Grains started higher but have since faded as we work through our final trading day of May. Now, all markets look to finish mixed to lower as we round out Friday's session. We discuss grains, livestock and the latest outside market news with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Another day to the downside on Thursday as broader "risk-off" trade, rain in the forecast for the Black Sea region, continued planting progress in the U.S. and much more all weighed on the trade for the second day in a row. Wheat led grains lower while cattle also had more moderate losses compared to Wednesday.
We discuss market sentiment, chart action and more as we near the end of May with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
It feels like a bit of deja vu on Thursday as markets continue to trade mostly lower amid a broader "risk-off" sentiment by traders. We discuss grain and outside market action with Ryan Moe from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Markets were lower across grains, livestock and outside markets pretty much across the board on Wednesday. It largely felt like a "risk off" trading day with some headwinds from the financial markets. Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss fundamentals, charts, markets and answer some viewer questions as well. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, Jamie Leifker, President at Truterra, joins the show to discuss the results of their 2023 carbon program and talk more about carbon capture and programs for farmers and ranchers. Learn more online at https://www.truterraag.com/Articles/Carbon-Equals-Cash-for-Farmers
Markets are pushing lower through midday on Wednesday as outside and financial markets seem to be weighing on grains and livestock. We discuss Wednesday's market action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We saw a mixed day of market trade on Tuesday with wheat hanging on to some support with corn firm and soybeans under heavy pressure. Feeder cattle found strong buying support that helped pull live cattle higher as well. We discuss market action out of the holiday weekend with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net. More at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, we saw more active weather and severe weather over Memorial Day weekend. What does the outlook have in store for this week ahead? We talk weather with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions today on the show. More online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
We see mixed action in grain trade on Tuesday with wheat continuing to rally on weather concerns while soy is under pressure. Mike Castle with StoneX joins us to discuss early week market action and touch on the fertilizer markets as well.
Note, markets are closed on Monday for Memorial Day and there will be no new program for Monday. Please enjoy your weekend and remember those veterans who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom this holiday weekend.
On Friday, we saw the grain markets largely supported with good gains in soybeans, soybean meal, KC wheat and Minneapolis wheat. Corn and Chicago wheat were largely firm around unchanged while livestock trade mixed to lower. We discuss the week in the markets and get some great insight from Bryan Irey with Crossroads Coop on today's show.
Grains were mixed to firm throughout Friday's session while we got more economic related data released and we saw livestock trade mixed on the session. Arlan Suderman with StoneX joins us to discuss Friday's trade action.
We saw a mixed day across the board on Thursday with corn firm, wheat finding more support and soybeans failing once again about $12.50 in July futures. Livestock trade was lower and volatility in the dairy market continues. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the trade. Learn more online by visiting https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we discuss new research from Concept AgriTek agronomist Rebekah Muench, that looks at GDU variability and if it's enough to make a difference in crop production. Learn more about her work at https://www.conceptagritek.com.
Grains are mixed on Thursday as soybeans continue to reject a move above $12.50 in front month July futures. Meantime, it's a mixed day in livestock trade as well. We discuss the markets and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, in our Midday Commentary.
It was a mixed day in the grain markets on Wednesday as soybeans found strength and continued resistance in July futures at the $12.50 mark. We discuss the wheat led rally on global weather concerns and if it can continue plus some great thoughts on the cattle market rally with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. More online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Grains are mixed around unchanged with soybeans showing the most enthusiasm on Wednesday along with moderate gains in both live and feeder cattle. We discuss the midweek market action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grains were largely mixed on Tuesday after a better than expected crop progress report. Wheat though, found some strength again, as weather concerns continue in Russia and Ukraine. Cattle futures has a solid day higher after a mixed start to the week. We discuss market action and risk management with Jacob Burks from AgMarket.net on today's show.
Also, in Segment Two, we get more updates on the Farm Bill ahead of the House markup set for this Thursday as we look at news headlines with Jesse Allen.
Grains are mixed after better than anticipated planting progress out on Monday afternoon from USDA. Wheat finding support again though from weather concerns overseas. We discuss grains, outside markets and livestock with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
The grain markets were sharply higher on Monday led by the wheat trade amid more weather concerns around the world. That strength spilled in corn and soybeans as well with more fund short covering on the day. We discuss taking advantage of the recent rallies, knowing your breakevens, inflation and much more with David Widmar from Agricultural Economic Insights. Learn more online at https://www.aei.ag.
The active weather pattern appears to continue as we get into this week and that means planting windows may be hard to come by for many folks across the country. Meantime, we still have weather concerns in South America and Russia that we need to get an update on. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us for our weekly conversation. More at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Wheat is leading grains sharply higher on Monday with more weather concern in Russia and the Black Sea leading the bullishness of the trade. Corn and soybeans also continue to see planting delays in the U.S. and more active weather ahead. We touch on grain and livestock trade with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
On Friday's session, we saw the soy complex maintain some decent strength to round out the week. All the grains though, once again, fell off overnight highs with corn and wheat finding pressure. Cattle futures had a strong day higher along with the soy complex on Friday.
In the first part of the show we discuss the week in the markets with Ted Seifried from Zaner Ag Hedge. Learn more online at https://www.zaner.com.
Then in Segment Three, it appears that the recent rally in corn and wheat might be over for a little while. We discuss taking advantage of rallies, price action in this week's trade, notes in the livestock market and much more with Jeff French from AgHedgers. Learn more online by visiting https://www.aghedgers.com.
The soy complex is doing its best to hold some strength at midday while corn and wheat are lower. Livestock trade is mixed on the session with cattle higher and hogs lower. We discuss market action heading to the weekend, the potential fund position on the CFTC report and more with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
We saw quite the mixed bag of trade on Thursday as the Dow Jones broke the 40,000 mark for the first time ever. Grains started higher overnight but fell off session highs as we got into daytime trade while the livestock futures were well supported on the day. We discuss markets with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Jesse also has a look at a ton of news headlines in Segment Two and much more on today's program.
The Dow Jones broke 40,000 for the first time ever on Thursday and that may have helped support the cattle and hog trade. Meanwhile, grains pulled back from overnight highs with the wheat crop leading to the downside. Arlan Suderman with StoneX joins us for our Midday Commentary to discuss.
Well what started out as another positive day across grain and livestock trade turned lower as the market rally couldn't seem to hold. We finished lower in grains and mixed in the livestock trade. Was farmer selling the main culprit? What about Wednesday's CPI data in the broader markets? We discuss fundamentals factors and more on today's show with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. More online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Markets are off their session highs on Wednesday's trade with grains and livestock mixed to lower. We discuss the pullback in the trade, this morning's CPI data and more with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
We saw wheat trade enter some overbought territory and pull back on Tuesday with Chicago and KC the downside leader in grains. New, expanded tariffs on Chinese goods by the Biden Administration also seemed to weigh on the grain markets somewhat along with CONAB raising their Brazilian soybean estimate about 1 million metric tons.
Meantime, the livestock trade saw a strong surge higher led by cattle on Tuesday and we got more hot inflation data out as well. Tyler Schau with AgMarket.net joins us to discuss the markets on today's show. Learn more at https://www.agmarket.net.
Grains are mixed at midday with market concerns over new inflation data, new tariffs on China by the Biden Administration and updated crop estimates from CONAB in Brazil. Livestock are seeing some strength at midday though. We discuss markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Wheat was the upside leader once again with strong gains in all three classes amid more weather concerns in Russia and around the world. Corn and soybeans were slightly higher as they followed the money flow in wheat while cattle and hogs largely fell apart late in the session. We discuss the early week market action today with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, could we continue to see tight planting windows across the U.S. through the next week or so? How are the conditions looking for the flooding in southern Brazil and dryness concerns in southern Russia? We discuss the latest weather outlooks with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions. Learn more online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Grains are the upside leaders to start the week while we also await more inflation data for the financial markets and economy. We discuss the markets at midday on Monday with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Today's episode comes right after the May WASDE reports. Join us for Mike Pearson's last day as our guest host to recap the report and more!
The May WASDE report is here from USDA. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX shares details and the reaction in the grain trade on Friday along with some livestock notes as Paul Bougie from American Ag Network sits in for Jesse today.
Join us for today's episode, one day ahead of the WASDE reports with Josh Linville, VP of Fertilizer with StoneX and Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing.
Join us for another episode of Market Talk with guest host, Mike Pearson. On today's episode we talk with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics, Darin Newsom from Barchart and Dr. Derrell Peel from Oklahoma State University.
Join us for market analysis going into planting season with Matt Bennett from AgMarket.net.
We have a busy segment today in our weekly weather update with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions.
Join us for a conversation with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing after an active market Monday. Today's show features host Mike Pearson.
It has been quite a week in the markets with plenty of volatility across grains, livestock and outside markets. Demand continues to be a key piece of the conversation along with headline news driving many markets, especially the cattle futures. We discuss all of those topics and get perspective on the recent market action with Chad Hart, professor and economist at Iowa State University to wrap up the week.
Plus, we recap Friday's market action and have more discussion and perspective surrounding the market volatility this week with Tommy Grisafi from Advance Trading Inc. and ATI Pro Media on today's show!
Chicago and KC wheat futures are leading the continued short covering rally in the grains on Friday while livestock markets are mixed. We also got jobs data out that was lower than analyst expectations on Friday morning. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss.
Soybeans and soybean meal led the grains trade mostly higher on Thursday with December corn also getting above some key moving averages and chart objectives. Cattle trade also rebounded sharply higher on positive news surrounding ground beef testing for bird flu and more. We discuss Thursday's trade with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also in Segment Two, we learn more about the new digital Fertilizer Recommendation Support Tool (FRST) that has been released nationwide. Jason Clark, assistant professor and South Dakota State University Extension Soil Fertility Specialist joins us to share more details. More online at https://soiltestfrst.org.
It's all systems go in soybeans and soybean meal on Thursday with strong moves higher with corn tagging along. Wheat is mixed on the session and cattle are rebounding sharply higher today. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us for market analysis in our Midday Commentary.
It was Fed Day on Wednesday as the Federal Reserve held benchmark interest rates steady and gave no indication of when they could start to cut rates. That news, coupled with more bird flu headlines impacting cattle and general volatility surrounding the start of a month led to a mixed trade on the day.
We discuss charts, the poor end of April for wheat, headline news and more on today's show with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also at the end of the show, we talk the importance of having a marketing plan with farmer and grain market analyst Paula Sonnabend from CLUTCH in Segment Four.
This conversation originally recorded on Wednesday, April 24th, 2024
Jesse Allen is joined by Jim Roemer from Best Weather Inc. to discuss the markets and some of the weather impacts. They discuss grains along with some of the volatile outside markets like cocoa and coffee. Learn more online at https://www.bestweatherinc.com.
It was a "risk-off" day across grains, livestock, energies, metals and stocks on the day Tuesday as we wrapped up the month of April. We discuss the need to have your orders working, chart action and more with Brian Splitt from AgMarket.net on today's show. More at https://www.agmarket.net.
We saw a mixed day in the markets on Monday with soybeans and meal trying to find some strength, profit taking in Chicago wheat and corn stuck in between again. First notice day is on Tuesday, it's Fed week and much more. John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing stops by to give us perspective on the markets. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins in our Weekly Weather Update to recap the devastating tornadoes we saw in parts of the Plains and Midwest over the weekend. We also discuss the rain that has come from these storms and the active pattern that remains moving forward. Learn more online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Markets are mixed at midday with Chicago wheat down sharply while KC and Minneapolis wheat is quietly mixed. We discuss grains, livestock and Fed week on Wall Street with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
We saw the wheat markets continue their upward trend on Friday with corn and soybeans slightly lower and all grains off session highs by the close. Did May options expiration play a role in the late session fade? Should you be looking out to deferred contracts to make some forward sales? Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth with Van Ahn & Company believes so and she joins us to talk about that and more on the show. Find more at https://www.vanahnco.com.
Also, we discuss the "Power of the Shovel" and why it's important for early season scouting and crop establishment with AgriGold agronomist in southern Indiana, Steven Heightchew. Learn more online at https://www.agrigold.com.
Wheat continued to quietly rally on Friday with corn and soybeans mixed to lower. We got PCE inflation data out on Friday along with cattle higher and hogs lower. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us to discuss in our Midday Commentary for Friday, April 26th.
Wheat continues to see more short covering with corn and soybeans quiet on the day. Stocks were under heavy pressure and cattle rallied back on Thursday after the HPAI related selloff yesterday. We discuss market action and talk with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We talk market action this week and thoughts on marketing grain a low price environment with Craig Turner from StoneX on this episode of Market Talk. Sign up for their upcoming webinar on the topic as well by going to https://grainsandoilseeds.com.
Wheat is trying to push higher again on Thursday with the soy complex finding some selling pressure. Mixed to lower in livestock and we are seeing heavy stock market pressure today. We discuss with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
We saw wheat lead to the upside once again on Wednesday with KC wheat taking the pole position. Meantime, the news cycle may be affecting the cattle markets again with more HPAI news at midweek. Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins the show to discuss all of that and more at midweek. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
The wheat markets continue to weather related short covering by the funds with KC wheat the leader on Wednesday. Corn and soybeans are largely two-sided around unchanged with a slightly lower day in livestock. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX joins us to discuss.
Wheat continued its upside leadership in the ag sector on Tuesday with double digit gains across Chicago, KC and Minneapolis wheat on the day. That helped to pull corn and soybeans a bit higher as well but gains were a bit limited there. Lean hogs also had strong day higher. We discuss this early week strength and overall trade fundamentals with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net on today's program. Learn more at https://www.agmarket.net.
Grains remain quietly higher as wheat remains the leader on Tuesday while we see mixed action in livestock with the hog market challenging recent highs. Arlan Suderman with StoneX joins us to discuss in our Midday Commentary.
It was a solid day higher across grain and livestock trade on Monday. We haven't seen many days like this in recent memory so it was a positive start to the trading week. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the wheat led rally on Monday and his perspective on whether or not it's a short lived rally we are looking at? Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us for our weekly weather conversation to discuss weekend frost, dryness concerns in the Plains wheat crop and the outlook for spring planting windows through the end of April and into May. Learn more at https://www.ag-wx.com.
It's mostly green on the screen across the board on Monday with wheat and cattle leading the charge. We discuss the overall positive day in the markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, in our Midday Commentary.
As we wrapped up the week on Friday, grain markets found some green on the screen led by soybeans and Chicago wheat. We saw overnight escalation between Israel and Iran, EPA announced the summertime E-15 waiver on Friday and livestock trade was mixed with hogs finding strength while cattle were mixed ahead of the latest Cattle on Feed Report.
First up on today's show, we talk headline risk in the markets and get some interesting clarity on USDA's thinking when it comes to getting rid of certain NASS reports and the big differences between USDA and Conab. Ted Seifried from Zaner Ag Hedge joins us to discuss all of that and more.
In Segment Three, we discuss the market headlines and overall demand picture in the grain markets. Joe Lardy, research analyst with CHS, joins the show for the first time to discuss. Then Jesse wraps the show in Segment Four with a look at the April Cattle on Feed Report and more.
Grain markets found some decent support on Friday with plenty of geopolitical risk, news on summertime E-15 and more. We discuss the market moves heading to the weekend with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Markets were mixed on Thursday with pressure once again the soy complex that might be something to be concerned with. We discuss overall market fundamentals and technical outlooks with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing on today's show. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, Cattlemen's Beef Board member Ryan Moorhouse joins us for an update on the wildlife recovery efforts in his home state of Texas. Learn more about CBB at https://www.beefboard.org.
Markets are mixed with the soy complex under pressure. We discuss grains, livestock and stock market headlines with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
We saw crude oil and wheat under pressure on Wednesday with mixed action elsewhere in grain and livestock trade. There are plenty of concerning fundamentals to take a look at though in these markets at mid-month. Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss what he is seeing and provide perspective. Learn more online by visiting his website at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, in Segment One we hear our Midday Commentary conversation with Mike Castle from StoneX on Wednesday.
Overall, the markets were quiet on Tuesday with corn and wheat firm while cattle saw good follow through support from Monday's gains. It was the soy complex that took a slight hit on the session with one month plus lows in soybeans and soybean oil. We talk markets and get perspective from Jacob Burks with AgMarket.net on today's program.
Also, it has been one year since FBN rolled out their A.I. advisor, Norm. We learn what it has been like since the debut of Norm and what the use of A.I. in agriculture looks like now and in the future. Kit Barron with FBN joins us to discuss. Learn more or test out Norm at https://www.fbn.com/norm.
Markets are pretty quiet on Tuesday with pressure in soybeans and follow through strength in cattle. We discuss the trade action with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Grain markets were mostly in the red on Monday while cattle had a solid rebound to start the week. Where do the geopolitical risks of an Israel/Iran conflict play into the market trade? What's the latest on the fund position in the grain markets? How much should you pay attention to the markets during spring planting? We discuss with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
It is looking like an active week of weather ahead across much of the U.S. with severe weather potential to start and frost potential to wrap up the week. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss in this week's weather outlook video. Learn more at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Grains are mostly lower and cattle higher as we watch various headlines drive certain moves in the markets. We discuss the latest market action and some of the headline volatility with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Markets were a rollercoaster on Friday with grains mostly firm to higher, livestock and the stock market under heavy pressure, gold all over the place, crude oil and the U.S. dollar higher and much more. We wrap the week in the trade and discuss the markets, the debate over USDA and CONAB estimates and more with Kent Beadle from Paradigm Futures. Learn more by visiting them online at https://www.paradigmfutures.net.
Also, we discuss spring planting and get some tips and reminders as farmers start to enter the fields across a wide area of the country. DEKALB Asgrow Technical Agronomist Lance Tarochione in Illinois joins the show for a conversation.
Grains are mostly higher on Friday while outside markets continue to show strength in the U.S. dollar, gold, cocoa, coffee and crude oil while there's pressure in the stock market. We discuss with Ryan Moe from StoneX.
The April WASDE Report from USDA was out on Thursday and it seemed largely uneventful as there were not many talking points. The biggest was probably the lack of USDA cuts to South American crop numbers despite other agencies making large cuts. We discuss the report and talk about managing risk with Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Plus, we discuss a new CoBank report that examines the risks and potential of overbuild in the soybean crush arena as we continue to see rapid expansion and growth in that segment of agriculture. Tanner Ehmke, Lead Grains and Oilseeds Economist at CoBank, joins us to discuss the report. Learn more online by visiting: https://rb.gy/lyc2z5
A fairly uneventful April WASDE report out on Thursday from USDA. We discuss the numbers and a few things of note with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
KC wheat found some great strength on Wednesday while new consumer price index data, hotter than expected, weighed heavily on outside markets. That in turn, weighed on livestock trade and the rest of the grain complex. We discuss all of that and more on the show with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. More at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, we discuss soybean cyst nematode (SCN) pressures and some tips for farmers to keep in mind as we start spring planting. Troy Bauer, BASF Senior Field Technical Representative, Seed Treatments, joins the show to discuss SCN and their new website https://SCNFields.com that has more information for farmers to manage SCN in their fields.
Cattle futures found solid follow through support on Tuesday as the markets are recovering from last week's selloff. Meantime, grain trade was quietly lower on the day with little in the way of fresh news. We discuss risk management ideas for both grains and livestock with Tyler Schau from AgMarket.net on today's show. Learn more online by visiting them at https://www.agmarket.net.
Grains are mostly mixed to weaker in quiet action on Tuesday while we also get an update on the fertilizer markets again today with Mike Castle from StoneX.
Markets largely were quiet on the day Monday as we saw plenty of two-sided trade in grains with KC and Minneapolis wheat the upside leaders and pressure in bean oil. Cattle futures saw a nice rebound with strength in boxed beef prices on Monday. We discuss the market action to start the week with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions also joins the show to give us a rundown of the weather outlook for the week ahead. Will we still see some good windows for spring planting across the Corn Belt? How do the new long range models look for summer? And oh yeah......there's a solar eclipse happening today. More details at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Markets largely were quiet on the day Monday as we saw plenty of two-sided trade in grains with KC and Minneapolis wheat the upside leaders and pressure in bean oil. Cattle futures saw a nice rebound with strength in boxed beef prices on Monday. We discuss the market action to start the week with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions also joins the show to give us a rundown of the weather outlook for the week ahead. Will we still see some good windows for spring planting across the Corn Belt? How do the new long range models look for summer? And oh yeah......there's a solar eclipse happening today. More details at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Cattle collapsed AGAIN on Friday while gold soared higher. Wheat had a decent rally on the day while corn and soybeans saw mostly mixed trade. Tommy Grisafi with Advance Trading and ATI Pro Media joins the show to give us his perspective on everything happening in the markets to start the month of April. Learn more online at https://www.advance-trading.com.
Also, we listen back to a conversation Jesse had with Dennis Smith of Archer Financial Services on the Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024 episode of Agriculture of America (AOA) about the volatility in the livestock trade this week. They discuss cattle/bird fly, the strength in the hog market and much more.
Wheat has continued to rally on Friday while gold continues to soar higher. We discuss the end of the week market trade action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We saw a fairly quiet day overall in grain and livestock trade on Thursday as Minneapolis wheat continued to reverse off Wednesday's lows and consolidate at the top end of the range while corn was quiet and cattle rebounded some on the day. Are the markets finally stabilizing after a week full of volatility? We discuss with Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we learn more about the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency registering Tolvera™ herbicide for effective broadleaf and grass weed control in spring and winter wheat, durum and barley. Drew Clark, Corteva Agriscience Cereal Herbicide Product Manager, joins us to share details in Segment Two. Learn more online as well at https://Corteva.us/Tolvera.
Markets largely feel like they are drifting in grains on Thursday with a slight recovery in livestock. We get some perspectives from Arlan Suderman with StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
More states are announcing cases of HPAI in dairy herds as the outbreak continues and the markets continue to watch very cautiously. We get thoughts, perspective and market insights on the cattle situation PLUS a look at a wheat led grain rally on Wednesday. Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins the show today to discuss. Learn more online by visiting his website at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also in Segment One, we share our Midday Commentary from Wednesday with Mike Castle of StoneX who shares some thoughts on the fertilizer and energy markets at midweek.
Matt Bennett from AgMarket.net joins Jesse Allen on today's show to discuss the tough grain markets to start the month of April including thoughts on the USDA acreage numbers and why corn's outlook is not that bullish. They also discuss the impact of bird flu on the cattle market and even throw in a little March Madness basketball to start. Learn more online by visiting https://www.agmarket.net.
Grains are mixed and crude oil is flirting with $85 a barrel on Tuesday. We discuss what is moving these markets with Mike Castle from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
On Monday, grains were mostly lower to start the month of April with KC and Minneapolis wheat our downside leaders. Meantime, both live and feeder cattle took a sharp turn downward late in the session to close with heavy losses. What exactly happened there? We discuss all that and more with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online as well at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
There is potential for a widespread severe weather outbreak and heavy rain for parts of the U.S. early this week. We discuss that and some of the mid-range outlooks for April and planting season with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions in our Weekly Weather Update video. Learn more at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Markets finding some mixed pressure to start the month of April on Monday. We discuss the trade action at midday with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Markets are closed on Good Friday, but that doesn't mean we can't discuss the USDA report fallout from Thursday! One of the big questions is, will 90 million acres of corn actually hold true in 2024? We discuss the grain stocks, planting intentions, bird flu in cattle, risk management strategy and more in our USDA Roundtable program.
DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing and Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth from Van Ahn & Company sit down with Jesse Allen to recap the reports and share their thoughts with producers.
Find them at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com and https://www.vanahnco.com.
On Thursday, we ended the month and quarter with USDA releasing the Prospective Plantings and Quarterly Grain Stocks reports. Those reports showed a few surprises including corn acres down to 90 million and corn stocks some 80 million below the pre-report average estimates. We are going to breakdown the numbers and talk through things on today's program. Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing and Ted Seifried from Zaner Ag Hedge both join us to give their thoughts on the reports and the market action that came as a result with corn higher, soybeans mixed and more.
Learn more about their respective companies at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com and https://www.zaner.com.
USDA says less corn acres than expected on the latest Prospective Plantings report with soybeans and wheat pretty much in line with expectations. We discuss the numbers and the market reaction with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Link to the report numbers here: https://americanagnetwork.com/2024/03/upcoming-usda-releases-grain-stocks-and-prospective-plantings-reports/
Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins us on today's program to discuss the market action near the end of the month. We look at monthly charts for corn, soybeans, wheat and correlations between the commodities and what is wrong with the overall picture. Learn more online by visiting https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Markets are quiet and mixed on Wednesday ahead of the end of the month, end of the quarter and a ton of data on the way from USDA plus the PCE inflation index on Friday. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grains were under pressure on Tuesday while cattle were under heavy pressure on the session. We discuss managing your risk heading into Thursday's big USDA reports and some of the headlines news impacting the trade with Jacob Burks from AgMarket.net. Learn more online by visiting their website at https://www.agmarket.net.
We also learn more about Steward, an online lending platform for farms, fisheries, ranches, and food producers, is a pioneering force of more than $30 million in funding behind several producer-driven agricultural infrastructure projects aimed at revolutionizing the way agricultural goods are produced, processed, and marketed. Dan Miller, founder of Steward, joins us to share more and have a conversation.
The soy complex had a solid day on Monday to start what is going to be a busy week in the trade with the USDA reports out on Thursday. We discuss some risk management thoughts ahead of Thursday and look at the livestock and dairy trade with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Over the past few days and into this week, much of the Midwest and Plains has seen everything from snow and high winds to heavy rain. How will this help overall soil moisture ahead of spring planting? Also, is there more to come in the forecast ahead of Easter weekend? Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss. More at https://www.ag-wx.com.
It's a mostly positive day in grains as we gear up for the big USDA reports on Thursday. But we also need to think about the end of the month and end of the quarter positioning that can happen in the markets this week. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss.
The soy complex came under heavy selling pressure on Friday as we saw a reversal lower after what was a solid week of trade. Corn was quiet, wheat was slightly higher and livestock were mixed. Mike Minor with Professional Ag Marketing joins us on today's show to provide market thoughts and discussions around both old and new crop marketing this spring. Learn more online by visiting https://www.professionalagmarketing.com.
Also, Barry Benson, VP of Agribusiness Banking at FNBO joins the show to provide thoughts on the overall state of the ag economy, ag lending, fraud/data protection for farmers and ranchers and much more.
Markets were largely quiet on Thursday in commodities and livestock as the stock market continues to explode to new record highs. We discuss the action in grains, livestock and outside markets on the show today with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Plus, three industry veterans have come together to form a new start-up advisory and brokerage firm that leverages A.I. to give clients a probabilistic edge. One of the founders is Dr. Kevin McNew and he joins Jesse Allen for a conversation around using A.I. to market commodities and more. You can learn more online at https://www.quantum-hedging.com.
Stocks continue to soar to all-time highs on Thursday while commodities and livestock are largely quiet in two-sided trade action. We discuss market sentiment and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We saw soybeans soar on Wednesday while wheat and corn were quietly mixed to lower and so was the livestock trade. Plus, what did the Federal Reserve have to say about interest rates and inflation? We discuss all that and more with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics on today's program. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, it is looking like it could get cold and snowy across the Northern Plains and Upper Midwest the next few days. We discuss some tips to take care of your livestock with a big weather swing as NDSU and University of Minnesota Extension Sheep Specialist Travis Hoffman joins the show in Segment Two.
The soy complex is finding strength this time while wheat is under pressure and corn doesn't know which way to go. We discuss grains, livestock and thoughts on the Federal Reserve with Arlan Suderman of StoneX on our Wednesday Midday Commentary.
Overall, it was another quiet market day on Tuesday as wheat found some more support while corn and beans saw two sided trade action. Brian Splitt with AgMarket.net joins us for some technical analysis of these markets as we start to mark time ahead of the USDA reports at the end of the month. Learn more at https://www.agmarket.net.
Cargill has launched Cargill Elevate™, a comprehensive suite of solutions to help farmers across the state make smart, informed decisions with confidence. We learn more about the platform with Jenna Severs from Cargill and also get her take on some of the current grain market action as we close in on the end of the month USDA reports. Learn more about Cargill Elevate™ online at https://www.cargillag.com/elevate-your-grain-marketing
It is another fairly quiet market day overall on Tuesday with some strength in wheat and crude oil to discuss. Arlan Suderman with StoneX joins us for our Midday Commentary.
Wheat and cattle had a solid day to the upside while soybeans pushed lower and corn was caught in the middle. We discuss a fairly quiet day in the markets with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Spring fever has largely taken hold of much of the country BUT we could see a big shift back to winter later this week? We discuss snow in the forecast and more with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions. Learn more online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
It is a mixed tone in the markets at midday on Monday with wheat starting to move back higher after overnight strength while soybeans are somewhat lower and corn is stuck in between. Cattle futures are having a solid start to the week and the Fed is on the mind of traders as well this week. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX in our Midday Commentary!
On today's Market Talk, we sit down for a wide ranging conversation with economist David Widmar from Agricultural Economic Insights. David and Jesse Allen discuss the current market sentiment in grain and livestock trade, the economy/inflation, the focus on Chinese demand, crop insurance levels and more as we enter spring planting season. You can find more info and learn more at https://www.aei.ag.
Commodity markets are mostly mixed in quiet trade on this Friday while crude oil continues above $80-81 a barrel near the end of the week. Mark Lucas with StoneX joins us to discuss the markets as we near the weekend.
After starting sharply higher, the soy complex fell backwards to finish near unchanged on Thursday while we saw more pressure in wheat and corn. Export sales weren't bad but China cancelling more wheat purchase, this time from Australia, continues to impact the market sentiment overall. We discuss that, hot PPI numbers out on Thursday and more with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Find more online by visiting them at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We also get an update on the South American crop situation and some of the latest estimates from Dr. Michael Cordonnier of Soybeans and Corn Advisor on today's show as well. Learn more at https://www.soybeansandcorn.com.
It has been a rollercoaster in the soy complex today with midday trade now mixed to lower. We also see pressure in wheat once again and hotter than expected PPI data out Thursday morning. Mike Castle with StoneX joins us to discuss in our Midday Commentary today.
We saw a mostly mixed day in the markets on Wednesday as row crops finished near unchanged and wheat found some pressure. On today's program, Mike Zuzolo stops by to discuss some things he is watching in China, weather in South America and more as key market indicators in this week's trade. Learn more online by visiting https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
We saw a positive day in the soy complex on Tuesday along with solid money flow into cattle and hogs. Corn and wheat finished near unchanged on the session but overall these markets seemed to have a more positive tone on Tuesday. We discuss market action with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net on today's show. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins the show today for our Weekly Weather Update. He shares the outlook for precip later this week across the U.S. and some new long range models giving us a glimpse at what summer could look like. Learn more online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Markets are mostly "risk-on" today with soybeans and soybean oil leading the grain trade while livestock are finding some positive money flow as well. We discuss the trade action today with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
On Monday's program, we take a look at what was mostly a quiet trading day with wheat rallying despite more SRW cancellations by China. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins the show to share thoughts and perspective on the grain and livestock markets. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, in Segment Two, we discuss managing wellness and mitigating BRD in our cattle herds with Dr. Ron Tessman from Elanco Animal Health. More at https://www.elanco.com/en-us.
Wheat markets are starting to rally, despite another SRW wheat sale cancellation by China on Monday morning. Beyond that there seems to be little fresh news in the markets to start the week. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, in our Midday Commentary.
On Friday, we saw a fairly uneventful March WASDE Report from USDA and a grain market that largely rallied into the weekend. We posted a key reversal in SRW wheat, had a strong day in soybeans and found some positive numbers in corn. Cattle though had a down day on Friday to end the week.
We discuss the WASDE, market action and more with DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing LLC. Learn more online by visiting https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
USDA made only a small revision lower to its Brazil soybean production estimate while many of the other numbers in the latest WASDE Report were as expected. We recap the report and get thoughts/perspective from Arlan Suderman with StoneX.
We saw the grain and oilseed markets rally with some short covering strength on Thursday as May corn, soybean oil and Minneapolis wheat broke above the 20 day moving averages. Chicago wheat was a bit weaker after a Chinese cancellation of SRW was announced on Thursday morning. Livestock trade was mixed on the session to slightly higher.
Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us in Segments 3 and 4 to recap the trade and discuss the grains ahead of Friday's WASDE Report along with a look at livestock and dairy. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We also feature a conversation from the Thursday morning episode of Agriculture of America (AOA) with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, from their Ag & Dairy Outlook conference as we discussed the commodity markets, outside markets and more. More at https://www.stonex.com.
We set new lows in the wheat complex on Wednesday as cheap world values continue to weigh on the market. Corn and soybeans were quiet as traders await Friday's WASDE Report from USDA. We dive in to these markets and discuss some interesting correlations between various markets and charts with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics on today's show. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Wheat is the downside leader on Wednesday as world values continue to fall while traders are also watching testimony from Fed Chair Jerome Powell today. We discuss what is moving in the markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
We saw Chicago and KC wheat lead a mostly "risk-off" trading day in the markets on Tuesday as corn and soybeans also were slightly lower. Tyler Schau with AgMarket.net joins us to discuss market sentiment and what he thinks of the spring U.S. acreage battle potentially already heating up in areas like the Northern Plains. Find more information on their team and reach out online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also on today's show, Kelly Garrett is a 6th generation farmer who runs a 7,000 acre no-tillage operation growing corn, soybeans and winter wheat in western Iowa (Arion) with his sons. His focus on soil health, yield stability and innovation has led to multiple honors from the National Corn Growers Association, including top yield honors in no-till irrigated. In 2020, Kelly became the first farmer in the nation to sell carbon credits and has been participating in Truterra’s carbon program for 3 years. Jesse Allen talks with Kelly to learn more about his story, his relationship with Truterra and more during the 2024 Commodity Classic. Find more details on Truterra as well at https://www.truterraag.com.
Mostly lower action being seen across commodities, livestock and stocks on Tuesday. We discuss the "risk-off" type of trade we are getting and get market perspectives from Arlan Suderman with StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
Kelly Garrett is a 6th generation farmer who runs a 7,000 acre no-tillage operation growing corn, soybeans and winter wheat in western Iowa (Arion) with his sons. His focus on soil health, yield stability and innovation has led to multiple honors from the National Corn Growers Association, including top yield honors in no-till irrigated. In 2020, Kelly became the first farmer in the nation to sell carbon credits and has been participating in Truterra’s carbon program for 3 years.
Jesse Allen talks with Kelly to learn more about his story, his relationship with Truterra and more during the 2024 Commodity Classic. Find more details on Truterra as well at https://www.truterraag.com.
On Monday, we saw the grain markets start the week with some positivity as most contracts traded in the green with KC Wheat futures leading the way. Meantime, livestock trade took a more cautious and lower tone to start the week as we consolidated at the top of the recent range. We discuss market action with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We also get a March outlook on weather and discuss how the warmer temps have led to warm soils and the potential to get some decent subsoil moisture in the ground from any upcoming storm systems. We talk with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions for our weekly weather update. More online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
Grain and oilseed markets are finding some decent money flow and green on the screen as we start the week. It's the opposite in livestock trade while we are also watching energy markets and the jobs market this week. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
On today's show, we discuss the potential for sustainable aviation fuel and corn as a feedstock for SAF with the National Corn Growers Association. We discuss with Sarah McKay and Krista Swanson from NCGA during Commodity Classic in Houston, TX.
Also, we are joined for market analysis and commentary with Ted Seifried from Zaner Ag Hedge during Segment Three of Friday's program in Houston.
During the 2024 Commodity Classic in Houston, TX, we sat down for a roundtable discussion about trade and collaboration between multiple agriculture industry partners including the National Corn Growers Association, US Grains Council, USA Poultry and Egg Export Council and US Meat Export Federation.
Joining Market Talk host Jesse Allen for the discussion on our panel:
Chad Epler- Vice Chairman of NCGA’s Market Development Action Team; Mary Alice Cain- Director of Member Relations for USAPEEC; Ellen Zimmerman- Director of Industry Relations for USGC; Dean Meyer- Immediate Past Chair for USMEF
Also, we saw another day higher in the corn market on Thursday, but many of these markets still feel like they are in the dumps. We get great perspective and thoughts from someone with trading experience. Tommy Grisafi with Advance Trading Inc. and ATI Pro Media joins us as we broadcast live from Commodity Classic with the National Corn Growers Association.
We saw row crops find a little more strength on the day Wednesday while profit takers seemed to hit the wheat and cattle markets. How long can we sustain a rally in grains? Have we already run out of steam? We discuss market dynamics and get analysis from Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online by visiting hit website at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, while at Commodity Classic, we caught up with the newly elected chair of the U.S. Soybean Export Council Lance Rezac. We discuss new markets for U.S. soybeans, China, Brazil and more during our conversation.
Corn and soybeans couldn't fully hold the rally and follow through on Tuesday while wheat continued to trade moderately higher throughout the session. We discuss the markets and get perspective today with Jacob Burks from AgMarket.net on location at Commodity Classic in Houston, TX.
Grains have rallied to start the week but it appears we are losing steam in corn and soybeans as we work through Tuesday's session. We discuss that and look at both outside markets and livestock trade with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
On Monday, we watched the markets to see if they could find any sort of rally off the current lows. Funds continue to be record or near-record short in many of the grain markets and cattle had to react to a slightly higher than expected Cattle on Feed Report from Friday. Grains did their best to rally on Monday with a mixed day in livestock. We discuss and look at market action with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us for our weekly weather update and highlights multiple waves of weather set to move through the U.S. this week and into early March. He talks about the potential for rain, snow, severe weather and large temperature swings in parts of the country with these different weather systems. You can learn more and find the latest weather forecasts at https://www.ag-wx.com.
As we wrapped up another bearish week of grain trade we saw the spot March corn contract put a $3 handle on the board Friday and it finished the session with one. We get perspective on the market action, what it might take to pull these markets back higher and more with Jim Emter from Van Ahn & Company on today's show. Learn more at https://www.vanahnco.com.
Plus, the Cattle on Feed report is out and some of the numbers were a little bit off the pre-report expectations. We discuss what it could mean and get some thoughts on the grain markets with Matthew Bresnahan from Blue Line Futures. Learn more online at https://www.bluelinefutures.com.
And in Segment One, we hear comments on the market action on Friday with Ryan Moe from StoneX. He joined us for our Midday Commentary on Friday. Plus, we have more reaction to this week's EPA decision on E-15 gasoline in news headlines.
We saw more new contract lows in spot corn, lows in soybeans, a mixed day in livestock and more on Thursday. What should farmers be doing or thinking about in this window; especially as some basis contracts require making a decision soon? We discuss with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we talk about a new partnership between the Swine Health Information Center and the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) to fund a $1 million research program to enhance US prevention, preparedness, and response capabilities for Japanese encephalitis virus. Dr. Lisa Becton, Associate Director for SHIC, joins us to discuss.
We see more new contract lows being set in corn and soybeans on Thursday with wheat trying to find some support. We discuss grains, livestock and outside markets with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
We saw the grain markets mostly lower with livestock mixed on Wednesday's trade. Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics joins us on the show to give perspective and technical analysis of what exactly is going on in these markets including some interest relationships between copper and SRW wheat, soybeans and hogs and feeder cattle with corn. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, we kick off the show discussing how lessons learned during the 2023 growing season can help make decision for 2024. We get an agronomic update with Brian Weihmeir, LG Seeds Agronomist in Central Illinois. More at https://www.lgseeds.com.
Grains finding pressure on Wednesday, giving back much of the gains we saw to start the week on Tuesday. We discuss the market action with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
Wheat was the leader in the grain markets on Tuesday as we saw some short covering happen after a three day weekend. However, is this the start of a larger trend or a dead cat bounce? We get some fantastic perspective and thoughts to consider on today's show as we sit down with Matt Bennett from AgMarket.net. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, we discuss Grain Bin Safety Week and tips to stay safe with Jana Davidson from the Progressive Agriculture Foundation. Learn more at https://www.progressiveag.org.
Wheat is the upside leader in the markets at midday on Tuesday as we try to find some strength and maybe a bit of short covering across the grain sector after the three day weekend. We discuss with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
On Friday, we saw soybeans and meal have a solid day to end the week but corn and wheat found more selling and contract lows. Cattle had a strong end of the week as well in what has otherwise been a tough one across the board all week long. We get discuss and get perspective with DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing. Learn more at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Also, we share recaps from the National Farm Machinery Show and learn about Trimble Agriculture along with new products from Case IH and AGCO on today's show.
On Thursday, we spent time at the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, KY with the folks at Geringhoff! We learned more about their Adaptive Flex Technology that makes the world's most flexible corn head, their TruFlex Razor draper head and more. Geringhoff President Bill Dickhut joins us for Segments 1 and 2 of the show and Director of Sales, Craig Lee, joins us during Segment Four. Learn more online by visiting their website at https://www.geringhoff.com.
In between in Segment Three, we talk markets and another down day in grains on Thursday with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
It was a sea of red on Valentine's Day 2024 as grains and cattle were under pressure on Wednesday. We set some new contract lows in corn and wheat and had levels we haven't seen in soybeans in quite some time. We discuss the market sentiment, USDA Outlook Numbers ahead and more with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Wheat is the downside leader as it appears the grains and cattle are taking the spirit of Valentine's Day to heart and showing us a sea of red on the board. We discuss the ongoing commodity deflation mindset and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Markets were largely quiet during Tuesday's mid-session in grains and livestock. We look at the latest CPI data and talk commodity deflation with Arlan Suderman from StoneX in our Midday Commentary today.
It was another largely quiet day in the markets on Tuesday with grains and livestock lacking a fresh story to trade. We discuss the CPI data that impacted the outside markets and overall thoughts on managing your risk and knowing your breakevens on today's show with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net. Learn more online by visiting https://www.agmarket.net.
Markets were largely quiet on the day Monday with decent strength in soybeans and soybean meal to start the week. We also saw feeder cattle start the week to the upside. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the market action. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien joins us for a look at the weather this week ahead in both North and South America. Learn more online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
A very quiet start to the week in the markets with decent strength in soybeans, soybean meal and feeder cattle. We discuss the market action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX for our Monday Midday Commentary.
Markets ended the week on a quiet, mixed note with some strength in Chicago SRW wheat futures while corn and soybeans pushed moderately lower. We discuss charts, fundamental indicators and more across grain and livestock trade to wrap up the week with Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth with Van Ahn & Company. Learn more at https://www.vanahnco.com.
We saw a mostly neutral to bearish WASDE report from USDA on Thursday with minimal changes to South American production. Meantime, CONAB came out early Thursday with a sub 150 MMT soybean estimate for Brazil that surprised the trade. We get perspective and analysis of a mostly mixed market day on Thursday in Segment Three and Four with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, USDA on Thursday had U.S. ending stocks for corn, soybeans and wheat all move higher. We get more analysis and discuss the report with Tyler Schau from AgMarket.net, who joins us in Segment Two. More at https://www.agmarket.net.
Plus, in case you missed our Midday Commentary and analysis with Arlan Suderman of StoneX, we share that in Segment One to start the show with his take on the February WASDE report.
USDA made only small cuts to Brazil soybean and corn production on the February World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report while also cutting U.S. soybean exports and we saw U.S. ending stocks for corn, soybeans and wheat move higher. We recap the WASDE report and get market analysis from Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
On today's show, we discuss the bearishness in the grain markets overall including influences from the Chinese economy, South American weather and more. We also get a lesson on the Goldman Roll from Kent Beadle with Paradigm Futures. Learn more online at https://www.paradigmfutures.net.
Tuesday's show is a bit of a hybrid program as we feature to conversations from this week's AgMarket.net Conference in Nashville and two conversations live from the Northern Corn and Soy Expo in Fargo, ND on Tuesday.
In Segment One, we talk trade and more with Cary Sifferath who is the Vice President of the U.S. Grains Council. Next up in Segment Two, we head back to Nashville for a market conversation with Brian Burke, President of John Stewart & Associates. In Segment Three, we talk livestock and dairy markets with Robin Schmahl from AgMarket.net and AgDairy. Then we wrap up the show back in Fargo with Rob Rose from the North Dakota Soybean Council.
Markets are quiet and mixed at midday on Tuesday. We discuss market action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Grains were quietly mixed to higher on Wednesday as wheat saw a bit of a short covering rally to lead the way. Livestock trade was lower though led to the downside by cattle. We discuss the fundamentals in the trade post WASDE Report and more with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Today's program is brought to you in part by Growmark/FS; learn more online at https://www.fssystem.com.
On Tuesday, USDA made some updates to yield, harvested area and acres, demand and more on the September WASDE Report. We discuss the report, its impact on the trade and more today with Jacob Burks from AgMarket.net.
Also, we are broadcasting live from the Moving Iron LLC Summit in Nashville, TN today and we have an ag equipment market conversation with Tyler Lowy from Tractor Zoom.
Today's program is brought to you in part by Growmark/FS; learn more online at https://www.fssystem.com.
USDA cut corn and soybean yields, but not as much as expected along with some other changes to harvested acres and more. We break down the numbers and get analysis with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
Markets were mostly quiet again on Monday as traders are gearing up for the September WASDE Report out on Tuesday morning at 11am CST. We discuss pre-report thoughts in the trade and more today with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
How is weather across the Corn Belt shaping up for harvest season? Is there any early frost potential to be concerned with? How about the latest on Mississippi River water levels? We discuss what is going on in the U.S. and around the world with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions on this week's weather update.
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Today's program is brought to you in part by Growmark/FS; learn more online at https://www.fssystem.com.
Grains, oilseeds and livestock were all relatively quiet on Friday as there was not a whole lot of action ahead of the weekend. We dive into a technical discussion and discuss the markets prepping for next week's September WASDE Report on today's program. Jim Emter with Van Ahn and Company joins us to discuss. Learn more online at https://www.vanahnco.com.
Today's program is brought to you in part by Growmark/FS; learn more online at https://www.fssystem.com.
Markets are very quiet on Friday as traders seemingly gearing up for next week's September WASDE Report on Tuesday. We discuss grains and livestock heading into the weekend with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
On Thursday, we saw soybeans and wheat trade their way a bit lower with a lack of news headlines in the trade outside of a higher U.S. dollar. Corn was able to hold near unchanged in quiet trade. Cattle, hogs and dairy all had strong days higher. We talk markets on today's program with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, in Segment Two we listen to a conversation Jesse Allen had with American Soybean Association President Daryl Cates at the 2023 Farm Progress Show in Decatur, IL. Learn more online at https://www.soygrowers.com.
Today's program is brought to you in part by Growmark/FS; learn more online at https://www.fssystem.com.
Grains are pushing a bit lower on Thursday while livestock are having a solid day overall despite slow cash trade. We discuss the market action and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Wheat and soybeans led the trade action on Wednesday in spite of a "risk-off" tone in the outside markets. Have U.S. wheat prices found a bottom? Are funds short covering ahead of the September WASDE Report? Also, how concerned should the trade be with Iowa and Illinois crop conditions heading into harvest? We discuss all this and more today with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online by visiting https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Today's program is brought to you in part by Growmark/FS; learn more online at https://www.fssystem.com.
Grains and cattle are holding up well despite outside market pressures on Wednesday. What is driving the buying despite a "risk-off" day in the stock market? We discuss that and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grain and livestock markets didn't do a whole lot on Tuesday as we quietly moved out of the Labor Day holiday weekend. Are traders already gearing up for next week's September WASDE Report from USDA? We discuss charts, technicals and fundamentals today with Brian Splitt from AgMarket.net. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
The latest weather forecast is looking a bit cooler and wetter this week than what was originally anticipated by many forecasters. How will that impact the impending harvest? Also, what is going on around the world with weather that needs to be watched? Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to provide insight.
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Also, we get another update as we near fall harvest with Brevant Seeds Retail Product Agronomist John Long on today's program. Learn more online at https://www.brevant.com.
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A fairly quiet start to the week after Labor Day in the grain and livestock markets with not much movement across the board. We discuss the post-holiday trade with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
On this Labor Day Monday, we share sights and sounds from the 2023 Farm Progress Show last week in Decatur, IL.
In Segment One, Jesse Allen shares a conversation with National Farmers Union President Rob Larew and NFU Vice President Jeff Kippley. Then in Segment Two, we hear product updates from Corteva/Pioneer and learn more about Monarch Tractors.
In Segment Three, we have our monthly conversation on agriculture with OBP Business Growth Director for Agriculture, Richard Fordyce.
Then, we wrap the show hearing from AGI Senior Vice President for U.S. Farm Scott McKernan and then talking the new BaleDoc technology from John Deere with Kyle Ruth from Deere.
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Grain and livestock markets kicked off the new month and the new marketing year in quiet fashion on Friday as the bigger influence on traders minds was the upcoming, long Labor Day weekend. Corn, soybeans and wheat all traded mixed around unchanged with cattle and hogs doing much of the same.
We discuss the demand picture, upcoming harvest, ideas for marketing in the '23 and '24 corn and soybean contracts and more with DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
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Markets entered the holiday weekend early it seemed like with very quiet trade action after the opening bell on Friday. We discuss grains, livestock and the morning jobs report with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We wrapped up day number three of the Farm Progress Show on Thursday with our friends at Agoro Carbon Alliance. We talked in Segment One and Two about the company and some of their major agronomic practices with agronomist Steve Hasselman. Learn more at https://www.agorocarbon.com.
In Segment Three, we get an update on the fertilizer markets heading into the fall as StoneX VP of Fertilizer, Josh Linville, joined the show. Then, we wrapped the show with news headlines from Jesse Allen.
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A busy day two from the 2023 Farm Progress Show in Decatur, IL as we spend the day with our friends at Growmark/FS! We kick off the show talking risk management and more with Cole Stock from Western Grain Marketing.
In Segment Two, we discuss more on basis levels and harvest potential ahead along with demand issues. Scott Docherty from Western Grain Marketing and Aaron Curtis from MID-CO Commodities joined the show.
In Segment Three, we get a visit from Matt Bennett with AgMarket.net as he shares his thoughts in this market nearing the end of the month. He offers some perspective to think about with your marketing for 23 and 24 moving forward.
Finally, we wrap the show talking FS energy and getting ready for fall harvest with Shane Michaels, Energy Management Specialist at FS. Learn more online at https://www.fssystem.com.
On Tuesday's Market Talk, we broadcast live from Day 1 of Farm Progress Show 2023 with Agoro Carbon Alliance. In Segment One, we talk carbon contracts with Clay Creighton from Agoro and then we talk more agronomic practices with Mark Worner in Segment Two and Four.
During Segment Three of the show, Rabobank Farm Inputs Analyst Sam Taylor stops by the show to give us an update on how farm input costs are shaping up headed to the fourth quarter.
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Soybeans were the upside star again on Monday which helped pull corn higher along with it. Overall, the markets were mostly higher with wheat the only one under pressure. We discuss the trade action with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Cooler weather this week but the tropics are getting active. We discuss U.S. and South American weather the next few weeks ahead, lower water levels again on the Mississippi River and more with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions. Learn more at https://www.ag-wx.com. Also, sign up for his newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
We also hear from Brevant Retail Product Agronomist, John Long, at the end of the show for a crop condition update from Southwest Iowa. Learn more at https://www.brevant.com.
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In Part One of Friday's program, we talk overall grain market sentiment this week, end-user perspectives, the cattle market picture and more. Bryan Irey from Crossroads Coop joins us to discuss. Learn more online by visiting https://www.crossroadscoop.com.
Soybeans were the upside leader in grains on Friday while the rest of the markets were mixed to wrap up the week. We discuss the market action and more with Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth from Van Ahn & Company during Part Two of today's market analysis. Learn more at https://www.vanahnco.com.
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Soybeans and meal had a solid day to the upside with corn quiet and wheat lower. Livestock trade was led higher by live and feeder cattle as we near the end of the week. We look big picture at the markets with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, in Segment Two, we listen to an interview between Jesse Allen and Ed Usset from University of Minnesota from earlier this week about the expansion of soy crush and the impact it could have on the markets. They also touch on fundamentals in corn and wheat currently as well.
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Grain and livestock markets were mixed on the day Thursday as we continue to watch hot and dry weather across the Corn Belt, poor export demand and more. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joined us to discuss on our Midday Commentary for Thursday.
Grain markets finished solidly higher on Wednesday with mixed activity in livestock. Hot and dry weather is a focus this week in the U.S. along with crop tours, the Jackson Hole Symposium, the continued Russia/Ukraine War and more. What about the impact of hot/dry weather in Europe? We discuss that aspect and more today with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics.
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Grain markets are quietly higher near midday on Wednesday with livestock trade mixed to higher as well. We get an update on what is moving the markets midweek with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Markets started mixed but quickly turned lower on Tuesday in what could be a considered a "risk-off" trading day. Crop tours, hot weather, poor demand and much more are all factors to discuss in the markets. We look big picture and get perspective today from Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also on today's program, we talk about crop pests and diseases like SCN and tar spot this growing season with Tony Moellers. He is a Brevant Seeds Retail Product Agronomist based in Northwest Iowa. Learn more at https://www.brevant.com.
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Markets started to turn lower in grains, livestock and energies on the day Tuesday as we got to midday. We discuss what is moving the markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grains backed way off their session highs on Monday. We talk the heat, crop tours, fundamentals, Cattle on Feed and more today with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
HOT HOT HOT!! That's what many folks across the U.S. will be saying this week while others see ridge riding activity with moisture from Tropical Storm Hilary riding the top of a massive heat ridge. We discuss what is happening this week as well as some updates on South America with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions.
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Grains have backed off the early highs in soybeans and corn while hot weather will be a factor this week across the Corn Belt. We discuss the heat and dryness along with the Jackson Hole symposium this week as a talking point in the outside markets and a solid day in cattle after the latest Cattle on Feed Report. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss.
We saw soybeans lead the grain rally into the weekend along with wheat while corn followed behind. A hot dry weather forecast ahead helped beans while Black Sea concerns seemed to lead to short covering. We discuss the trade action this week and more with Ted Seifried from Zaner Ag Hedge. Learn more online at https://www.zaner.com.
Tony Moellers, Brevant Retail Product Agronomist in Northwest Iowa, joins us to provide an update on crop conditions late season for corn and soybeans. He also shares what seed technologies are shining this growing season and how Brevant works with retail to help farmers pick the right technology for their farms. Learn more at https://www.brevant.com.
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Soybeans are leading a grain rally into the weekend with the hot and dry weather forecast ahead. We discuss what is happening in grains, livestock and stock market today with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We saw the grain markets rebound a bit on Wednesday but there are plenty of economic concerns in the market right now. Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics joins us to provide insight and perspective. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also in Segment Two, we talk with FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux live at Dakotafest in Mitchell, SD on day number two of the event.
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We saw a "risk-off" day across the board on Tuesday with grains, livestock, energy and stocks all under pressure. Global economic concerns were a big reason for the downturn on the day. We talk markets today in Segment Three with Jacob Burks from AgMarket.net. More at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, we're broadcasting live at Dakotafest this week in Mitchell, SD and we are joined for a market discussion in Segment Two with Ross Nadgwick from Van Ahn & Co. Learn more online at https://www.vanahnco.com.
We also kick off the show with highlights of Dakotafest this week with Niki Jones from IdeaAG and Dakotafest.
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We saw a mixed bag of trade on Monday with soybeans higher on a hotter and drier weather forecast along with more export sales. Corn was able to finish slightly higher while wheat was under pressure from a higher U.S. dollar and other currency news from around the globe. We discuss the markets today with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online by visiting https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
More severe weather and rainfall over the weekend but now a hot and dry forecast ahead for many. What should we expect this week and beyond? Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions gives us the outlook.
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Markets are mixed to start off the new week with new-crop soybeans benefiting from a hot and dry weather forecast ahead. We talk grains, livestock and Chinese economic concerns today with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grain markets pushed lower into Friday's closing bell after the USDA August WASDE Report showed slightly lower corn and soybean yields, demand adjustments and more. We discuss the report, the market reaction and much more on today's program with DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing. Learn more online by visiting https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
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Markets are reacting to the latest USDA WASDE Report numbers including slightly lower corn and soybean yield estimates than pre-report expectations. We also saw a big jump in wheat harvested acreage from USDA. Arlan Suderman with StoneX joins us to recap the numbers and the market reaction.
Corn, soybeans and wheat were mixed to firm on the day with new-crop soybeans leading the way higher. Cattle had a decent day higher with hogs showing more follow through pressure. Overall, it appeared traders were once again consolidation positions ahead of Friday's USDA WASDE Report. We discuss today with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
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We see fairly firm trade in corn, soybeans and wheat on Thursday with cattle higher and hogs mostly lower. Traders are seeming consolidating again ahead of Friday's USDA WASDE Report for the month of August. We also saw CPI data out Thursday that had Wall Street traders cheering to some extent. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss.
Corn and soybeans were quietly mixed on Wednesday as we saw traders start to consolidate positions ahead of Friday's USDA Report. We discuss the economy, China's latest economic data, the outlook for corn and soybeans heading into Friday's report and the relationship between the stock market and cattle today with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
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We saw a market really going nowhere on Wednesday with row crops trading quietly mixed, wheat down moderately and livestock mixed. We discuss the trade action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We saw a mixed day of market trade on Tuesday with grains finding some mild support, working off session lows on the day. Livestock were mixed and the outside markets were "risk-off" as more concerning economic news hit the markets overnight. We discuss the outlook in the markets ahead of Friday's August WASDE Report and more with Matt Bennett from AgMarket.net.
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It is a relatively mixed day in grains and livestock on Tuesday with a "risk-off" sentiment in the outside markets amid more troubling economic news overnight. We discuss the trade action today with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We saw a wide range of trade on Monday with the soy complex under heavy pressure amid good rain coverage over the weekend while wheat was mostly higher with more escalation in the Black Sea. Corn was largely caught in the middle on the day Monday while cattle finished lower and hogs higher. We talk about the markets with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Key areas of the Corn Belt saw very beneficial rainfall over the weekend and there is more in the forecast with cooler temperatures. We get an update on the weather outlook with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions. Learn more at https://www.ag-wx.com and sign up for his daily weather newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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It's a mixed bag of trade on Monday with the oilseeds sharply lower, wheat higher and corn stuck in the middle. We talk about the grains, livestock and the stock market to kick off the week with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
For Friday, we have our monthly conversation with Richard Fordyce who is the current Business Growth Director of Agriculture at Osborn Barr Paramore (OBP). We discuss some of the current hot topics in farm country including weather, markets, checkoff programs, low cattle herd numbers and more.
We also get an update on swine health and infectious diseases impacting our hog herds both at home and abroad. Dr. Paul Sundberg with the Swine Health Information Center joins us for an update. Learn more online at https://www.swinehealth.org.
Also at the end of today's program, Jesse recently caught up with DTN Crops Editor Jason Jenkins on AOA about his time on the recent Wheat Quality Council Spring Wheat and Durum Tour. He gives us an update on the variability of this year's crop.
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It was a day of mixed trading in grains and livestock with soybeans and cattle finding some strength while corn, wheat and lean hogs found their way lower on the day. We talk about the general feeling in this market trade and get perspective from Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
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Mixed activity in the markets on Thursday as the oilseeds are trading a bit higher with corn and wheat a bit lower. We discuss the trade action and get an update on the latest StoneX Customer Survey for August with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
It was a sea of red across grains, livestock, energies and the stock market on Wednesday. We get some great analysis and insight into how the Russia/Ukraine situation is impacting the wheat markets, weather issues for corn, a new credit rating downgrade for the U.S. and much more today with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online by visiting https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
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It is largely a "risk-off" day across commodities, livestock and the stock market on Wednesday. We get updates as to why with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
We saw the grain and oilseed markets stabilize some from Monday's selloff with soybeans even finding some buying late in the session. Cattle had a strong day to the upside as well on Tuesday. We discuss the technical picture in the markets and more with Brian Splitt from AgMarket.net. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
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Grains fell out of bed on Monday as we wrapped up the month of July with a sharply lower day in corn, soybeans and wheat. Livestock were quietly mixed while crude oil was up another 1% on Monday. We discuss the fundamental and technical outlook with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We also saw plenty of hail and wind over the weekend in many areas of the Corn Belt plus lots of hot weather to wrap up the month of July. Will we see any pattern changes moving into August? Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss the details. Learn more online by visiting https://www.ag-wx.com.
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The grain and oilseed markets are sharply lower as we kick off the week and wrap up the month of July. Livestock are quietly mixed while crude oil is up around 1% so far today. What is driving the markets? Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss and provide perspective.
More volatility to wrap up the week of trade on Friday as grains were mostly sharply lower on the day. The path of least resistance seemed to be to the downside. Livestock and the stock market though had a solid day to wrap up the week. We talk commodities, the economy and more today with Tommy Grisafi from Advance Trading Inc. and Ag Bull Media.
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Also on today's program, we learn more about camelina being used and developed as a feedstock for biofuels and sustainable aviation fuel with Yield10 Bioscience CEO Dr. Oliver Peoples. Learn more online at https://www.yield10bio.com.
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The grain and oilseed markets can't seem to pick a direction here on Friday as we traded sharply lower, rallied and now trade mixed to lower once again. Livestock and the stock market are having a solid day higher though. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joined us around midday on Thursday to provide an update on the commodity markets and the outside markets. We discussed the pullback in grains at midsession, mixed activity in livestock and a look at the outside markets as well.
Grain markets largely fell apart as we went through the session on Thursday as we lost momentum buying and saw some profit taking across the board. We discuss the outlook for this market and fundamentals with Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we get an update on the situation between Russia and Ukraine and the overall impact on the global commodity markets. Kyle Holland is a market analyst with Mintec, based in London, and he provides us perspective and analysis of the situation on today's program.
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We saw the wheat markets push lower on the day Wednesday which pulled corn lower as well. Soybeans were able to hold firm in the new-crop contracts while front months soared higher along with soybean meal. We discuss the fundamentals underneath these markets today with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
In Segment One we hear from Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, as we share his Midday Commentary from Wednesday where he gives his thoughts on the trade action we are seeing midweek in both grains and livestock.
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Grains rallied a little bit late in the session to finish firm across the board on the day Tuesday. We discuss the headline driven markets, fundamentals, risk management and more today with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net. Learn more online by visiting them at https://www.agmarket.net.
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Markets are mostly lower on Tuesday as we see some profit taking on the recent rally in grains. Livestock is trading mixed with hogs a bit higher on the day. We get market analysis from Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grain markets soared higher on Monday amid Black Sea escalations and hot weather in the forecast. We discuss the fundamentals and more with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we get an update on the hot weather in the forecast and how long it could last with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien Ag Solutions. Learn more online at https://www.ag-wx.com.
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Grains are sharply higher to start the week as weather, Black Sea conflict escalations and Fed week on Wall Street are all playing into the trade. Livestock are mixed with cattle reacting to the Cattle on Feed and Cattle Inventory reports from last Friday. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
It has been another wild week in the grain and livestock markets as we've seen headlines traded left and right. We discuss the latest news impacting the market, from Black Sea issues to Midwest weather, and get perspective on what we should be thinking about with our marketing plans. DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing LLC joins us today to discuss. Learn more online at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
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Markets are mostly lower on Friday with profit taking as traders continue to watch Black Sea and Midwest weather headlines. We discuss the trade action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We saw a quieter day in the markets on Thursday as we had a bit of consolidation in grains after a volatile week so far. Weather is going to be a major driver heading into the weekend. We discuss these markets and get great insight today from Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we hear a bit of a conversation between Jesse and David Widmar from Agricultural Economic Insights in Segment Two about the farm economy and markets as they talked Thursday morning on AOA.
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Markets are mixed to lower on Thursday as we sit a bit of consolidation trade after the recent rally. We talk about the tone of the markets and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Weather concerns, Black Sea tensions and the falling U.S. dollar are seemingly the three legs of the stool giving the grain markets bullish momentum. We dissect those stories and look at the technical factors in the trade today with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online by visiting https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, we take a look at news headlines and hear from Ryan Moe of StoneX in Segment One as he reports from a crop tour throughout Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin and northern Illinois.
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Grains were higher on the day Tuesday with corn the upside leader. Weather is again a hot topic as corn enters a key pollination time across the Corn Belt plus the Black Sea Grain Deal issues are weighing on the markets as well. We talk grains and livestock today with Tyler Schau from AgMarket.net. Learn more by visiting online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, we get a look at the weather and an outlook for hotter and drier conditions ahead. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us for our weekly discussion. Learn more online by visiting https://www.ag-wx.com.
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A positive day in grains on Tuesday with corn leading the markets mostly to the upside. Weather concerns, Black Sea concerns and more are impacting the trade. We discuss grains, livestock and energies today with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.
A busy show to kick off the week on Monday as we talk markets and the broader trade sentiment post WASDE with Chad Hart from Iowa State University. We also get a look at the latest land values report from Farmers National Company with Paul Schadegg and discuss CHS Inc's third quarter earnings with President and CEO Jay Debertin.
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After a busy week in the markets, how did things wrap up the week? We get comments and market analysis for Friday with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge. Learn more online by visiting https://www.zaner.com.
Josh Linville, VP of Fertilizer at StoneX, joins Jesse Allen to discuss what is happening across the fertilizer markets including thoughts on the outlook for this fall and the fall application window. Learn more at https://www.stonex.com.
Also, Jesse Allen is joined by Eric Osterhaus who is a risk management consultant for Pinion, to discuss some of the ways to manage your emotions when it comes to marketing your crops or livestock. Learn more online by visiting https://www.pinionglobal.com.
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Mixed action in the markets at midday on Friday. We take a deep dive into grains, livestock and the stock markets today with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
The grain markets saw a solid bounce and rebound on Thursday from the losses sustained after Wednesday's July WASDE Report. Is this a broad about face in the grains or a dead cat bounce type of move? We discuss the market sentiment today with Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
AM Radio remains a critical part of the lives of many farmers, ranchers and rural American residents. We get the latest details on the fight to stop automakers from removing AM radio from vehicles with Joe Gill, President of the National Association of Farm Broadcasting from KASM Radio in Albany, MN. You can have your voice heard and possibly win $500 by going to https://www.WhyIListen.com.
More surprises from USDA with the July WASDE Report being released on Wednesday. It ended up being a mostly bearish report and in turn a bearish day in grains and livestock. We dissect the report and get analysis from Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more by visiting him online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
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A fairly bearish WASDE report all the way around for the month of July with a much higher than expected U.S. soybean stocks number and a drop in U.S. corn yield. We run through the numbers and get analysis from Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grains and livestock were higher on Tuesday (with soybean oil the lone exception) as the markets had a general "risk-on" type attitude today. We catch up with Matt Bennett from AgMarket.net and get his thoughts on the trade, potential expectations for the July WASDE Report and more on today's show.
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Grains and livestock are mostly higher on Tuesday with outside markets higher also in a general "risk-on" day across the trade. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grains were a mixed bag on Monday with the soy complex the upside leader as the trade geared up for the latest crop condition ratings and Wednesday's July WASDE Report from USDA. We talk grains and livestock on today's show with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us once again this week as we discuss the outlook for the month of July, more ridge riding storms in the Corn Belt this week and much more for this week's weather update.
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The soy complex is higher to start the week with corn and wheat mixed to higher. We have a steady day in cattle and hogs as well. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to provide market analysis on this Monday.
Grains and livestock were mostly lower across the board on Friday with cattle the only exception. This holiday week has felt like a time to reset the markets. We discuss that and more today with Jim Emter from Van Ahn & Company. Learn more online by visiting them at https://www.vanahnco.com.
Also, we talk about the new Together We Bring More campaign from the Beef Checkoff with Cattlemen's Beef Board Vice Chair Andy Bishop on to kick off today's program. Learn more online by visiting https://www.drivingdemandforbeef.com.
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Grains are moving mostly lower today as the weather looks generally favorable heading into the weekend. We discuss the trade action with Mark Lucas from StoneX on today's Midday Commentary for Friday, July 7th, 2023.
Corn was higher on the day Thursday while the rest of the market trade had a "risk-off" tone to it. We discuss fundamentals in the corn market and what could drive the ag markets overall in the next few weeks ahead. Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing joins us today. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, in Segment Two, we hear from Mike Minor with Professional Ag Marketing and he gives us some big picture perspective in grains and livestock as we move into the month of July. Learn more online at https://www.professionalagmarketing.com.
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It's a "risk-off" type of day in the grain, livestock and outside markets with corn really being the only exception. We get an update on Thursday's trade action with Mark Lucas of StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
All three wheat classes found buying support out of the 4th of July holiday as more Black Sea premium found its way back into the market. Corn and soybeans saw two-sided trade as weather remains in focus now that the calendar turns to July. We talk grains and livestock today with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
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Markets are mixed on Wednesday as we exit the 4th of July holiday. We talk grains and crude oil today with Ryan Moe of StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
On Monday, we saw a little back and forth in a low volume trading day ahead of the 4th of July holiday on Tuesday. Soybeans gave up early strength but still traded higher on the day while corn and wheat were mixed along with cattle. Lean hogs had solid day higher along with the soy complex on Monday. We talk markets with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Some beneficial rains were seen over the last few days across the Corn Belt along with some severe weather. How are things looking for this week ahead through the 4th of July? We get the latest from Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions.
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The soy complex was the star on Monday in a low volume trading day as we saw more follow through from Friday's surprising USDA numbers. We discuss the market action ahead of the 4th of July holiday with Ryan Moe of StoneX.
The June 30th USDA reports lived up to their hype for delivering surprises. Big changes to corn and soybean acreage numbers, lower grain stocks in corn, soybeans and wheat and big market reactions to round out the month. Plus, cattle had a sharply higher day to wrap up the week. We discuss the numbers and try to make sense of things with DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing. Learn more at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
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The USDA June reports are here and WOW! Big surprises all around with the biggest ones being corn and soybean acreage. We get immediate analysis and reaction from Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grain and livestock markets had a fairly quiet day on Thursday as we traded mixed for much of the session. In the case of grains, traders seemingly took enough weather premium out of this market as we now watch for the rains to verify and get ready for Friday's big USDA reports. We discuss today with Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we have our monthly conversation with former FSA Administrator and current Business Growth Director-Agriculture at OBP, Richard Fordyce. We talk weather impacting crop conditions, Prop 12, the EPA RVO news, latest on the Farm Bill and more.
Finally on today's show, Tryston Beyrer from the Mosaic Company joins Jesse Allen to discuss sulfur deficiency in our fields, signs to watch out for and how to manage it throughout this growing season and beyond. Learn more online at https://www.cropnutrition.com.
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Grain and livestock trade has been relatively mixed on Thursday as traders seemingly are getting ready for Friday's USDA reports in the trade. We discussed the market action and got analysis from Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, around the noon hour on Thursday.
Grains took another day of losses on Wednesday as traders took money off the floor and weather premium out of the markets with better rain chances in the forecast for much of the Corn Belt. We discuss the outlook for this market as we head toward USDA reports on Friday and the end of the month/quarter. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also in segment two today, we take a trip to central Iowa and find out how crop conditions are from Ames to Mason City with Angie Rieck-Hinz. She's a Field Agronomist with Iowa State University Extension and she fills us in on conditions as well as the latest on tar spot found in central Iowa corn over the last week.
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Grains are seeing follow through pressure on Wednesday with better rain chances in the forecast later this week and weekend. Livestock are trading mixed to higher and crude oil is finding support. We talk about it all with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grain markets were sharply lower on Tuesday, despite a drop in crop condition ratings, as better rains in the forecast gave traders a reason to take premium out of the market. We talk technicals, charts and a little common sense marketing with Brian Splitt from AgMarket.net. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, we learn more about the dealership concept FARMPOINT from CLAAS as the company's Patricio Frangella joins us at the end of the show to share details. Learn more online by going to https://www.claasfarmpoint.com.
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Grains are under heavy pressure as traders are taking weather premium out of the market, despite falling crop condition ratings. A wetter forecast is leading traders to take profit on Tuesday while cattle are having a strong day to the upside. We discuss the trade with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Markets were mixed to kick off the week of trade on Monday with the soy complex finding some support while corn and wheat were a mixed bag. Livestock were mostly higher led by lean hogs while the outside markets were mixed too. We discuss things with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Which parts of the Corn Belt got much needed, potentially crop saving rains over the weekend? Who missed out on that rainfall and what does the forecast for the week ahead look like? Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss. Sign up for his weekly weather newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather and find the latest forecasts online here: https://www.ag-wx.com/
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Markets are mixed to begin the week as we look at the impact of weather, the Russian coup attempt and more playing into the trade. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to provide insight into the trade.
The wild and wacky weather market continued on Friday as we saw continued profit taking in corn, soybeans, soybean meal and wheat ahead of the weekend. Traders seemingly taking risk off the table as we wait for rain across dry areas of the Corn Belt. We talk weather market sentiment and why we can't forget the ugly demand picture in all of this today with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge. Learn more online at https://www.zaner.com.
Also, thinking about demand and trade with other countries, the Corn Refiners Association has released a new report looking at how the lack of new trade deals is hurting U.S. competitiveness. John Bode, CRA President and CEO, joins us to discuss that and talk about new trade related legislation in Washington D.C.
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Profit taking was the biggest storyline in corn and soybeans on the day Thursday as farmers and funds seemed to reward the recent weather rally. Wheat was able to trade mixed while cattle had a solid day higher. We talk charts, technicals and risk management with Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing on today's show. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we look at the demand picture and how that ties into the markets with Doug Christie, Agricultural Commodities Fellow at Hedder, on today's program.
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Grains markets are under pressure as we see some profit taking after the recent weather rally. Energies are adding to the pressure with the soy complex hardest hit while livestock are mixed. We talk markets today with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grains exploded higher (minus soybean oil) as dry weather continues to impact crop conditions and weather models don't show great rain coverage in the next week to ten days. Soybean oil was limit lower amid the EPA's latest biofuels announcement that disappointed many in the industry. Livestock was mixed with feeders under heavy pressure on the day. We discuss markets with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, in Segment Four we talk more about the EPA news and hear comments from Paul Winters with Clean Fuels Alliance America from Wednesday morning.
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Two big stories working in the markets on Wednesday. We have the continued weather rally in grains on one side while the EPA RFS mandate announcement is putting pressure on soybean oil, canola oil, etc. We discuss what all this means for the markets today with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grain markets were volatile coming out of the three day weekend but when the dust settled, we ended up mostly around unchanged in corn and soybeans. Traders are watching the latest forecast and waiting on Tuesday afternoon's crop progress report for more market direction. We discuss the trade and risk management with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net on today's show. Learn more at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, speaking of the weather forecast, we talk about what we saw over the weekend and what lies ahead for this week. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss. Sign up for his weekly newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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After a back and forth overnight session, Tuesday day trade has been pretty quiet with mixed action across the grain and oilseed trade. Weather forecasts and this afternoon's crop progress report are seemingly the biggest thing being watched here today. We discuss with Mark Lucas of StoneX.
Did we see much needed rainfall over the weekend in dry areas of the Corn Belt or did the region miss out? What does the forecast look like for rain and hot temperatures this week? Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien joins us to discuss the latest weather details.
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Markets are closed on Monday for the Juneteenth holiday and traders are waiting with bated breath for the overnight open as we saw a huge rally in grains to wrap up last week on weather concerns. We talk about the market sentiment and recent trade action on today's show. Stephen Nicholson, Global Sector Strategist-Grains & Oilseeds with Rabobank joins us along with Bryan Irey from Crossroads Coop.
Also, we look at a recent study between USDA and University of Missouri that examines water and carbon cycles to identify sustainable farming practices aimed at helping staple crops like corn and soybeans build resilience during extreme weather conditions. USDA hydrologist Adam Schreiner-McGraw, one of the study's authors, joins us to discuss.
Lastly on today's show, we look at how precision ag data can help with your crop insurance reporting. Nick Luett from RCIS joins us to explain.
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The weather market rally continued in a big way again on Friday as we saw sharp gains in the soy complex, corn and wheat to wrap up the week. Heading into the three day holiday weekend, should farmers be looking to reward the rally? What options are out there to manage the risk in this elevated market? We discuss all of that and more today with DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
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It's up, up and away in the grain markets again on Friday with strength across corn, soybeans and wheat. We discuss the continuing weather rally, soy product strength, livestock trade and the latest on the stock market today with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
What a big day higher in the grains and oilseeds on Thursday. Weather played a big factor as forecasts turned drier and plenty of buying occurred across corn, soybeans and wheat. Equities were higher as well and livestock was mixed. We discuss the markets with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we learn more about a new YouTube series called "Like a Farmer" that is put together by AgAmerica. Show host and Director of Business Development at AgAmerica, Pat Spinosa, joins us to share more details. Watch the first episode with Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j07TQ-nDTBI
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The Federal Reserve left interest rates alone on Wednesday afternoon; some expected a 25 basis point rate hike. What impact will that have on the outside markets and in turn the commodity markets? We discuss that along with weather, the rough day in cattle and more today with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
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Strength in vegetable oils, a delay in the 2023-2025 RVO targets under the RFS and weather all supported the soy complex on Tuesday. Corn and wheat had their own stories but had a somewhat disappointing close. Cattle had a really solid move higher once again. And, we are keeping our eyes on the outside markets as we await the latest from the Federal Reserve on Wednesday afternoon and more economic data.
We discuss the markets today with Jacob Burks of AgMarket.net.
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The soy complex is the upside leader in grains at midday Tuesday as strength in vegetable oils, worsening crop conditions nationwide plus some breaking news with the Renewable Fuels Standard, all combining to give strength on the day. Corn is higher as well on weather and wheat benefiting from another breaking news story involving Russia today. We get the latest with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Corn was the market leader to start the week on Monday as many traders were unhappy with the weekend rainfall totals, which led to buy stops being triggered on short covering. Soybeans and wheat were more mixed as the soy complex was weighed down by lower crude oil and wheat lacked a strong story. Lean hogs were strong while cattle were mixed to higher on the day. We talk markets with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing; learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Did the rains in the forecast verify over the weekend across the Corn Belt? We discuss the latest forecasts, rainfall totals, potential for a Texas ridge and ridge riding thunderstorms all on today's weather update with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien Ag Solutions.
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Corn is the upside leader to start off the week after weekend rainfall totals left plenty to be desired for some folks. Overall, markets are mixed outside of the corn market. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
On Friday, USDA released the June World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report with very minimal changes seen to the balance sheets in both the United States and around the world. And that resulted in minimal market reaction heading into a big weekend as farmers are looking for rainfall to help crops across the Corn Belt.
We discuss the WASDE report and market sentiment/risk management today with two of our favorite market experts. In Segment One and Two, we talk with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge. Learn more online at https://www.zaner.com.
Then in Segment Three and Four, we sit down with Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth of Van Ahn & Company. Learn more about them online at https://www.vanahnco.com.
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The June WASDE report has been released and it featured minimal changes to the balance sheets overall. We discuss what the report had to offer and the market reaction with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grains found a late round of buying on Thursday as it appeared the midday GFS turned a little drier and the latest drought monitor showed continued expansion across the Corn Belt. We discuss the markets ahead of Friday's June WASDE Report from USDA with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Jesse Allen is joined by Redd Summit Advisors' Ag Risk Consultant, Ross Bronson, to discuss the cattle markets. They also talk about LRP and PRF insurance options and discuss a webinar hosted by Ross that looks at using the Rangeland Analysis Platform (RAP) on June 9th at 9:00 AM MST, via Zoom.
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Grains and livestock are fairly mixed again on Thursday with some more spread trading being seen in corn and soybeans. We discuss the market tone ahead of Friday's WASDE report from USDA and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, in our Midday Commentary for Thursday, June 8th.
Wheat was lower with spread trade seen in corn and soybeans on the day Wednesday. Plus, livestock trade was lower across the board. We examine the hold that China's economy/market still seems to have on the trade, the weather outlook and much more with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, we talk with Dr. Timothy Parks, technical services veterinarian with Merck Animal Health, about the upcoming Stockmanship and Stewardship event in Nebraska next week. Learn more online at https://www.stockmanshipandstewardship.org.
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Markets are mixed with wheat lower and spread action happening in corn and soybeans on Wednesday. Plus, we see consolidation in cattle and hog futures today. We discuss the trade action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
A drier midday GFS weather model run seemed to give some late strength to corn and soybeans on Tuesday while wheat struggled to maintain early gains. Cattle and hogs also had a strong day on Tuesday across the board.
We talk about the complexities of trading in a weather market, crop conditions and much more with Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net on today's program. Learn more online by visiting https://www.agmarket.net.
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Markets are mixed at midday Tuesday after seeing overnight strength in the grain and oilseed trade. We discuss why the markets can't seem to sustain a rally right now and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
After seeing some overnight strength, grain markets finished mixed on Monday with wheat finding some support while corn and soybeans saw a bit of profit taking. Livestock trade was mixed with cattle a little bit higher and lean hogs a bit lower. We discuss markets and why you should keep a balanced approach this time of year with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
It still remains dry across much of the Corn Belt and especially the eastern areas while pop up thunderstorms keep being seen across the western corn belt. What is the latest on the potential of a pattern change? We get the latest details and forecast from Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien. Get Eric's weekly newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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Markets are mixed throughout the grain and livestock trade on Monday as corn and soybeans watch the weather while wheat gets support from the latest Black Sea news. We get market analysis from Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX to kick off the week.
Grains were mixed for most of the day before some late short covering came into the grains and livestock trade on Friday. We discuss weather, outside market strength and take a deep dive into the corn market with DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing. Learn more at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
CoBank this week released a new report that looks at how grain elevators could look to widen basis and lower cash bids in an effort to make up for storing grain in a high interest rate environment. We discuss the report and more with Tanner Ehmke, lead grains and oilseeds Economist at CoBank.
Also, we talk grasshopper management with Ryan Hunt, Technical Product Manager with FMC on today's show.
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It's a mixed bag in the trade on Friday with the stock market really seeing the most excitement while soybeans lead grains mostly mixed to higher. Livestock is mixed as well as feedlot trade is propelling cattle to round out the week. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the market trade action.
On today's program, we take a look at the positive money flow across grains, oilseeds and cattle to kick off the month of June with Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, John Sandbakken, Executive Director of the National Sunflower Association, joins the show to talk about sunflower planting progress, prices and more. Learn more on their website at https://www.sunflowernsa.com.
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Positive money flow is being seen today across the grains and we're seeing some creep into live cattle as well around midday. We talk the markets, the private sector jobs numbers out Thursday and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
After a rough start to the holiday shortened week on Tuesday, markets looked poised to continue to the downtrend on Wednesday. However, we wrapped up the month of May by seeing the grains bounce off early lows. What is the overall trend look like in this market? How about the aggressive buying in hogs and strength in cattle to start the week?
We go over the market trade action with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics on today's program. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Plus, we kick off the show in Segment One talking WOTUS with Mary-Thomas Hart from the National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA). We get her reaction to the Supreme Court decision last week and where we go from here.
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Don't look now but grain markets are trying to rebound off overnight and morning lows as we wrap up the month of May. The bigger story though is that demand concerns are abundant in the marketplace. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Tuesday was a rough day in the grain and oilseed markets as we saw heavy pressure in the soy complex, wheat and crude oil. That spilled over into corn as well, which tried to hold on much of the day but ended up lower. Meantime, hogs and cattle had a strong upside day with limit gains in lean hogs.
We talk the markets, technical factors and more with Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net on today's program. Learn more online by visiting https://www.agmarket.net.
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Grains are under heavy pressure to start the holiday shortened week while livestock are taking advantage with a strong move to the upside across cattle and hogs. We talk markets today with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Thanks to everyone for the well wishes while I was away to celebrate my wedding and honeymoon last week. A big thanks to my good friend Mike Pearson for filling in while I was away as well.
On today's show, we first thank those men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom today and everyday as well as we take time to remember this Memorial Day 2023.
We catch up with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien Ag Solutions on this Memorial Day to discuss the dry weather outlook as we head into June. Sign up for his daily newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
Plus, Jesse has a look at how the markets closed, price action and more from Friday's session. He also has more fallout from the Supreme Court ruling on WOTUS and news from last week's U.S. Meat Export Federation Spring Conference that took place in Minneapolis, MN.
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Friday saw the grain markets find a bid, with corn, soy, and wheat all pushing higher on the day. Donna Hughes of StoneX joined the show first with a look at the crop in the southern plains, followed by Brian Doherty of Total Farm Marketing, who outlined the potential moves in grains as the trade returns next week. Market Talk closed with Naomi Blohm, also of Total Farm Marketing, who has some reservations about beef demand as we get deeper in to summer.
Thursday's Market Talk began with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge breaking down this week's export sales report for the grains and found a bright spot. Eric Snodgrass joined in segment 2 with a discussion of US and global weather. In the third segment, Emily Buckman, Director of Government Affairs with American Farm Bureau Federation spoke about the Right to Repair agreements they've negotiated. And the show closed with Arlan Suderman speaking to Richard Ristvit of the American Ag Network
Wednesday's Market Talk began with Garrett Toay of Ag Trader Talk who was on the split trade in corn and wheat. In segment 2, Steve Meyer of Partners in Production Agriculture spoke at the Global Hog Industry Virtual Conference this morning and we heard his thoughts on pork. Arlan Suderman spoke with Mike Adams on the AOA radio show on Wednesday morning, so we listened in on his thoughts and the show closed with Joe Kerns, also of Partners in Production Agriculture who's looking ahead for input prices to moderate.
Today's on Market Talk, Jesse brought a conversation with Total Farm Marketing in segment 1 about some new technology they are leveraging to help growers. In segment 2, Darin Newsom joined the show with a look at the global markets, and Jim McCormick of AgMarket.Net looked at the impact on the cattle industry of the debt limit fight in Congress. The show closed with farm broadcaster Rich Ristvit talking grains with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
Jesse Allen is out of the office this week, Mike Pearson is behind the microphone. Today, they spoke with experts at Firestone, Dennis Smith of Archer Financial Services, John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing, and Curt Blades of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.
On today's episode, we kick off the show with a look at the fertilizer markets and the latest price action with Josh Linville, Vice President of Fertilizer at StoneX.
Then, we have a conversation about the grain and livestock markets along with the broader economy and ag economy with Chad Hart, Economist at Iowa State University.
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On today's program, we talk markets and the farm economy this month with David Widmar from Agricultural Economic Insights (AEI). We go through some of their latest research and take a look at the markets post May WASDE Report. Learn more at https://www.aei.ag.
Plus, we are joined once again this month by Richard Fordyce, Business Growth Director of Agriculture at Osborn Barr Paramore (OBP) and former FSA Administrator. We discuss the latest issues in agriculture each month and on this episode; we talk spring planting, Farm Bill and Prop 12.
We also sit down with Curt Blades from Association of Equipment Manufacturers to discuss the April Equipment Sales numbers.
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More pressure in corn, soybeans and wheat on Wednesday as this commodity market seems to be struggling quite a bit right now. We talk about what is moving this trade, the strength trying to hold in KC and Minneapolis wheat and what farmers and ranchers should be focused on right now in this marketing environment. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
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It is a washout Wednesday in grains and oilseeds with pressure in livestock to some degree as well. KC Wheat is trying to hold onto strength but the overall trend is to the downside. We talk markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Lots of pressure in the soy complex on Tuesday and that's weighing on corn and Chicago wheat. We talk markets and the pressure in the trade at midday with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
It was an ugly reversal on Tuesday in the soy complex, corn and Chicago wheat as we gave back all of Monday's gains and then some. KC and Minneapolis wheat traded mixed to higher amid ongoing weather concerns and planting delays. We talk markets and risk management today with Jacob Burks of AgMarket.net.
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Grain markets were "risk-on" during Monday's session as wheat led the trade to the upside on the back of weather concerns, Black Sea grain deal worries and more. Soybeans also got support from good crush demand and corn was along for the ride. Cattle and hogs had a solid day to the upside as well despite higher grain prices. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the market trade action on Monday. Learn more online by visiting https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Some areas of the U.S. saw heavy rains over the weekend that slowed planting progress while others still remain dry. What is the outlook for the week ahead; will windows open up to advance fieldwork? We talk weather with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien. Sign up for his daily newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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The tone is "risk-on" across grains and oilseeds on Monday with wheat the upside leader on weather concerns, Black Sea Grain Deal worries and more. We talk grains and livestock markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, for our Midday Commentary on this Monday, May 15th.
Wheat shot higher, corn finished mixed and soybeans under pressure on Friday after the dust settled on May WASDE Report day. We talk market action, the economy and much more with Tommy Grisafi of Advance Trading Inc. Learn more online at https://www.advance-trading.com.
We also get market analysis on today's show and discuss the livestock trade a little more with cattle having a solid day higher on Friday. We welcome Bryan Irey of Crossroads Coop to Market Talk on today's show. Learn more at https://www.crossroadscoop.com.
Plus, we continue our conversations surrounding the carbon market and what happens when you sign a carbon contract with Steve Hasselmen of Agoro Carbon Alliance. Learn more at https://www.agorocarbonalliance.com.
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Plenty of surprises from USDA in the May World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) Report on Friday. We walk through the numbers and get market analysis from Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Soybeans found light support along with soybean meal on Thursday but another week of poor export sales combined with pre-report jitters put pressure on corn and wheat Thursday. We discuss Friday's May WASDE report, the market tone overall and why lower corn could benefit cattle producers today. Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing joins us. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
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When the dust settled on Wednesday, corn held onto gains along with mixed activity in wheat. Soybeans fell apart late in the session though along with stocks and energies turning away from morning gains on the day. We discuss the markets, talk charts and fundamentals, CPI data and more with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online by visiting https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
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Grains are mixed to slightly higher at midday with quiet action in the outside markets and livestock trade. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
It was a tough day in corn, soybeans and Chicago wheat on Tuesday with heavy pressure weighing on the trade thanks to great planting progress made last week. Meantime, KC wheat and Minneapolis wheat found some strength on poor crop conditions and planting delays in the Northern Plains. Plus, livestock took advantage of cheaper feed prices. We talk markets with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, as farmers are in the heart of spring planting season, tire maintenance is a critical step that you don't want to miss as you head to and from the fields. Firestone Ag has released a Seven Step Tire Checklist to help you remember the proper step for tire maintenance. We learn more with Greg Jones, Firestone Ag global field engineering manager. You can also get more info on the checklist online at: https://commercial.firestone.com/en-ca/agriculture/resources/7-step-tire-check
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Heavy pressure in corn, soybeans and Chicago wheat on the day Tuesday as planting progress rapidly accelerated last week across the Corn Belt. We talk markets and what is on the minds of traders today with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, for our Midday Commentary.
Spread trading was evident in wheat, corn and soybeans on the day Monday in what was a quiet day overall. Feeder cattle helped pull live cattle higher while hogs saw a bit more follow through from the end of last week's downward pressure. We talk markets, fundamentals and strategy with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Over the weekend, we saw plenty of rain and severe weather across the country and that is continuing to start off our week. We discuss the potential for planting delays to start this week, the latest on Growing Degree Days and much more with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien. Sign up for his daily newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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Markets are fairly quiet on Monday with KC and Minneapolis wheat trading higher while corn, soybeans and Chicago wheat are trading slightly lower. We discuss the market trade with Ryan Moe of StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
On Friday, we saw a generally positive money flow day in grains along with energies and stocks. Wheat was once again the upside leader in grains while crude oil had a solid rebound. We discuss a volatile week of trading with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge on today's program. Learn more at https://www.zaner.com.
Also, we are joined once again this week by Agoro Carbon Alliance as we talk about the agronomic benefits of conservation practices. Steve Hasselman, agronomist and Certified Crop Advisor with Agoro, joins us to discuss. Learn more online by visiting https://www.agorocarbonalliance.com.
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Grains, energies and the stock market are all trading higher at midday on Friday with a general "risk-on" tone being struck. We discuss what is moving the trade today with Mark Lucas of StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
Wheat moved a bit higher after trading lower early on Thursday's session while corn and soybeans were helped by wheat back to mixed around unchanged. Cattle and hogs were mixed while crude continued to see heavy volatility. We talk big picture concerns this week in the market and risk management with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we have a conversation with R-CALF USA President Brett Kenzy on today's show. We discuss the farm bill, priorities for his organization and more cattle related topics.
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Wheat is pushing a bit higher while corn and soybeans are a little lower. Outside market headlines continue to dominate the market trade. Mark Lucas of StoneX joins us to discuss the market action on Thursday.
Wheat was the high flyer on the day Wednesday as sharp moves to the upside helped pull corn, soybeans and soybean oil higher too. The Federal Reserve also raised interest rates 0.25% as expected on Wednesday. We discuss all the action around the markets today with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online by visiting: https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
We also listen back to comments from Minnesota Congressman Brad Finstad from our time at Washington Watch last month with the National Association of Farm Broadcasting in Segment Four.
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Grains started higher in the overnight session but quickly gave that back and then some as we transitioned to the day session on Tuesday. We can classify it as a "risk-off" day across commodity trade with heavy pressure in wheat, front month soybeans and cattle trade. Matt Bennett from AgMarket.net joins us on today's program to try and find a few bright spots and offer some perspective to the selling pressure in the markets.
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Markets are mostly under pressure on Tuesday as recession fears and worries on Wall Street seem to be spilling over into grains and livestock. We get thoughts from Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grain markets were a mixed bag to start the month of May with soybeans higher, wheat lower and corn stuck in the middle. Wall Street is focused on the Federal Reserve meeting this week while funds continue to move around in the grain and livestock trade. We take a look at the markets with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
As we roll into the month of May, how is the weather outlook shaping up for continued spring planting? What about the latest on the summer growing season and El Nino potential? We discuss all that and more this week with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien. You can sign up for his daily weather newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_we...
And lastly, we talk alfalfa production and more with BASF Technical Services Rep Curtis Rainbolt to wrap up today's program.
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Markets are mostly mixed at midday on Monday as we kick off a new month of trading. Wall Street is focused this week on the Federal Reserve meeting while planting progress should presumably pick back up across the country. We talk market action with Arlan Suderman of StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
Markets were fairly mixed to higher in soybeans and KC wheat on the final trading day of April. Corn got news midsession of a summertime E-15 waiver being issued by the EPA. The livestock trade was fairly mixed on the session. Where do we go from here in the market trade? DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing joins us to break things down. Learn more online at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Jesse Allen is joined once again this week by Clay Craighton, Area Sales Manager with Agoro Carbon Alliance, to talk about the company's carbon calculator and also how not to self disqualify yourself from entering into a carbon contract. Learn more and view the calculator here: https://agorocarbonalliance.com/calculate-your-carbon-potential/
Plus, Dr. Justin Ransom, Sr. Director, Sustainable Food Strategy at Tyson Foods and Chad Martin, VP of Cattle Procurement at Tyson Fresh Meats join Jesse Allen to discuss their new Climate Smart Beef Program. You can also learn more online here: https://thefeed.blog/2023/03/09/tyson...
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Markets are fairly mixed on Friday with support in soybeans and KC wheat. We discuss the final day of trading for April and more with Arlan Suderman of StoneX. Also, we discuss the E-15 waiver announcement from EPA (breaking news officially as we talked with Arlan for Midday Commentary).
The path of least resistance appeared to be to the downside once again in the grain and oilseed markets on Thursday. Export sales were unimpressive and this market is now breaking through some key support areas. We discuss the chart action, market sentiment and more on today's program with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Lance Zimmerman, Senior Beef Analyst at Rabobank/Rabo Research North America, joins Jesse Allen to discuss the current state of the cattle market. They also look at a new Rabobank report title the North American Agribusiness Review. View that here: https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/sectors/regional-food-agri/north-american-agribusiness-review-april-2023.html
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Grain and oilseeds are pushing lower once again as the path of least resistance is to the downside. We discuss the trade action, lower than expected GDP numbers and the livestock trade with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Wheat was the downside leader on Wednesday and that pressured corn and old-crop soybeans on the day. New crop soybeans and soybean oil found some green on the screen to round out the day while hogs and cattle had a strong day. We discuss with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, we talk about Pivot Bio's new N-OVATOR™ program with environmental programs lead Lori Reese. Learn more online at https://www.pivotbio.com.
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Markets were mixed at midday with pressure in the wheat complex thanks to rains in the Southern Plains. We talk markets midweek with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Soybeans and KC wheat led grains and livestock lower on the day Tuesday with funds seemingly getting out of longs in the soy complex and rain in the forecast for the Southern Plains playing a factor in KC wheat. A higher U.S. dollar also had an affect while corn was able to bounce back to near unchanged on the session in one positive note. We discuss the technical breakdown with Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net on today's show.
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Grains found more selling pressure as we wrapped up trade on Monday with negative news including China cancelling 12.9 million bushels of U.S. corn on the day. Cattle traded the Cattle on Feed report but just how bearish was that report? We discuss the trade action with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Cold temps and frost concern are out there for the final week of April. When will we see the planting windows open up again? Is Brazil really looking at weather conducive to a massive corn crop? We get the latest details from Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien for this week's weather update. Sign up for his daily newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
And finally, we wrap today's program talking about LRP insurance for cattle producers. Christina Knips with Farm Credit Services of America in South Dakota joins us to discuss.
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It is a mixed bag in the market trade on Monday with grains seeing some more spread action while cattle are under pressure following a bearish Cattle on Feed report from Friday. We discuss the trade with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
It was another down day in the grain and oilseed trade on Friday as we saw plenty of fund liquidation and a sea of red on the futures board. We recap the week of trade, discuss what has been driving us this week and look at cash basis with Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth of Van Ahn & Company. Learn more online at https://www.vanahnco.com.
Plus, we continue our conversation with Agoro Carbon Alliance. Clay Craighton, Area Sales Manager with Agoro, joins us to discuss what to be aware of before signing a carbon contract. Learn more online at https://www.agorocarbonalliance.com.
We kicked off the program on Friday with Donna Hughes, Senior Risk Management Consultant at StoneX based in Texas. She provides an update on the Southern Plains wheat crop, cotton and risk management advice on today's show as well.
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It's another day with a sea of red across the commodity board as the path of least resistance appears to be to the downside in grains and cattle. Lean hogs are bouncing a bit after early weakness. We discuss the markets on this Friday with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Plenty of red on the screen in grains and livestock on Thursday as a "risk-off" trade permeated throughout the markets. We discuss the recessionary fears in the trade, what the charts are showing and more with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, more coverage from this week's NAFB Washington Watch as we hear comments on the on-going farm bill discussion with House Ag Chair GT Thompson.
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More "risk-off" type trading being seen in the grain and livestock markets on Thursday as broader market fears of recession and demand destruction weigh on the trade. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Wednesday turned out to be a bit of a disappointment in the grain and livestock markets as we saw plenty of pressure across the trade on the day. Was it a result of bad money flow, news headlines or something else? Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to provide insight and break it all down. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, we continue our coverage from NAFB Washington Watch in Washington D.C. this week. In Segment One, we discuss the ongoing GMO corn issues between the U.S. and Mexico with Angus Kelly from NCGA. To wrap the show in Segment Four, we talk fertilizer with Corey Rosenbusch of The Fertilizer Institute.
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Markets were in a bit of a consolidation mode on Tuesday it appeared as we had a mixed day in grains and livestock. Why did we not see more follow through in the commodities after Monday's big move? How is the economy playing into the commodity markets at this time? We discuss a lot today with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net.
Also, we continue coverage from this year's NAFB Washington Watch event. We discuss WOTUS with Mary Thomas-Hart of NCBA in Segment One and then hear from Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg in Segment Four.
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Green on the screen was the name of the game across grains and livestock markets on Monday. A solid money flow day with plenty of positive momentum to start off the week. We discuss the market drivers and more with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing on today's program.
Snow over the weekend for parts of the Upper Midwest; what impact does that have on spring planting? How are things looking for the summer growing season and El Nino? We discuss the weather outlook for this week and more with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien. Sign up for his daily weather newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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As we wrap up the week in the market trade, we take a look at how thing settled up. How is planting progress affecting the markets? What news headlines should we watch out for moving forward through April? Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge joins us to provide insight and perspective on the markets. Learn more online at https://www.zaner.com.
Plus, we continue our series of conversations about the carbon market. Agoro Carbon Alliance Regional Manager Jerry Stephens joins us to discuss best practices and some of the company's offerings for range and pasture. Learn more at https://www.agorocarbonalliance.com.
Also today, Jesse Allen is joined by AgAmerica's Curt Covington to discuss the current state of the ag economy, rising interest rates, operating loan worries and much more. Learn more online at https://www.agamerica.com.
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A strong rally and recovery in wheat markets on Friday with corn higher too on more demand from China. Soybeans and products are under pressure though and livestock trade is mixed. We discuss the markets on Friday with Arlan Sudermam of StoneX.
Markets on Thursday ended up mixed and quiet after some early morning strength in soybeans and meal failed. Meantime, despite more worrisome news about the Ukraine grain deal not getting extended, wheat pushed lower with rain in the forecast for the hard red winter wheat belt. Also, cattle became a victim of profit taking late in the session. Today, we talk markets with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Plus, Jesse Allen is joined once again by Richard Fordyce, Business Growth Director of Agriculture at Osborn Barr Paramore, to discuss the latest on the Farm Bill, WOTUS news, spring planting and much more.
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***Apologies for the technical issues and delayed posting of Wednesday's program
We talked on Wednesday with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics about the markets and some of the different factors he is watching post April WASDE report. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Markets are mixed to moving lower on Thursday as we watch early more news fade through the day. Soybeans were strong on more cuts to Argentina soybean production by the Rosario Exchange. Cattle markets continue to work higher. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Markets are relatively mixed at midday with little action in grains as markets focus more on spring weather. Inflation data out Wednesday morning is having some impact while cattle trade continues to push higher. We discuss the markets with Arlan Suderman of StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
The April World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report has come and gone with little fanfare. We didn't see any changes to the domestic balance sheets for corn and soybeans but we did see many changes on the wheat side of the ledger. Also, USDA made a sharper than expected cut to Argentina's soybean crop. We talk the report and markets with Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net on today's program.
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USDA has released the April WASDE Report with very minimal changes, as expected. Argentine production numbers were cut and no changes were made to U.S. corn and soybean balance sheets. We did see plenty of moves in the wheat numbers though for the U.S. crops. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Markets on Monday were fairly quiet after the Easter holiday weekend. Corn and wheat found support with weather concerns in the Northern and Southern Plains while soybeans leaked a bit lower. Traders are also gearing up for the April WASDE report on Tuesday. John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the markets. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also on today's show; Jesse Allen is joined by Brad Peterson, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Total Farm Marketing by Stewart-Peterson. Brad joins us to tell us more about the launch of Grain Market Insider. You can sign up for a free 60-day trial here: https://go.grainmarketinsider.com/markettalk
Plus, it looks like some planting windows will open up this week across the Corn Belt while flooding concerns are imminent across the Northern Plains. We take a look at this week's weather forecast with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien Ag Solutions. Sign up for his daily weather newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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Markets are quiet to start the week after Easter. We discuss what the markets are looking at across grains and livestock today with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Markets are closed on Friday ahead of the Easter weekend. On today's show, we talk markets and ag economy with David Widmar of Agricultural Economic Insights. Plus, the latest on the farm bill discussions and more with John Bode of the Corn Refiners Association and continued conversations about the carbon market with Mark Worner of Agoro Carbon Alliance.
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Soybeans, corn and Chicago wheat were under pressure as we head to the Easter holiday weekend and no markets until Monday. Cattle had a strong day while hogs were a mixed bag. We discuss what's going on in the market, managing stress of spring planting with your marketing and much more with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We also have a look at many news headlines including a deep dive into the cattle market, immigration/labor issues and more on today's show.
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Soybeans seeing some pressure headed to the holiday weekend while there was spillover in corn and Chicago wheat. Meantime, cattle had a robust day to the upside. We talk markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, for our Midday Commentary on this Thursday, April 6th, 2023.
Markets were mixed to lower again on Wednesday but corn and soybeans settled well of the lows of the day. What do we make of the charts, fundamentals and more in this holiday shortened trading week? Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, we kick off the show with Agoro Carbon Alliance agronomist Mark Worner as we learn more about Agoro and the carbon markets as a whole. Learn more at https://www.agorocarbon.com.
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The markets had a "risk-off" tone across the board on Tuesday. What was the driver of the day? Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net joins us to provide some perspective beyond the headline news that impacted the markets on Tuesday.
Also, we discuss spring fuel needs and preparations as we get ready for widespread field work. Erin Wroge, Senior Product Manager for Refined Fuels Marketing at CHS, joins us to discuss the importance of fuel maintenance, fuel selection and more.
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Markets have turned 'risk-off" on this Tuesday after the morning JOLTS jobs report and other economic news has traders fearing a recession once again. That has impacted commodities with wheat trying to hold gains after poor crop ratings Monday afternoon. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
Soybeans and soybean oil were higher on Monday along with the 6% jump in crude oil. The OPEC+ announcement of over one million barrels per day being cut from production was a surprise that added to money flow in grains and oilseeds. Corn and wheat closed well off the highs though and that was a disappointment. Livestock were lower as well on Monday.
We talk about markets with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Plus, a look at the weather forecast for the week ahead with more severe weather and snow on the way. Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien joins us to discuss the forecast. Sign up for his daily newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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The OPEC+ announcement of cutting over 1 million barrels a day of oil production is the headline impacting commodities on the day Monday. We discuss with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
The USDA Prospective Plantings and Quarterly Grain Stocks Reports have come and gone. How did the trade react to the numbers? Soybeans had a bullish reaction for sure while we saw spread trading in corn and wheat was mixed. We go through the numbers, talk risk management post report, look at livestock and more on today's show.
DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more online at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
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USDA numbers are out and there were a few surprises to the market, particularly in soybeans. We get the details and thoughts from Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, for our Midday Commentary on Friday, March 31st, 2023.
Grain and oilseed markets were fairly quiet on Thursday as traders appear somewhat nervous ahead of Friday's USDA reports. What will USDA say in their Prospective Plantings and Quarterly Grain Stocks Reports that will drive the market one way or another? Also, what should farmers be thinking about heading into this report to protect risk? We discuss today in Segment Three and Four with Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also in Segment One, many farmers and ranchers are still learning and navigating the carbon credit markets as we focus on carbon sequestration, climate change and more. Agoro Carbon Alliance agronomist Mark Worner joins us today to tell us more about the company and how they are helping farmers and ranchers. You can learn more online at https://www.agorocarbonalliance.com.
Plus in Segment Two, ahead of Friday's USDA numbers, Farmers Business Network (FBN) has released their plantings report. Their customer survey does show some interesting differences compared to USDA projections and estimates. FBN Chief Economist Kevin McNew joins us to discuss. Learn more online by going to https://www.fbn.com.
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Sorry for the delayed upload on Wednesday
We discuss the market trade and how we moved well of the highs on Wednesday with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Wednesday was a very interesting trading day as we started with a ton of strength and ended up mixed in commodities. Wheat led the way higher early on worries about supply out of Russia but ended up finishing some 20-30 cents off its daily highs. Corn and soybeans were firm and livestock were mixed. We discuss the market trade with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, we wrap today's show discussing proper lubricants for your farm equipment as we get rolling this spring. Kevin Meyer, Cenex® technical product representative, joins us to discuss.
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Soybeans, meal, KC wheat and spring wheat were all higher on the day Tuesday with continued strength. Corn finished quiet around unchanged even though we saw another corn sale to China. Livestock trade was mixed on the day. Overall, what are these markets focused on as we near the end of the month and the big USDA report day on Friday? Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net joins us to discuss.
What is the outlook for fertilizer availability, pricing and more this spring? What do farmers need to remember if they need to get product as we begin spring planting season? Todd Dysle, Product Manager for UAN and Ammonia at CHS, joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.chsinc.com.
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Soybeans, meal, KC wheat and spring wheat are all having a strong day on Tuesday. Corn, even with yet another sale to China, is trading mixed around unchanged and the livestock market is mostly lower after an impressive start to the week. We discuss market action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, in our Midday Commentary.
On Monday, it was mostly green on the screen across commodities and the broader market trade. Grains are gearing up for the big USDA reports at the end of the week with wheat and soybeans leading to the upside. Cattle and hogs had a stellar day as well trading triple digits higher in many contracts. Crude was also up 2-3% on the day. We discuss markets with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Devastating severe weather late last week, heavy rain in the eastern Corn Belt and more storms on the way this week. We take a look at the weather with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien. Sign up for his daily weather newsletter, straight to your e-mail, here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
Plus, we discuss the farm bill outlook, sustainability issues and much more with GROWMARK. Chuck Spencer, Executive Director, Corporate and Government Relations at GROWMARK, joins us for a conversation.
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On today's program, we cover a few different topic surrounding agriculture to wrap up the week.
In Segment One, we go back to our interview on Monday with Chris Swift of Swift Trading Company to get an updated outlook on the cattle markets.
In Segment Two, the Surface Transportation Board announced that it has approved the merger of Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern railroads. We get an update on the STB announcement and the impact this could have on agriculture with Mike Steenhoek, Executive Director of the Soy Transportation Coalition.
Next in Segment Three, with March being Women's History Month, we discuss the role that women play in agriculture with Heather Hampton-Knodle. She is an Illinois farmer and the President of American Agri-Women. Learn more online at https://americanagriwomen.org.
And finally in Segment Four, take a look at the current outlook for chicken prices in relation to the rest of the meat sector. Brian Earnest, lead animal protein economist at CoBank joins us to discuss. You can read his latest report here: https://bit.ly/409q4LP
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The soy complex on Friday saw more heavy pressure and fund related selling as they liquidated long positions in the market. Corn and wheat were relatively firm on the day with more sales of corn to China and spreading between Chicago and KC wheat. We talk markets with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we head back to the 2023 Commodity Classic and have a conversation about the farm economy with Matt Erickson of Farm Credit. Listen in for his thoughts on the state of the ag economy as we head further into this year.
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The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 25 basis points on Wednesday; the commodity markets didn't show much reaction to that news though. We did see pressure in soybeans and wheat though throughout the day with corn holding firm. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss what's driving the markets midweek. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
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Markets are mostly lower on Wednesday with soybeans and Chicago wheat leading the way to the downside. What will the Federal Reserve say as it wraps up its two day meeting today and is that casting a cloud over the commodity markets? Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Markets started the day higher on Tuesday before falling lower across grains and oilseeds. What was the reasoning behind this downturn from the morning highs? Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net joins us to try and make sense of the overall market tone and direction. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, we kick off the show today with a look at the cattle markets after the recent March Cattle on Feed Report. Chris Swift with Swift Trading Company joins us to provide insight. Learn more online at https://www.shootinthebull.com.
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Markets were mostly quiet and choppy on Monday as we continue to watch outside market worries permeate throughout the trade. What will the Federal Reserve do this week with interest rates? Will there be anymore fallout to the banking sector worries? John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to walk through the markets and the impacts on grains and livestock. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, what is the weather outlook for this week ahead and as we enter into spring planting season? Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien joins us to discuss. Sign up for his daily weather newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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Markets on Friday saw corn firm with more China sales, wheat finding some strength and the soy complex under pressure. Outside market worries along with updated CFTC data showing various fund moves in the market really weighed on the trade. We discuss markets with Kent Beadle of Paradigm Futures on today's program. Learn more at https://www.paradigmfutures.net.
We also, in Segment One, get some market thoughts from Ryan Moe of StoneX from our Midday Commentary. The March Cattle on Feed Report came out after the close and Jesse Allen has a look at that and news headlines in Segment Three.
Finally, we wrap up with Peter Martin of Pinion Global today and learn more about some new farm business management software from them that could help on your operation. Learn more at https://www.pinionglobal.com.
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Markets on Thursday were quiet to firm in corn with wheat lower and soybeans mixed. Cattle had a strong day while hogs collapsed. We discuss the outside market pressures, more corn sales to China and the overall tone of the trade with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We get the latest updates on ASF, JEV, PRRS and more with Dr. Paul Sundberg of the Swine Health Information Center. Plus, an update on their latest round of funding for the Wean to Harvest Biosecurity program. Learn more online at https://www.swinhealth.org.
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Markets are mixed with corn seeing support from more export sales to China while soybeans and wheat lack a bullish story. We discuss grains, livestock and the latest on the outside markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
More volatility was seen across the markets on Wednesday with heavy pressure in equities and energies (minus the U.S. dollar surging higher). Old crop corn and wheat were a little higher despite all the outside market moves with the soy complex and livestock under pressure. We talk markets with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Plus, what is the latest in the fertilizer markets as we head towards spring planting and pre-plant application? Josh Linville, VP of Fertilizer at StoneX, joins us for an update.
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Plenty of pressure in the outside markets, more corn sales to China, a soaring U.S. dollar and that's just the tip of the iceberg so to speak. We discuss the midweek market trade with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
We saw more market volatility on Tuesday as we watch Wall Street, supply/demand fundamentals and much more. We talk how the outside markets are factoring into commodities, rumored corn sales showing up, risk management and more today with Jacob Burks of AgMarket.net. Learn more online by going to https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, we listen back to more updates from Commodity Classic last week in Orlando as we talk with FMC's Gail Stratman and Jack Cornell of the United Soybean Board.
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Markets were mixed to lower on the day Monday as there is plenty of headline risk and outside pressure being seen in the markets. The bank failures have been driving the worry in the markets and it is creating volatility in commodities. We talk about that and other news with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we head back to last week at Commodity Classic and learn more about new products from AGI as well as the new Maverick corn herbicide from Valent USA.
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Markets are mixed as we feel outside pressure from the stock market and the SVB bank collapse weigh into the broader commodity market trade. We discuss the implication and more with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
It's day two of our live broadcast at Commodity Classic with the National Corn Growers Association. We talk trade, the Mexico GMO corn issue, EU relations and more with Troy Schneider and Jim Bauman from NCGA.
We also talk the rough week in the markets with Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing.
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On Thursday, we are live at the 2023 Commodity Classic in Orlando, FL talking all things corn! Our friends at the National Corn Growers Association welcomed us into their booth as we talk demand, new uses and much more. Troy Schnieder and Sarah McKay with NCGA joins Jesse Allen throughout the show.
Also, we talk markets and the bearishness in the trade with Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net and Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge on today's show.
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Markets finished relatively mixed after the release of the March WASDE report from USDA on Wednesday. Why are these markets not trading fundamentals and more of the financial/outside market news? We dive in to what is happening with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics on today's show.
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The March WASDE report is out from USDA and we saw some bigger than expected moves in Argentine corn/soy production and U.S. corn ending stocks. We discuss the report and the market action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX on our Midday Commentary.
Bearishness was the trend on Tuesday across grains, livestock, energies and stocks. Chicago and KC wheat held up ok but most everything else was under pressure. We discuss what drove the trade, look ahead to Wednesday March WASDE report and more. Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net is our guest today on the show.
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Markets are under bearish pressure on Tuesday as we watch comments from Fed Chair Powell on Capitol Hill. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Soybeans, soymeal and cattle were the big winners to start the week on Monday while we saw plenty of pressure in Chicago and KC wheat. Corn was largely caught in the middle of the grains as we finished up just slightly weaker. Overall, not a ton of fresh news to start the week but the March WASDE report is right around the corner. John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Yet another active weather pattern ahead for this week across the U.S. while we are also seeing a potentially aggressive shift to an El Nino pattern across the globe. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien joins us to discuss. Sign up for his free daily newsletter: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather.
A new study out last week shows the economic impact of the potato industry on the U.S. economy. We talk about that, new officers elected to the National Potato Council and much more as Jesse Allen sits down with NPC CEO Kam Quarles. Learn more at https://www.nationalpotatocouncil.org.
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Soybeans and soybean meal are rallying again to start the week while winter wheat is under pressure and corn is caught in the middle of it all. Cattle are showing a good start to the week as well. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
Soybeans, soymeal and cattle were the market leaders to round out the week on Friday. After a rough start to the week wrapping up February we saw plenty of new money flow into commodities with the calendar turning to March. We discuss the market trade today with DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
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On this Friday, we're seeing strength in soybeans and soybean meal along with the cattle markets. Overall, money flow is positive again across commodities as we look to wrap the week on a high note. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us with analysis and perspective.
A jam packed show for you today! First, we take a hard look at the charts, fundamentals and more of what is driving the grain markets as we begin the month of March. Also, a good look at the fat/feeder relationship and what's happening in the cattle markets. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Next, we discuss Thursday market trade action more in depth with Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing. Bryan and Jesse Allen discuss export demand/sales, overall trends in grains, basis and farmer selling, the dairy market and much more. Learn more online by going to https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
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Grain and oilseed markets are doing their best to continue the rally on Thursday after a solid rebound on Wednesday. We discuss what's happening in the trade, the latest StoneX Brazil customer surveys and the livestock trade with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
As we start the month of March, we take a look at the markets and the broader economy with Chad Hart. Chad is an Economist at Iowa State University and he gives us some perspective on the pressure we've seen in grains as of late and some things to keep in mind with your marketing plans moving forward.
Also, in a special interview, our good friend Mike Pearson (host of our sister program AOA) sits down with Earth Optics CEO Lars Dyrud to learn more about their company and what they are doing to help farmers and ranchers.
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In this special interview, our good friend Mike Pearson (host of our sister program AOA) sits down with Earth Optics CEO Lars Dyrud to learn more about their company and what they are doing to help farmers and ranchers.
Soybeans and meal had a collapse on Tuesday with the rest of the grains and oilseeds lower as well. Livestock were quietly higher in cattle and mixed in hogs on the day. How much technical damage did we do on the charts Tuesday? Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net joins us to discuss the market trade.
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On Monday, the markets moved lower led once again by Chicago and KC wheat. Plenty of different items combining together to give us bearish pressure to start the week. Cattle saw consolidation type trade to start off the week as well. John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Plus, a very active start to the week of weather across the country. We discuss severe weather, snow, March outlook and more with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien. Sign up for his daily newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
We also head back to the Cattle Industry Convention to discuss vaccines with Dr. Tim Parks of Merck and spring calving season with Dr. Jody Wade of Boehringer Ingelheim.
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Grain and oilseed markets are mostly under pressure to start the week. We discuss what is happening in the trade with Mark Lucas of StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
Markets were mostly lower on the day Friday as we saw plenty of technical trade to the downside, outside market pressure and much more. We discuss the week of trade with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge on today's show. Learn more online at https://www.zaner.com.
Also, we go back to the Cattle Industry Convention from a few weeks ago to learn more about Performance Livestock Analytics. Emma Coffman joined us on the trade show floor to walk us through some of what they can do for beef producers. You can learn at https://performancelivestockanalytics.com.
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It's a mostly risk-off trade once again on Friday as recession fears impact the broader commodity trade. We discuss the reaction in grains and livestock with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
It was a mostly lower day in grains as we saw some consolidation trade. Old crop corn and KC wheat had a rougher day though while livestock trade was mostly higher led by feeder cattle. We talk markets with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we talk about how to prevent burn related injuries at home and on the farm in our February Progressive Agriculture Foundation Safety Message. Jana Davidson with Progressive Agriculture Foundation joins us to discuss. Learn more online at https://www.progressiveag.org.
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Markets are fairly quiet on Thursday across grains and livestock. We discuss the impact of USDA's Ag Outlook Forum numbers on the trade as well as the impact of Brazilian beef exports being halted to China. We talk markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Chicago and KC wheat were the downside leaders in grains and oilseeds on the day Wednesday along with energies. Plenty of outside market worries that led to some technical moves in these markets. We discuss what's going on with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online by going to https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
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We saw plenty of pressure in grains, oilseeds and energies on the day Wednesday. We discuss whether this was a technical move or something else on the day with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Soybeans and hogs were the upside leaders at midday on Tuesday with pressure in the stock market. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, discusses the market trade out of the holiday weekend in our Midday Commentary.
The soy complex and lean hogs were the two markets notably higher coming out of the three day holiday weekend on Tuesday. Weather concerns in Argentina fueled soybeans while strong cutouts on Friday fueled hogs. We take a look at grains and livestock and get analysis with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, weather is going to be very impactful this week across the U.S. with snow, ice and severe weather. We talk with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien to get the latest and also insight into the weekend frost in parts of Argentina that drove the soy market to start the week. Sign up for his daily weather newsletter online here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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Monday is President's Day in the U.S. and that means the markets are closed today. However, we're still going to talk some markets on today's show. Ken Zuckerberg, lead grain and farm supply economist at CoBank, joins us in Segment 3 to discuss how the drop in fertilizer prices may not affect acreage decisions this spring. Read his latest column here: https://bit.ly/3SaTTsx
In Segment 2, we have a conversation about the beef industry and optimism among ranchers. John Stika, President of Certified Angus Beef, joins us to discuss. Learn more online at https://www.cabcattle.com.
And lastly in Segment 4, we talk about the future of precision ag and technology/data in agriculture with Kevin Heikes from Intent. Learn more online at https://www.intent.ag.
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Ahead of a three day holiday weekend, markets were mixed to slightly higher on the day Friday with corn, soybeans and KC wheat in the green. Crude oil was under pressure all day long though and we saw the U.S. dollar quiet on the day. We talk the market trade with Kristi Van-Ahn Kjeseth of Van Ahn & Company. Learn more at https://www.vanahnco.com.
Plus, a little more coverage from the 2023 National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, KY as we talk with Doug Stucky from Great Plains about some of their new equipment being showcased at the show. Learn more at https://www.greatplainsag.com.
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Grain and livestock markets are mostly higher at midday on Friday with crude oil and the U.S. dollar under pressure. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss the trade as we head into a three-day weekend.
We saw a fairly quiet trading day on Thursday as grains and livestock settled mostly mixed. Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the market action. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Plus, we are broadcasting live at the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, KY today. We talk with a few different folks on the show floor during today's program. In Segment One, we talk ag tires with Chris Neidert of Trelleborg and Mitas. Then in Segment Two, we talk with Conor Bergin of Fendt and learn about Traction Ag with the company's Hannah Everetts.
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Markets were mostly "risk off" and lower on the day Wednesday with wheat and soybeans the downside leaders. The dollar was sharply higher on the day which contributed to the pressure. We take a look at inflation data, energies and fundamentals in the grain/livestock trade with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online by going to https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
As farmers look to improve performance and yields, how does using ammonium sulfate (AMS) help soybean farmers do just that? We talk with Iowa farmer Ryan Reimers about recent trials he did with AdvanSix using AMS on his soybeans. You can also learn more online at https://supplementyoursoybeans.advansix.com.
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Markets were mostly lower at midday on Wednesday with a higher U.S. dollar part of the reason. We discuss the trade action midweek and get analysis with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Markets ended mixed to lower on Valentine's Day Tuesday with little fresh news to drive grains and livestock. We did get the Consumer Price Index out on Tuesday morning but the trade largely digested those numbers in stride. We discuss the markets today with Jacob Burks of AgMarket.net. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Plus, we round out the show looking at the cattle market a little more with Paul Dykstra. He is the Director, Supply Management and Analysis with Certified Angus Beef. Learn more at https://www.cabcattle.com.
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On this Valentine's Day Tuesday, markets are fairly mixed and quiet. We saw inflation data out on Tuesday morning that's impacting the broader markets with grains and livestock just trading cautious and choppy. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX joins us to discuss.
We saw a decently mixed to higher day in grains and livestock had a strong day across cattle and hog trade on Monday. Overall, what do we make of some of the chart moves? Is there reason to worry in the soy complex? We discuss the market action with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing on today's program. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, what does this week's weather forecast have in store for us? It sounds like quite a bit from snow to rain to big temp swings in some parts of the U.S. over the next week. We get a look at the forecast, South American weather and more with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien. Sign up for his daily newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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Wheat markets surged higher on Friday while corn and the soy complex followed moderately higher as well. Russia announced a 5% cut in oil production which pushed WTI Crude Oil higher on the day and more tensions between Russia/Ukraine seemed to add fuel to the bullish fire in grains on the day. Livestock were mixed as we watched cash cattle trade to wrap the week. DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing joins us to discuss the trade. Learn more online at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Also, Rabobank has released its Global Pork Quarterly Q1 2023 Report and it has some interesting insights into the pork market as we start the year. Author Christine McCracken, Senior Analyst – Animal Protein at Rabobank, joins us to discuss the report. View it here: https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/sectors/animal-protein/pork-quarterly-q1-2023.html
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On Friday, we are seeing the wheat markets surge higher and also corn and the soy complex moving higher as well. Crude oil is higher amid Russia's 5% cut to oil production and more intensifying of the war between Russia and Ukraine. We discuss what's driving the markets to end the week with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We are on location today for United Soybean Board's February meeting in Nashville, TN and have a busy show planned for this Thursday! We kicked off today's show with Meagan Kaiser, Chair of United Soybean Board, to discuss the February meeting and her vision for the board this year.
In Segment 2 we talk with Mac Marshall, VP of Market Intelligence with the United Soybean Board. We look at the latest WASDE report impact, South America concerns, domestic crush expansion and much more.
Joining us with a Thursday market recap in Segment 3 as we saw a mixed to lower day in the trade is Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we wrap up the show in Segment 4 with Tennessee farmer and USB Board Member Steve May to wrap up the show today. Learn more online at https://www.unitedsoybean.org.
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Markets on Thursday are mixed to lower as there doesn't seem to be any follow through buying conviction after yesterday's WASDE report from USDA. We discuss the markets, export sales and more with Arlan Suderman of StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
Wheat led grains higher on Wednesday after the release of the February WASDE Report from USDA. Very few changes in the report but we did see cuts to Argentine production and a few changes to the U.S. corn and soybean balance sheets. We discuss the report and look at fundamentals with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics on today's show. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, we listen back to our Midday Commentary with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in segment one with a WASDE recap and analysis. We wrap up the show in segment four with a look at the latest ag news headlines.
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The February World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates are out, with very little change seen to the U.S. and World numbers. There was a cut to soybean crush, which raised the U.S. carryout while we saw some bigger cuts to Argentine corn and soy production. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to break down the numbers and market reaction.
We have a busy show on tap for you today; more coverage from AgMarket.net's Farming for Profit, Not Price conference in Nashville, TN. We are joined on the show by Jim McCormick, Tyler Schau and Robin Schmahl of AgMarket.net as well as the President of John Stewart & Associates, Brian Burke. Plenty of market discussion ranging from grains to livestock and dairy on today's show. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
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A jam packed show on tap for this Monday as we broadcast live from the AgMarket.net Farming for Profit, Not Price conference in Nashville, TN. We kick off the show talking technicals and the conference with Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net.
We also have a conversation with Dave Hightower, President of The Hightower Report about the global market picture and much more. Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien joins us to talk about the weather as well and we discuss Monday's closing markets with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing as well. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com and also sign up for Eric's daily newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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Markets starting the week are mixed to lower with a lack of fresh news in the trade. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss what he is seeing in the markets that is leading to some of the early week pressure.
On Friday, we wrapped from day three of the Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show in New Orleans. We started the show talking ag policy, markets and more with Richard Fordyce, Business Growth Director of Agriculture at Osborn Barr Paramore.
Then, we talked the cattle contract library pilot program and cattle markets in general with Tanner Beymer, Senior Director of Government Affairs at NCBA. And we rounded out the show talking with the new president of the NCBA, Todd Wilkinson from South Dakota.
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Soybeans and livestock had a strong rebound on Thursday after selling pressure midweek. Meantime, corn and wheat struggled throughout the day and ended relatively firm to lower. We take a look at the markets and get and idea of fundamentals with Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing on today's show. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Plus, we continue live from the Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show in New Orleans, LA today. We talk global trade, sustainability and more with Justin Sherrard, Global Strategist- Animal Protein at Rabobank.
We discuss environmental and endangered species issues impacting ranchers with Kaitlynn Glover serves as the Executive Director of the Public Lands Council and the National Cattlemen's Beef Association Natural Resources.
And we wrap up the show talking the Beef Checkoff and more with Greg Hanes, CEO of the Cattlemens Beef Board.
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We saw plenty of market news on Wednesday with the Federal Reserve raising interest rates 0.25%, as expected. There was spread trade within corn and soybeans while cattle reacted to the Cattle Inventory Report. We discuss with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, we discuss more on the Cattle Inventory Report and get a beef outlook for 2023 and beyond. Lance Zimmerman, Senior Beef Analyst at Rabobank kicks off the show with us to discuss that. Plus, we wrap up today's show by having a conversation with NCBA CEO, Collin Woodall live at Cattle Con 2023.
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Tuesday ended up being a fairly mixed market day with wheat showing some strength led by Chicago and KC. We have a technical discussion, especially on soybeans and corn, with Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net on today's show.
We also talk new soybean research with Nick Frederking of AgriGold on today's program.
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On Monday, we saw the market trade mostly higher led by the soy complex to start the week. We discuss the markets and fundamentals we are watching with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Plus, what's the latest on this week's forecasted cold weather and winter weather conditions in the U.S.? How about a drier outlook for Argentina once again? Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien joins us to discuss the weather outlook.
And, we discuss AgroLiquid's upcoming Crop Nutrition Week with Reid Abbott. The virtual event is being held February 6th-10th and you can learn more at https://www.cropnutritionweek.com.
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On Friday, markets were fairly quiet overall. We saw some consolidation in grains and a bit of profit taking in soybeans specifically on the day. Livestock trade was firm as we watched a standoff continue in feedlot country to wrap up the week. We welcome in Jeff Hoogendoorn of Professional Ag Marketing to the show to discuss the markets as we wrap up the week.
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A relatively quiet day in the markets on Friday with a bit of profit taking in grains and livestock trade is mixed. We have more economic data to sift through in the markets as well today. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss the market trade.
Thursday was a positive day across grains with wheat and soybeans the upside leader in the trade. Livestock was mixed with hogs finding some midday support to close higher. We discuss the markets and the latest news impacting the trade with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We also open the show with a look at the fertilizer markets as we're joined by Josh Linville, VP of Fertilizer at StoneX. And we have a conversation about precision agriculture and more with Laura Thompson, University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension educator and director of the Nebraska On-Farm Research Network. Learn more online at https://on-farm-research.unl.edu/
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Markets were quiet on Wednesday with soybeans and meal finding some support along with the wheat markets. Corn was choppy and livestock trade was mixed. Plenty of outside market concerns to watch and fundamentals to discuss on today's show with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
We also talk to Troy Bauer and Bill Backhaus with BASF about their recent SCN Action Month and protecting against SCN this spring.
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It's a fairly quiet day in the markets on Wednesday with soybeans and meal finding some early buying strength off overnight lows, wheat higher and corn choppy. Livestock trade is quiet as well. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Markets were mixed on the day Tuesday. Wheat and corn saw a decent bounce from yesterday's selling pressure while soybeans couldn't hold on to the gains. Livestock ended up mixed on the session as well to wrap up Tuesday. We discuss the markets with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net.
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Tuesday shows a very mixed market trade with grains trying to bounce from Monday's selling pressure while livestock are moderately lower to mixed. Outside markets are quiet as well. We discuss what's happening in the trade with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Grain markets are moving lower in reaction to heavy rains in Argentina and long liquidation by fund managers to start the week. Cattle are taking advantage of cheaper feed prices and reacting to last Friday's Cattle on Feed report. We discuss the markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, for our Midday Commentary.
Grain markets saw plenty of pressure on Monday with better rains in Argentina and longs being liquidated in the grains leading to selling pressure to start the week. Cattle had a solid day higher with weakness in corn. We discuss the markets and what the technical picture looks like with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
What is the weather pattern looking like as we work towards the end of January in the United States? It sounds like more moisture and cold weather could be on the way. We discuss that as well as South American rainfall and more with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien.
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On Friday, markets were relatively quiet across the commodity space. Wheat was a bit higher, soybeans a bit lower and corn stuck in the middle. Livestock saw a decent day led by hogs. Weekly export sales were fairly robust as well. We talk about the markets and wrap up the week with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge. Learn more online at https://www.zaner.com.
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Markets were lower across grains and livestock on the day Thursday. What do we make of the downturn this week and what should we be keeping an eye on? We talk about that and discuss risk management with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more as well online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we talk about the latest trends in carbon markets and more with John Pullis of Agoro Carbon Alliance. Learn more about them online at https://www.agorocarbonalliance.com.
Plus in segment one, we get market analysis with Arlan Suderman of StoneX from our midday commentary on Thursday. Today's show is brought to you in part by Growmark/FS; learn more at https://www.growmark.com.
Markets lost upward momentum on the day Wednesday. As we lost money flow, the markets turned "risk-off" pretty much across the board in grains and livestock. The stock market closed under pressure as well on the day.
We discuss the markets and look at various fundamentals with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics on today's program. Learn more online as well at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
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Markets turned lower as the momentum and money flow seemingly went away from the trade as we worked through Wednesday. We get comments and analysis from Arlan Suderman of StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
Markets rallied off their lows yesterday and finished with positive gains across grains. Livestock were more mixed with strength in lean hogs and pressure in cattle. We discuss market fundamentals, risk management and more on today's show with Bill Biedermann of AgMarket.net. Sign up for their winter conference and learn more at https://www.agmarket.net.
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After starting lower, grain markets are climbing back towards unchanged in quiet trade while hogs are seeing a strong start to the week. Overall, markets seem to be reacting to news headlines before getting back to trading fundamentals. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
No markets on Monday for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday, but we still have plenty to talk about.
In segment one we talk the poultry industry and a global protein outlook with Christine McCracken of Rabo AgriFinance. Then in segment two we talk about CHS Q1 2023 earnings report and expansion of a partnership with Cargill as Jay Debertin, CHS President and CEO joins the show.
Then finally in segment three and four, we talk markets and get a look at conditions in South America. Pedro Dejneka, founder and partner at MD Commodities, joins us with an update and analysis.
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On Friday, markets wrapped up the week with fairly quiet action as we head to a three day weekend. Has the trade already digested the USDA reports and moved on? Should we be worried that there was a lack of follow through on Friday after the bullish response to the reports? What about the economic data we've seen this week?
We discuss the markets and wrap up the week with Tommy Grisafi of Advance Trading Inc. on today's show. Learn more online at https://www.advance-trading.com.
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Markets are quiet and choppy one day after USDA's data dump saw bullish surprises. Heading into a three day holiday weekend we discuss the markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Thursday saw the release of a ton of data headlined by USDA's January World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates, Quarterly Grain Stocks and Winter Wheat Seedings reports. We also saw the Consumer Price Index, unemployment numbers and weekly export sales all released on the day.
Grains had a solid upside move after the USDA reports while livestock finished lower. We talk markets with Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth of Van Ahn & Company. Learn more at https://www.vanahnco.com.
Also, we get more analysis of the USDA reports and talk about some new data from Farmers Business Network. FBN Chief Economist Kevin McNew joins us at the end of the show. Learn more online at https://www.fbn.com.
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The USDA reports are now available and they featured quite a few surprises along with some numbers as expected. We run through the numbers and get analysis with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
The grain markets saw generally positive money flow on Wednesday while livestock were a bit lower. Outside markets were slightly higher with crude oil up around 2% on the day. Overall, what are the market signals telling us ahead of Thursday's USDA reports? We discuss the market with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics in segment two and three. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, we get bonus analysis ahead of the USDA reports with Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing. Bryan normally joins us on Thursday's but he's joining us a day early to provide his perspective on the market trade. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
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Money flow has been generally positive in grains on Wednesday with livestock trading lower. We discuss the market action and look ahead at the Thursday USDA reports with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
On Tuesday, ag markets were fairly mixed with wheat under a bit of pressure. Some bull spreading was seen in corn and soybeans were a little lower. Also there was mixed to lower action in cattle and hogs. It appears the trade is gearing up for Thursday's USDA reports. We discuss with Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, is your farm management and business plan up to date? Do you need to make changes and don't know where to start? We discuss New Years Resolutions when it comes to farm business management with Davon Cook of Pinion. Learn more online at https://www.pinionglobal.com.
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Grains fell off their highs on Monday while livestock held higher. Overall, it felt like a quiet start to the week which features the January World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates from USDA on Thursday. We talk markets today with DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing. Learn more at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Plus, is there a weather pattern shift coming in our not too distant future? We get details from Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien. Sign up for his daily newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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As we start off the week of the January WASDE report, we discuss market action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
The soy complex saw a strong rebound on Friday after a rough week of trade across commodities. Corn and wheat were firm on the day with livestock under pressure. Dismal weekly export sales, a solid stock market, quiet crude oil market, South American weather and the upcoming January WASDE Report from USDA are all things on the mind of traders as we wrap up week one of 2023.
Ted Seifried with Zaner Ag Hedge joins us to discuss and provide market analysis on today's show. Learn more online at https://www.zaner.com.
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Soybeans and the soy complex are showing strength on Friday after the down days this week while corn and wheat are mixed. Livestock are under pressure while outside markets are showing a nice up day on Friday. Ryan Moe of StoneX joins us with Midday Commentary.
Markets were mixed to lower on Thursday with Minneapolis spring wheat helping to bring Chicago and KC winter wheats back near unchanged along with corn. Soybeans had pressure despite nearby strength in soybean meal. A better than expected jobs report put pressure on the stock market as well. We get perspective and analysis from Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we talk New Year's Resolutions and farm safety/health with Jana Davidson of the Progressive Agriculture Foundation. Learn more about the foundation and Progressive Agriculture Safety Days for children online at https://www.progressiveag.org.
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Grains and oilseeds were under pressure again on Wednesday led lower by wheat. Lean hogs found pressure after starting higher while both live and feeder cattle had a solid day higher. What do we make of this rough start to the year in commodities? Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to provide analysis today.
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Markets started 2023 off on the wrong foot with a "risk-off" day across commodities. Soybeans, soybean meal and wheat saw the most pressure on the day with livestock down moderately across cattle and hogs. We discuss the markets and look at technicals with Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net. Learn more online by going to https://www.agmarket.net.
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Markets are pushing lower on this first trading day of 2023 with soybeans leading the way, breaking below $15 on the move. Livestock are also under heavy pressure as the U.S. dollar moves sharply higher. We discuss the markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Happy New Year! As the markets are closed and we observe New Year's Day on Monday, we kick off the show with a recap of Friday's market trade action to finish out the week and year.
Then, we listen back to recent conversations with Ed Usset from University of Minnesota, Chad Hart from Iowa State University and David Widmar of Agricultural Economic Insights. They provide thoughts on the markets as we wrap up 2022 and turn the page to 2023 in front of us.
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Grain markets saw more strength on Friday led by soybeans, soybean meal and wheat. Livestock were lower as we saw positions squared up ahead of the new year. In segment one, we get market analysis on the final trading day of 2022 with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
In segment two and four, we discuss some of the top news headlines of the week including comments on the beef industry with Dr. Darrell Peel of Oklahoma State University and much more.
And also in segment three, we listen back to recent interviews with Jim McCormick and Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net as they reflect on the year in the markets in 2022 and keep an eye towards 2023. It includes comments about rewarding rallies (much like the one we're seeing in soybeans to wrap the year).
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On today's program, we look more at the end of the year in the markets and the ag economy. David Widmar with Agricultural Economic Insights joins us to have a conversation about some of the top storylines of the year and a look ahead to 2023. Learn more online at https://www.aei.ag.
Also, we have a conversation with Corn Refiners Association President and CEO John Bode. We discuss CRA's outlook for the upcoming farm bill and much more.
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Soybeans, so far, are holding above $15 on the board with strength in soybean oil on Thursday. Wheat under some pressure while corn is quiet and choppy along with livestock. We discuss the trade with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
On today's show, we have a conversation with Ed Usset from the University of Minnesota. Plenty of grain market thoughts and advice as we wrap up the year and head to 2023. That includes some great thoughts on the soy crush industry and the impact it could have in future years.
Erin Wroge, Cenex fuels expert, joins us to discuss the latest in Cenex Premium Diesel including a new formulation of Ruby Fieldmaster. You can also learn more online at https://www.cenex.com.
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On today's program, we continue to discuss the past year in the markets and look ahead to 2023. What are the big issues on the minds of traders heading into the new year? What should you be thinking about as you do your year end planning?
Joining us today to discuss is Chad Hart, Economist with Iowa State University and Matt Bennett with AgMarket.net.
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As many folks observed Christmas Day on Monday, we have a conversation about the year that was in 2022 and a look ahead to 2023. Richard Fordyce, Business Growth Director of Agriculture with Osborn Barr Paramore (OBP) joins us to discuss agriculture as we near the new year.
We also talk about the latest in swine health, the SHIC Progress Report and more with Dr. Megan Niederwerder of the Swine Health Information Center. Learn more online by going to https://www.swinehealth.org.
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On Friday, we saw the grain trade find some strength before traders exited the markets ahead of the holiday weekend. Soybeans and winter wheat led to the upside on the session with crude oil providing support as well. Livestock trade was mixed as traders seemingly squared positions ahead of Friday afternoon reports.
We discuss the markets as we wrap up the week with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge. Learn more at https://www.zaner.com.
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Grain markets were mostly higher and livestock were mixed as many traders headed to the sidelines early for the holiday break. We discuss the trade action on Friday with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
Grain and livestock markets were mixed to lower on the day Thursday amid revised GDP numbers that sent the stock market lower. That influenced the broader commodity trade in this thin, low volume holiday trading. Weekly export sales were weak (except for pork) and there was little fresh news to drive the trade. We discuss with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we take a look at soybean performance in 2022 and get some agronomic tips for 2023 soybeans with Ryan Dunsbergen of Golden Harvest.
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Grain and livestock markets are mixed to lower on Thursday amid pressure in the outside markets. We discuss the impact of the revised GDP numbers on the economy and the commodity markets with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Grain and livestock markets had a solid day on Wednesday with winter wheat and lean hogs the leaders. We talk fundamentals, chart signals and more in a discussion with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics on today's show. Learn more online by going to https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
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Grain and livestock markets are having a solid day to the upside on Wednesday in thin, pre-holiday trading. The stock market is also having a solid day. We discuss what is moving the trade with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We saw grains gain back most of what they lost on Monday in thin, technical trade on Tuesday. It's that time of year where markets can get choppy and volatile with few traders in the market. We talk the trade and risk management with Bill Biedermann of AgMarket.net.
Also, we go back to the NAFB Convention from last month and a conversation with Greg Hanes, CEO of the Cattlemen's Beef Board, about some of the things they are watching and working on. Plus we get market analysis to start the show with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
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Markets on Monday were mostly lower in the grain trade, led down by soybeans and soybean meal. Corn and wheat had some mild pressure with mixed action in livestock. We discuss the markets to start the week with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Another winter storm on the horizon for Christmas? Plus, how long and deep does this arctic cold weather last? We discuss the weather outlook for the week ahead with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien. Signup for his daily weather newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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Markets are pushing lower in grains and mixed in livestock as we start the week before Christmas. Is this some pre-holiday selling or something else going on? Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss Monday's market action.
Overall, grain market trade was quiet on Friday. We saw some spreading between the soy complex and corn/wheat with some inter-market spreads thrown in. Livestock had a strong end to the week led by lean hogs on Friday. We discuss the week of trade, the Fed, marketing during the holiday season and more with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net on today's show.
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Overall, markets are trading within their recent ranges on Friday as we head towards the weekend. Stock market watchers are still nervous as we see more pressure but commodities as a whole are quiet on the day. We discuss grains and livestock trade with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Markets were fairly choppy on Thursday as corn and wheat found a little support but soybeans saw pressure. Livestock were lower and that could be tied to a sharply lower day in the stock market. The Dow Jones was down considerably in reaction to the latest Fed rate hike. Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the markets. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we discuss a 15 year scholarship partnership between BASF and NCGA. Scott Kay, VP US Agriculture Solutions at BASF, joins us to discuss the company's role in the future of ag leaders.
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Markets are fairly choppy today with corn and wheat a bit higher but soybeans under pressure and the stock market under pressure as well (more reaction to the Fed's latest announcement). We discuss the trade with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, on this Thursday.
Markets were closely watching the latest comments from the Federal Reserve on Wednesday afternoon as well as seeing a bit of light profit taking in the grains. DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing joins us to discuss the market action midweek. Learn more online at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Also, what is the latest when it comes to not only fertilizer pricing as we near the end of the year but also logistics of getting product? Josh Linville, VP of Fertilizer with StoneX joins us to discuss the details.
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On Tuesday, we saw better than expected CPI data that showed inflation down a little more than analysts expected. The soybean complex was strong but corn and wheat both finished well off the highs and so did the stock market. Livestock market was solid as well. We discuss the markets with Jacob Burks of AgMarket.net on today's show.
Also, we discuss wireworms and their impact on wheat with Curtis Rainbolt, Technical Service Rep with BASF. Rainbolt also discusses 2022 wheat performance and an outlook for 2023.
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Wheat and corn had a solid move to the upside on Monday while soybeans and soybean meal were very overbought and found pressure on Monday. We discuss the market action to start the week with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we discuss this week's major weather maker with snow, ice and more across much of the Northern Plains and Upper Midwest in the forecast. Better than expected rains in Argentina were seen over the weekend and the potential of La Nina ending are all talking points today with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien. Sign up for his daily weather newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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Wheat and corn are finding some buying strength to start the week while soybeans and soybean meal are under pressure. Some are saying it's due to better rains in Argentina over the weekend but is that truly the case? Arlan Suderman of StoneX provides his perspective on that and more in our Midday Commentary.
On Friday, USDA released the December WASDE report with little change made to the balance sheets both domestically and globally. Corn exports for the U.S. were cut and Argentina wheat production was cut as well. Overall, markets drifted through the day as we are now full steam ahead to the end of the year. Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth with Van Ahn & Company joins us in segment three and four to discuss the week in the market trade and the WASDE report. Learn more online at https://www.vanahnco.com.
Also, Jesse Allen is broadcasting today's show live from the United States Cattlemen's Association convention in Nashville, TN. He talks with USCA President Justin Tupper in segment one about some of the policy issues they are discussing and more. Then in segment two, he talks with USCA's Animal Health and ID Committee Chairman Dwight Keller of North Dakota about animal health issues, ID tags and more.
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The December WASDE report is out from USDA and it came in pretty much as anticipated. There were a few minor changes on the U.S. and global balance sheets though. We discuss the report with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, in our Midday Commentary for Friday, December 9th, 2022.
We saw soybeans and soybean meal lead the grain markets in rather quiet trade ahead of Friday's USDA WASDE report for December. Cattle had a strong day with hogs under pressure. We discuss market fundamentals and more with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we learn more about Tillable. Tillable, in addition to being a farm real estate platform, also allows landowners and farmers to buy, sell, rent, finance, manage and research farmland. Kavitha Sampath, Capital Markets Lead and head of Farm Financing at Tillable, joins us to discuss.
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Soybeans and meal are showing strength again on Thursday with corn and wheat mixed ahead of Friday's December WASDE report. Cattle are up moderately with hogs going the opposite direction. We discuss with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
We saw a decent rally in grains on Wednesday with wheat, soybeans and soybean meal the upside leaders. Corn continues to be stuck in a range though and livestock were just mixed. We look big picture and dive into fundamentals with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, in Segment One we discuss the new Rabobank Global Protein Outlook for 2023 and more with Lance Zimmerman, Senior Analyst – Animal Protein, with Rabobank. View the report here: https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/sectors/animal-protein/ap-outlook-2023.html
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Grains are mostly higher across the board led by a bounce in the wheat markets on Wednesday. Livestock are mixed in quiet trade after yesterday's selloff. We discuss grains, livestock and outside markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Soybeans and soybean meal were sharply higher on the day while wheat and corn just plugged along slightly lower. It was a rough day in cattle and hogs as well on Tuesday. We discuss fundamentals, risk management, outside markets and more with Bill Biedermann of AgMarket.net. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
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Soybeans and soybean meal are on a rocket to the upside on Tuesday while wheat is mixed to lower and corn is only up slightly, staying close to wheat. Cattle and hogs are under pressure and stocks are too. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX joins us to discuss.
Wheat led the grain markets to the downside on the day Monday as corn and soybean oil especially followed suit. Soybeans were under light pressure as they got pulled lower too. Cattle and hogs held up alright but a U.S. dollar rally really was a headwind. We discuss markets with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, will we see cold weather sink in anytime soon? What about precip for the week ahead? Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien joins us for a weather update.
And finally, we head back to the NAFB Convention a few weeks ago in Kansas City and talk with a few of our friends at Brevant Seeds. Ashley Bergthold and Tony Moellers joins us to discuss the 2022 season and look ahead to 2023 planting.
Markets are relatively mixed to start the week with soybeans higher and wheat under pressure. We discuss multiple items that traders are watching with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, for our Midday Commentary.
Grains are higher in light action overnight as China stock market moves higher and weather in South America is being watched closely. Jesse Allen has the latest.
A busy week of trade and a volatile Friday session calls for a jam packed program to wrap up the week!
In Segment One and Two we are joined by DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing to discuss the overall market sentiment and some risk management thoughts. We get the farmer perspective from DuWayne, a farmer himself, about what farmers should be worried about (or not worried about) in this market.
In Segment Three and Four we are joined for market perspective with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge. Ted gives us a wide scope view of the markets including a deep dive into the soy complex and biofuels. We also take a long look at the macro picture and crude oil with Ted on the show.
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We see soybean oil, wheat and corn under pressure while soybeans and soybean meal are turning higher. Plenty of volatility in the grains with livestock up slightly on the session so far. We discuss the markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Soybean oil and wheat are seeing selling overnight as the soy complex continues to react to the EPA RFS package announced Thursday. Jesse Allen has a preview of Friday's market trade.
We saw a washout in soybeans and soybean oil on Thursday; stemming from managed money getting out of long positions and the EPA RVO announcement. Corn and wheat were down moderately while hogs had a strong up day. We talk markets with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we have a discussion with FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux in Segment 2 highlighting county committee elections, ARC/PLC signup and much more.
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Soybeans and soybean oil are sinking on the day Thursday. Is it due to the EPA announcement on RVOs for 2023, 2024 and 2025? We discuss the details and the markets as a whole with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
Markets on Wednesday wrapped up November with decent strength in wheat, soybeans, soybean meal and livestock. Corn drifted again while crude oil and stocks were higher. We talk the moves by Congress to avert a rail strike, new comments from the Fed and a China heavy discussion today with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
We also get market comments from Arlan Suderman of StoneX and a look at more news headlines with Jesse Allen on today's show.
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Markets are fairly mixed as we have bounced around a bit in grains with soybeans and wheat the upside leader. We're watching commodities, energies and the stock market. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss on this Wednesday.
On today's show, Jesse Allen is broadcasting live from the Tar Spot Summit hosted by AgReliant Genetics. We learn about some of the latest research into Tar Spot with Dr. Marty Chilvers of Michigan State University in Segment One. In Segment Two, we continue to discuss with Dr. Damon Smith of the University of Wisconsin. We also talk about products and development with Mike Kavanaugh, Director of Product Development at AgReliant Genetics.
In Segment Three, we talk markets and get the latest with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net. China news, rail strike news and more is being watched closely in the trade.
Finally in Segment Four, we get a farmer perspective into tar spot as we talk with Indiana farmer Del Unger.
Markets are relatively quiet on Tuesday as we watch the latest China news, rail strike news and more. We discuss the trade with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
On Monday, we saw a mixed bag of market trade. We discuss the start of the week with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Also, we discuss the weather outlook for the week ahead with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien.
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On Friday, an abbreviated market session led to a little bit of late selling in Chicago and KC wheat. Otherwise, it was quiet and choppy in low volume action as corn was up a bit and soybeans down a few cents. Livestock drifted lower as well on the day as we head to a normal trading week next wee.
In segment one, we discuss Friday's market action with Arlan Suderman of StoneX. Then in segment two we go back to last week's NAFB Convention in Kansas City for an interview with David Widmar of Agricultural Economic Insights to discuss the markets as a whole. Kevin McNew, Chief Economist at FBN, joins us in segment three from last week's NAFB Convention to provide his perspective on the markets. And we wrap with Tom Haag, President of the NCGA, to discuss issues impacting corn farmers.
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Markets largely drifted in Friday's shortened session. We discuss the day of trade and things to watch with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, for our Midday Commentary.
Markets were closed for the Thanksgiving holiday; we wish you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving and holiday weekend.
On Thursday's show, we listen back to interviews from the NAFB Convention last week in Kansas City. We talk ag policy and more in segment one with Will Stafford of CHS.
In segment two, ethanol is on our mind as we hear from Brian Jennings with the American Coalition for Ethanol and Robert White with the Renewable Fuels Association.
In segment three, we discuss swine health with Dr. Paul Sundberg of the Swine Health Information Center before wrapping up the show with Eric Scherder of Corteva and Don Gehrls of Pioneer.
Overall, trade on Wednesday was fairly quiet headed into the Thanksgiving holiday. We did find some late buying interest in grains on the session and in turn, slipped lower in cattle and hogs on the session. Crude oil also took a hard hit on Wednesday.
We discuss trade action with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics on today's show. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, in segment one we have a recap of the Midday Commentary with Arlan Suderman of StoneX. And in segment four we talk with Troy Bettner of Belchim Crop Protection.
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Markets are largely drifting into the holiday with quiet trade action. We discuss the markets and a few news items of note with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
Amid the holiday week we saw another day of quiet trade action on Tuesday with grains and livestock both slipping a little bit lower. We discuss some potential news items to watch in the trade, locking in some 2023 sales and more. Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net joins us to discuss on today's show.
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Monday was an interesting trading day to start the week with a big reversal in crude oil while the soy complex was higher. Corn and wheat were down a bit and livestock, especially cattle, had a decent day. We discuss with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, will we see a warmup this week or not? Also, what's the latest on the drought throughout the Plains and South America's outlook? We discuss the weather this week with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien. Signup for his daily weather newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
Lastly in segment four, we look at news headlines and hear from Dr. Steve Lerner with CHR Hansen at last week's NAFB convention in Kansas City.
Today, we're broadcasting live from the NAFB Convention in Kansas City. We discuss markets and the farm economy, farm bill upcoming and much more with Richard Fordyce, Business Growth Director-Agriculture at Osborn Barr Paramore. Also, we are joined live in Kansas City by Jeremy Fountain of Summit Nutrients to discuss fertilizer issues and more about their company. At the end of the show, Mary Tolke with Aligned Ag Distributors joins us to discuss supply chain issues, what farmers need to think about with inputs and availability and much more.
Late on Tuesday, we saw the grain markets move higher in reaction to missle strikes by Russia on Ukraine and two missles reportedly straying into Poland as well. However, grains backed off the initial pop but still this raises questions about the Ukraine grain export deal and more. We discuss the markets with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, it is getting close to tax time. What are some things you need to make sure of before the end of the year and beyond? Jeff Baer of Pinion joins us to discuss some tax tips and insights. Learn more at https://www.pinionglobal.com.
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Wheat saw some buying on Monday as world wheat importers started to look for coverage on the recent price break. Soybeans were under some pressure and corn was firm to lower on the day. Livestock found some buying in lean hogs with cattle mixed but overall it was a quiet news day in the markets. John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the trade action. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
How long will it stay cold across much of the country? Is there more snow on the way for some folks? We discuss the last week of weather and what it looks like for the week ahead and more. Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien joins us to discuss. Signup for his daily newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
Also, we have a harvest wrap-up discussion with Kurt Curry, Area Business Development Manager, for Brevant Seeds.
On this Veterans Day, we wrapped up the week of trade on a positive note in grains. Soybeans and soybean oil, along with wheat, had a strong day while corn was up slightly. Livestock were mostly lower on the session along with the U.S. dollar breaking lower again Friday. We discuss a busy week in the markets with DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Also, now that the midterm elections are over (mostly that is), how do they impact the upcoming Farm Bill negotiation? What is the state of the ag economy, land prices, etc? We discuss with Curt Covington, Senior Director of Partner Relations at AgAmerica. Learn more at https://www.agamerica.com.
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On this Veterans Day, we see soybeans, soybean oil and crude oil the upside leaders in commodities as the U.S. dollar breaks lower for a second day in a row. Corn and wheat are up moderately with livestock under pressure and the stock market quiet. We discuss the trade, cash basis strength and more with Ryan Moe of StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
We saw the stock market surge on Thursday and grains were lower. Was it a rotation of money out of commodities and into the stock market? Did grains react lower to another poor week of export sales? We discuss what's going on in the markets with Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing.
Plus, Jesse Allen has a look at some of the news headlines in agriculture including an update on the potential rail strike and more. Today's show is brought to you in part by Growmark/FS; learn more at https://www.growmark.com.
We saw the stock market surge amid lower than expected CPI numbers on Thursday. Meantime, grains were trending mostly lower and livestock fairly quiet. Was this a rotation of money out of commodities and into the stock market? We discuss with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
On Wednesday, we saw the release of the USDA November WASDE Report and a few changes including an increase in U.S. corn and soybean yields. However, there were no changes to exports that many expected. Throw on top of the WASDE the results from the midterm elections and there is no shortages of items to discuss. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss the trade action on Wednesday.
Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also in segment one, Jesse Allen has comments on the WASDE with Arlan Suderman of StoneX and some of the latest news headlines and recaps of the midterm election impact on agriculture and more in both segment one and segment four.
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Overall, a fairly uneventful November WASDE Report on Wednesday but we did see U.S. corn and soybean yield increase slightly. We discuss the report as well as the midterm election impact on the markets and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
On Tuesday, markets were mostly lower during Election Day 2022. Wheat tried to move higher early but ended up being the biggest loser in the grain and oilseed trade. Livestock was mostly lower in consolidation mode as well. We discuss the elections, Wednesday's WASDE report and risk management thoughts with Bill Biedermann of AgMarket.net on today's program. Learn more at https://www.agmarket.net.
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Markets are relatively quiet on Tuesday as Election Day rolls along. Grains are choppy and livestock are giving back some of yesterday's gains. Overall, traders are watching elections and tomorrow's WASDE report from USDA. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the day's trade action.
We saw grains mostly lower on the day Monday with KC and Minneapolis wheat finishing with a little strength. Hogs had a strong day and cattle were higher as well. Plenty of different events ahead this week and next that traders are watching including the midtern elections, WASDE report on Wednesday, more inflation data, the Ukraine grain deal and more. John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the trade action we saw on Monday. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
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We saw fairly mixed to lower action in grains with livestock higher on the day Monday. There is plenty ahead of us this week in the markets including elections, a WASDE Report and more. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the trade action to start the week.
On Friday, we saw soybeans, soybean oil, soybean meal, cotton and crude oil all strong on the rumors that the Chinese economy could be opening up more as they move away from their zero Covid policy and rhetoric. Wheat found a little support as the U.S. dollar was weaker and corn did a whole lot of nothing. Livestock trade was also fairly choppy. We discuss the multiple factors influencing the markets with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge on today's show. Learn more at https://www.zaner.com.
Also on today's show; CHS has reported strong earnings and over $1 billion dollars in returns to it's member cooperatives and farmer-owners for FY2022. We discuss the news and more with Jay Debertin, President and CEO of CHS Inc. Learn more online at https://www.chsinc.com.
Soybeans and soy products are leading us higher on Friday along with crude oil and cotton. It's all tied to the rumors that China's economy is going to be restarting and moving out of COVID lockdown rhetoric. Wheat, corn and livestock are choppy and along for the ride today. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, for our Midday Commentary on this Friday, November 4th, 2022.
Markets were mixed to mostly lower on Thursday as the U.S. dollar was higher which created headwinds for commodities. Weekly export sales were strong for soybeans again and strong for pork but that's about it. We discuss the market trade action with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing on today's show. Learn more online by going to https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Jesse Allen is joined by Kam Quarles, National Potato Council CEO, to discuss a bunch of topics. We discus the potato wart issues on Prince Edward Island in Canada, Farm Bill, the upcoming election and more. Learn more online at https://www.nationalpotatocouncil.org.
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Mixed to lower action is seen in grain markets at midday on Thursday as we see a higher U.S. dollar amid the Fed's latest interest rate hike. Livestock trade is mixed as well. We discuss weekly export sales, the market action and the latest StoneX customer survey as Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us on this Thursday.
On today's show, we dive in and think about many issues impacting the markets and agriculture as we enter the month of November. Not only do we have Russia/Ukraine headlines in the news again around the grain deal but we have elections next week, a WASDE report coming up, harvest wrapping, demand concerns and more. David Widmar with Agricultural Economic Insights joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.aei.ag.
Plus, we talk with Jenna Finch. She is the Agricultural Affairs Manager for Midwest Dairy and she joins us to discuss their Dairy Experience and Agricultural Leadership (DEAL) program and why it's beneficial for the dairy checkoff, producers and consumers. Learn more online at https://www.midwestdairy.com.
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Soybeans were the star on Tuesday with good support from products, export demand and more. Wheat and corn took a breather initially but also saw some late buying slide in. Livestock were quiet on the day. We discuss the trade entering November with Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net.
Also, segment one features our Midday Commentary with Arlan Suderman of StoneX and Jesse Allen has a look at news headlines at the end of today's show.
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Soybeans are the star on Tuesday with wheat and corn relatively quiet. We discuss the grains, winter wheat condition ratings, a quiet livestock market and new jobs data impacting the outside market trade. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss.
On Monday, we saw the wheat markets surge higher after Russia suspended their participation in the Ukraine grain deal on Saturday. Wheat pulled corn and soybeans higher as well on the day as we finished near or at the highs of the day by Monday's close.
In segment three today, we discuss the latest Black Sea news and more market trade activity with two different guests. First, Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth of Van Ahn & Company joins us to provide her perspective.
In segment four, we discuss the market trade action and also dive into the hog market after it's recent big rally. Mike Minor of Professional Ag Marketing joins us to talk about that.
Also, we can't forget a look at the weather forecast for the week ahead. How are those harvest windows looking as we push to wrap things up across the Corn Belt? Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien joins us in segment two to discuss. Sign up for his daily weather newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
Plus, a bonus listen to our Midday Commentary with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in segment one of the show today.
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Wheat markets are reacting to Russia suspending it's participation in the Ukraine grain deal. Corn and soybeans are following the wheat markets as well. Plus, Wall Street gears us for this week's meeting of the Federal Reserve. We discuss the markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
As we wrapped up the week and the month of October, trade action was more of the same by the end of the day. In what started as "risk-off" trade quickly turned into mixed trade with soybeans and meal finding support through the close. Lean hogs also recovered from Thursday losses to trade higher and the Dow Jones was up over 900 points.
We discuss the trade for the week with DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
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Another fairly quiet market day on Friday as we trade within our recent ranges, although we are coming off our lows a bit around midday led by soybeans and soybean meal. A decent bounce in the hog market as well on Friday. We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
Thursday's market trade was quiet again for the most part. After starting higher, grains leaked lower amid GDP being up 0.6% in the third quarter and the U.S. Dollar moving higher in response. Weekly export sales were good for soybeans and wheat but not so much for corn, beef and pork. We discuss the markets with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We also get an update on the wean-to-harvest biosecurity program and its recently established priorities for both on-site and transportation under the plan. SHIC Associate Director Megan Niederwerder joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.swinehealth.org.
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Markets started higher in grains and mixed in livestock but we've seen pressure come in with the dollar moving higher. We discuss the latest economic data's impact on the market and weekly export sales numbers with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We discuss the relationship between the copper market and wheat as well as the impacts of what's going on in China with the current market trade. Cash basis, livestock trade and more are also part of today's discussion with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Plus, we also get caught up on some farm safety issues for the month of October with Jana Davidson of the Progressive Agriculture Foundation. Learn more at https://www.progressiveag.org.
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Soybeans and soybean oil are higher with bean oil the leader while wheat and corn have been either side of unchanged today. Mixed and quiet trade in livestock while outside markets are awaiting more interest rate hikes around the world and here in the U.S. next week. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss in our Midday Commentary.
On Tuesday, markets were quiet once again with some strength in soybeans. Corn was firm and wheat was firm to lower while livestock trade was mixed. We discuss the quietness of the markets, look at the charts and talk technical trade with Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net.
And we get another harvest update and talk new product selection for 2023 with John Long. He is a Retail Product Agronomist with Brevant Seeds.
Soybeans are having a decent day on Tuesday with corn firm and wheat trading back and forth from firm to lower. Livestock trade is relatively mixed and outside markets are higher. We discuss what's happening in the trade today with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We saw the markets mixed to lower as we started the week with more fresh news lacking in the trade. Harvest is progressing but windows are tightening up; what do the charts tell us as we head towards November and beyond? John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the trade. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien joins us once again this week to provide a weather update. We look at the large storm system impacting much of the country to start the week, more on the Mississippi River levels and what is Eric watching for the next six months ahead?
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Also, we discuss the Cattle on Feed report that came out last Friday, October 21st and look at the cattle markets as a whole. Lance Zimmerman, SVP – Senior Animal Protein Analyst with RaboResearch Food & Agribusiness, joins us to discuss.
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More downside drift in the grain markets on Monday with a lack of fresh news in the trade. Cattle are having a decent day after Friday's Cattle on Feed report release. We catch up on the market trade and look at how things are moving on Monday with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, for our Midday Commentary.
Another day with a lack of fresh news in the trade. The U.S. dollar did break lower Friday morning and that allowed grains, livestock and the stock market to come off their lows. Grains were firm on the session with the stock market really taking advantage to round out the trade on Friday. As we wrap up the week of trade, we discuss the market action with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge. Learn more online at https://www.zaner.com.
Also, we are joined by Josh Linville, Vice President of Fertilizer at StoneX, to discuss the river situation impact on the fertilizer market, current pricing, global issues and more.
Finally in segment four today, Jeff Koscelny of West Bred joins us to talk about the 2022 National Wheat Yield contest and the 11 winners that grew West Bred hybrids.
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Positive money flow was seen on Thursday in the grain trade with strong soybean export sales on the weekly front and more on the daily front. Livestock trade was relatively mixed in quiet trade while we await the Cattle on Feed report. We discuss the market, talk risk management and cash basis plus a look at the dairy market with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we get an update on ag equipment sales and how things are looking on implement availability, parts and more. Curt Blades, senior vice president, industry sectors & product leadership at the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, joins us to discuss.
Plus, in segment one we discuss price action on Thursday with Carter Vander Wal of StoneX.
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The markets lacked more fresh news on Wednesday and as a result we saw the grain trade drift and chop around once again. Soybeans did finish up firm while wheat and corn had pressure. Livestock trade was solid on the day once again as well while outside markets were mixed. Chad Hart from Iowa State University joins us today to have a wide ranging discussion on the issues impacting the market trade here in mid-October.
Also, in segment one we get thoughts on price action and more from Ryan Moe of StoneX who talked with us for our midday commentary today.
Finally in segment four, we learn more about Enogen corn from Syngenta and what it can do for your beef and dairy cattle herd. Duane Martin with Syngenta joins us to discuss more about the product.
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We saw another day of fairly quiet market activity on Tuesday. Grains drifted lower on a lack of fresh news to trade once again although we did come off of our lows by the end of the session. Livestock had another solid day to the upside led by lean hogs once again. Meantime, we see mixed activity in the stock market and crude oil breaking a bit lower. We discuss the market trade action with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net. Learn more online by going to https://www.agmarket.net.
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Markets are fairly quiet again on Tuesday with grains lower, livestock finding more support and outside markets mostly firm. We discuss the trade action and get insight with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX on this Tuesday.
Markets were relatively quiet to start the new week with wheat finding support from more Russia/Ukraine tensions and soybeans a little help from soybean oil. Corn caught the short end of inter-market spread action for the most part while livestock and outside markets were solid. We discuss with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Cold weather for much of the country to start the week but a pattern change incoming? We discuss the weather for the week ahead with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien. Sign up for his daily newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
Lastly, we are joined by John Long, retail product agronomist with Brevant Seeds, to discuss some key season takeaways from his area and more this growing season. Learn more at https://www.brevant.com.
Wheat is finding strength amid more escalation of tensions between Russia and Ukraine with drone strikes hitting overnight, including soybean oil storage facilities. Soybeans getting a little support from soybean oil while corn is firm to weak. Outside markets are looking good and livestock trade is as well. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the trade action.
Friday saw the U.S. dollar move higher and commodities moved lower with a lack of fresh news to impact the trade. The path of least resistance was lower on the day. We have a jam packed show to discuss the week in the market trade today! First up, Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth of Van Ahn & Co joins us as we discuss cash basis, harvest pressure and more.
Then, we are joined in the second half of the show for the first time by Tommy Grisafi of Advance Trading Inc in the second half of the show. We discuss the dollar, interest rates, options strategies, $7 corn/$14 beans and more.
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We saw a wild, whiplash kind of day in the markets on Thursday! The release of the CPI numbers sent the markets downward early across the board before we turned around mid-morning and moved higher, led by wheat. How do we make sense of a wild moving day like that? John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to put things into perspective. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, Farmers Business Network (FBN) has released a new report looking at fertilizer pricing, fall application intentions and an early look at 2023 planting intentions. We get the details and look at the markets with Kevin McNew, Chief Economist at FBN. Learn more at https://www.fbn.com.
In segment one, we listen in to our Midday Commentary with Mark Lucas of StoneX and get his thoughts on price action in the trade.
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On Wednesday, USDA released the October WASDE report and gave updates to the balance sheets both in the U.S. and globally. The U.S. soybean yield estimate came down to 49.8 bushels per acre, which surprised the trade. We discuss the numbers, their impact on the trade and much more with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online by going to https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
We also get analysis of the October WASDE report in segment one with Arlan Suderman of StoneX from our Midday Commentary on Wednesday.
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USDA has released the October WASDE report and provided most numbers within pre-report expectations. However, there were a few surprises to be had. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to recap the report and look at the market trade reaction.
We saw wheat markets give back around half of Monday's gains with corn down a little and soybeans up a little. Cattle had a solid day on Tuesday while lean hogs were alright as well. Overall, markets are gearing up for Wednesday's October WASDE report amid all the other factors in the trade. We discuss the market action with Bill Biedermann of AgMarket.net on today's program.
Also, Jesse Allen has a look at some of the latest news headlines in ag today and we listen back to our Midday Commentary with Mark Lucas of StoneX for his perspective on price action seen during Tuesday's trade.
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On this Columbus Day Monday, yes the markets are open. But, we take an opportunity to catch up with former FSA Administrator and current Business Growth Director-Agriculture for OBP, Richard Fordyce. We discuss a list of issues impacting the markets, trade, harvest and more on today's show.
We also don't completely forget about what's happening in the markets as we see more war premium come back in on Monday. Arlan Suderman of StoneX stops by to give us some thoughts and perspective on the market trade action we are seeing to start the week.
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We wrapped up a busy week of trade on Friday with a little strength in corn and soybeans while wheat finished well off session highs. Livestock were choppy as well. Meantime, the stock market was under pressure and crude oil was up sharply on the day. Ted Seifreid of Zaner Ag Hedge joins us to discuss the trade as we wrap up the week. Learn more online at https://www.zaner.com.
Plus, Jesse Allen looks at news headlines in agriculture and we listen back to our Midday Commentary with Arlan Suderman of StoneX on today's show. Today's show brought to you in part by Growmark/FS; learn more online at https://www.growmark.com.
Markets drifted lower on Thursday with little fresh news in the trade. Lean hogs had a decent day after a strong weekly export sales report. Grains though were impacted by a higher dollar once again. Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
It was a mixed bag of trade on Wednesday as wheat and corn saw some support but largely traded wide ranges on the day. Soybeans were under pressure for much of the day. OPEC+ announced a two million barrel a day cut in production that sent crude higher while stocks and outside markets fell lower with the U.S. dollar moving higher again. Livestock trade was a bright spot with solid support seen there. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss the trade. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
OPEC+ announced a two million barrel a day cut in production and that is something to watch in the market trade. The dollar is moving back higher as well amid more economic pessimism back in the trade. Wheat is finding upside support though and pulling corn higher. We talk the markets and the StoneX October Customer Survey results with Mark Lucas of StoneX.
On Tuesday we saw more "risk-on" trade across stocks and energies which spilled into corn and soybeans again. Wheat caught the short end of spreads and we saw more pressure there along with KC and Minneapolis wheat. Livestock trade was mostly lower as well on the day. We talk markets and more today with Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
We also have a conversation with Dr. Paul Sundberg, Executive Director of the Swine Health Information Center, about some emerging swine diseases they are watching. We also talk about a new research project looking to improve biosecurity from wean to harvest. Learn more online at https://www.swinehealth.org.
We saw soybeans find some buying strength, possibly a bit of buying from traders after the big drop on Friday and some spread unwinding from the moves seen to end last week. Corn and wheat were relatively flat on the session in some of that spread trade with little fresh news to work off of. Stocks, energies and livestock all had solid days. We discuss the market trade today with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online by going to https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, hard to believe it is the first week of October! Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien joins us to discuss the open harvest window, how long it will last, more frost potential and a cold shot later this week and much more. Sign up for his daily weather newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
Lastly in segment four, Jesse Allen has a look at news headlines and we listen back to our Midday Commentary with Arlan Suderman of StoneX for his thoughts on Monday's trade action to start the month of October.
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Soybeans are finding some support on Monday with a little spreading seen against a quiet corn and wheat market. Stocks, energies and livestock are all seeing decent buying strength as we start the month of October. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodiies Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss Monday's market action.
USDA showed friendly numbers for corn and wheat on the release of their Quarterly Grain Stocks and Small Grains Summary reports on Friday while the soybean numbers were not so friendly. Plus, more escalation of tensions between Russia and Ukraine as well as the macro market weight and we have plenty to talk about. DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing joins us to discuss Friday's trade action wrapping up the month of September.
Also, at the beginning of the show we listen to our Midday Commentary with Arlan Suderman of StoneX and get his thoughts on the USDA reports and the market picture headed to the weekend.
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USDA released their Quarterly Grain Stocks and Small Grains Summary report on Friday with some bullish surprises for corn and wheat. The soybean numbers were a bit larger than expected and bearish to the trade. We discuss the market reaction as well other outside factors and livestock trade today with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
We saw choppy market action in row crops on Thursday while wheat found some pressure and profit taking. Spread trading, position squaring ahead of Friday's USDA reports and end of the month all seemed to be part of the trade on the day. The tech sector and stocks were under heavy pressure. We discuss the markets with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we talk about the ag aviation industry with Andrew Moore, CEO of the National Agricultural Aviation Association. He joins us to discuss regulation, history and more on today's show. Learn more online at https://www.agaviation.org.
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Markets are fairly choppy on Thursday as traders prepare for the Quarterly Grain Stocks report on Friday. We are continuing to watch the dollar as well as the situation in Russia/Ukraine and more. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX joins us to discuss the trade.
We saw wheat move it's way higher on Wednesday as the U.S. dollar took a breather and broke off of its highs. More rhetoric from Vladimir Putin about ratcheting up Russia's war efforts in Ukraine and energy concerns in Europe are other factors that supported wheat on the day. Corn and soybeans were quietly higher on the day while livestock were under pressure. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss the markets. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, Jesse Allen is joined by Columbia Grain CEO Jeff Van Pevenage to discuss harvest outlook, exports, pulse crops, more recent facility acquisitions and more. Learn more online at https://www.columbiagrain.com.
Wheat has maintained strength with corn mixed and soybean under some pressure. The U.S. dollar set more new highs overnight but has since pulled back. Livestock trade is mostly lower and we have a Quarterly Grain Stocks report coming up on Friday to watch. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss today's trade action.
We saw a mostly "risk-on" type day in the grain trade on Tuesday although it was a bit of a see-saw type trade. The U.S. dollar started lower allowing all commodities to move higher but then as the dollar came off it's lows, that put pressure back on the trade. We discuss the markets and get analysis with Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net on today's show. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
Also, we talk about harvest and much more with Whitney Monin of AgriGold on the show today. Learn more about their new products at https://www.agrigold.com.
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We saw more "risk-off" activity in the commodities on Monday as grains, livestock, energies and equities all moved lower amid more global recession fears. How far do grains and livestock fall in this environment? What does harvest pressure add to the trade? How is the cash market holding up right now across the countryside? John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing is with us today to try and answer all the questions. Learn more online by going to https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Eric Snodgrass joins Jesse Allen to discuss Hurricane Ian, frost impacts across the Upper Midwest, a South American weather update and much more. Sign up for Eric's daily weather newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
Also on the show today, Jesse Allen is joined today by BJ Johnson, Co-Founder and CEO of ClearFlame Engine Technologies, to discuss the company, their diesel engine technology and new partnerships the company has announced. Learn more about them and their work at https://www.clearflame.com.
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Markets are mostly feeling the outside pressure once again to start the week with grains, oilseeds, energies and stocks mostly lower at midday. Cattle are holidng slight gains while hogs are under pressure. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX joins us to discuss the trade action.
It was a large "risk off" day on Friday with grains, livestock, energies and the stock market all under heavy pressure. Is this the sign of a broader, long term correction in the markets as whole? Or is it simply end of the week reaction to a sharply higher U.S. dollar? Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge joins us to provide market perspective and analysis. Learn more online at https://www.zaner.com.
Also, Ryan Moe of StoneX joins us in segment one with market analysis from our Midday Commentary and we look at the just released Cattle on Feed report at the end of the show during the news.
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A busy lineup on Thursday's show! In segment one, we discuss the sunflower crop and the sunflower industry as we near harvest with John Sandbakken, Executive Director of the National Sunflower Association.
Then in segment two, David Widmar of Agricultural Economic Insights joins us to discuss inflation, the rising U.S. dollar, cash basis and more. Learn more about them and their research at https://www.aei.ag,
And finally in segment three and four we discuss the market trade after Thursday's session. Wheat found more support while row crops were quietly mixed and livestock trade was lower. Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing, joins us to discuss the trade. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
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Ag markets are relatively quiet on Thursday as the trade continues to face a strong U.S. dollar, the Fed interest rate hike and more. Corn and soybeans are quiet with wheat finding some strength near midday. Livestock trade is mostly lower as weekly export sales were decent in the meats. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss today's market trade.
The Federal Reserve came out with another 75 basis point rate hike on Wednesday which sent the U.S. dollar soaring to a new 20 year high. Headlines out of Russia continue to weigh on the wheat market as well. We saw corn, soybeans and livestock mostly lower on the day. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss the trade. You can learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, we talk with Pat Spinosa, Director of Business Development at AgAmerica, to discuss a partnership with country music brand Whiskey Jam for National Farmer's Day on October 12th. We discuss Whiskey Jam’s partnership with AgAmerica and their role as an AgAmbassador. Learn more online at https://www.agamerica.com.
Grain markets have bounced around quite a bit on Wednesday's session as traders await the Fed announcement and watch more headlines coming out of Russia. Livestock are fairly quiet and so is the stock market. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the market trade action.
Wheat shot higher on Tuesday amid rising tensions between Russia and Ukraine. Corn and soybeans were pulled higher by the wheat market as it was a "risk-on" day across the grains and oilseeds. Livestock trade was choppy on the day Tuesday. The broader markets are waiting on the presumed latest interest rate hike from the Federal Reserve on Wednesday. Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net joins us to discuss the market trade action.
Wheat is leading the grains and oilseeds higher near midday on Tuesday as tensions rise again in the Black Sea region. Corn and soybeans are following along to the upside while the livestock trade is realtively choppy and firm near midday. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss the market trade action.
On Monday, we saw the wheat markets find a lot of selling pressure while soybeans were supported by strength in soymeal. Corn, largely caught in the middle, is seeing typical harvest pressure in the market right now. Corn did finish mostly slightly higher in a nice move off of it's lows on the day. Funds were sellers of wheat and corn and net buyers of soybeans and meal. John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the market action and the backdrop of this week's Fed meeting on the markets.
We also are joined by Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien to take a look at the weather forecast for the week ahead. Could we see an early frost in the Northern Plains? How much heat will be seen across the plains and mid-south to start this week? What about Hurricane Fiona in the Atlantic Ocean? Eric has the latest for us today. Sign up for his daily newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
On today's show, we wrapped up the week with some eratic market trade. Wheat found some late session news that moved the market sharply higher and that spilled over into corn and soybeans. Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net joins us live from his combine to look at the market trade on Friday.
In segment two we talk with Nick Frederking, an AgriGold agronomist, about identifying certain diseases like SDS, brown stem rot and more as you enter harvest season. We talk about options you have to set you up better for 2023 with some fall scouting.
Then in segment three we talk soil health. What makes up soil health? What role do cover crops play? Greg Binford, National Director of Advanced Agronomic Training with Wilbur Ellis, joins us to discuss.
Finally in segment four, we wrap the show with some news headlines and we replay our Midday Commentary with Arlan Suderman of StoneX to share more market perspective headed to the weekend.
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As we work towards the end of the week we have a few things to look at in the market trade. Economic concerns, new comments from Russian President Putin about the Ukraine grain deal and more are all top of mind in the trade on Friday. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Thursday’s market action was relatively quiet and mostly lower as winter wheat found pressure. News of a deal to avoid a nationwide railroad strike early in the day seemed to breath a sigh of relief into the market trade but also gave wheat a chance to take some profit. Livestock reacted positively to the finally released USDA Weekly Export Sales data. We discuss the markets in segment three and four with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Before that in segment one, we get market analysis and commentary with Arlan Suderman of StoneX. And in segment two we discuss the 11th hour deal to avoid a nationwide railroad strike with Mike Steenhoek of the Soy Transportation Coalition.
Markets on Thursday seem to be reacting to the rail strike deal news as well as may be tired after a busy week of news. Wheat pressured lower while corn and soybeans are mixed to lower. We discuss the trade with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
It's day two of the Big Iron Farm Show in Fargo, ND as Jesse Allen broadcasts live from the show with a jam packed lineup. In segment one and two, we are joined by Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics to discuss what's happening in the markets, global economic factors and more. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Then in segment three and four we are joined by Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth of Van Ahn & Company to look at the markets from her perspective. We talk risk management, deciding what bushels need to go to town during harvest and much more. Learn more at https://www.vanahnco.com.
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Jesse Allen is broadcasting live from the Big Iron Farm Show in Fargo, ND this week as farm show season continues. We talk in segment two with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien on location with a weather update for the week ahead as well as a harvest weather outlook.
In segment three and four we talk about the markets, the CPI numbers out Tuesday, risk management and more as we are joined by Bill Biedermann of AgMarket.net on the show.
New CPI data out on Tuesday was more negative than expected to the trade as inlfation continues to be on the rise. That is causing the stock market to fall sharply while ag trade is holding in ok after Monday's surprising USDA numbers. We talk market reaction with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
On today's show, we take a look at some surprising USDA WASDE numbers in their September report out on Monday. In segment one, we listen to our Midday Commentary with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
In segment two and three we discuss the WASDE more and talk about market direction, price action and risk management with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing.
Finally, Jesse Allen updates us on the railroad situation and the potential shutdown or lockout that could happen by this weekend if a deal is not reached soon.
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We wrapped the week with strength across the board in grains, livestock, energies and the stock market on Friday. This is all ahead of Monday's big USDA WASDE report for September. DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing joins us to discuss Friday's trade and look at the markets as we prepare for report day on Monday. Learn more at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Also, livestock had a solid day on Friday and appeared to find some fundamental support amid the broad buying in commodities on the day. We talk cattle, corn and more with Chris Swift of Swift Trading Company. Learn more online at https://www.shootinthebull.com!
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It's a general "risk-on" feel to the markets today with gains seen in grains, livestock, energies and the stock market as the U.S. dollar pulls back. Traders are also preparing for Monday's WASDE report from USDA. We discuss the market action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist with StoneX, for our Midday Commentary.
Not a ton of fresh news to trade on during Thursday's session. Grains and livestock really seemed to drift through the session with corn slightly below and soybeans slighty above unchanged. Wheat fell off its overnight highs. Traders seem to be getting ready for Monday's big USDA WASDE report for September with no major headlines to work off of today. Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing, joins us to discuss today. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We also listen back to a conversation from the Farm Progress Show and talk the ag industry with Charles Baron, Co-Founder of Farmers Business Network (FBN). Learn more online at https://www.fbn.com.
Plus, commentary and analysis of price action and market sentiment on Thursday from Arlan Suderman of StoneX in segment one. From our Midday Commentary for Thursday.
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Overall, not a lot of fresh news to drive the markets on Thursday as we mostly drift in grains and livestock. Traders are focused on the outside, macro market/recession picture as well as Monday's big USDA September WASDE report. We discuss today's market action with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
A wild day in the markets on Wednesday as wheat shot higher amid comments from Russian President Putin about the Ukraine grain deal and reservations he has about it. Corn and soybeans moved with wheat for a time before falling lower to finish with low range closes in both. The U.S. dollar continues to move higher as well. We discuss the markets today with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, Jesse Allen is joined by Andy Robinson, Brevant Seeds Retail Product Agronomist, to discuss harvest prep as we start to get underway across parts of the country (or will be starting soon). Learn more about Brevant online at https://www.brevant.com.
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A wild day in the markets with grains well off their highs after wheat shot to the upside amid comments from Russian President Putin about the Ukraine grain deal. We dive in to what is happening, talk the falling crude oil market and livestock with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, for our Midday Commentary.
Corn and wheat traded their way higher on Tuesday in firm action while the soy complex got the short end of the spreads and felt pressure from multiple factors. Livestock had a decent day with cattle leading higher. We talk market action and outlook for next Monday's WASDE with Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net on today's show.
We are also joined by Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien to discuss the weather outlook for the week ahead. They look at heat building in the west, rain chances late week, the tropics, fall/winter outlook, South America update and more. Sign up for Eric's daily newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
Corn and wheat are firm to higher with soybeans and soy products under pressure on firm yield ideas, Argentina's peso to dollar ratio news that is spurring selling from farmers there and more. We discuss what is happening in the grain and macro markets as well as a look at livestock with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, in our Midday Commentary for Tuesday, September 6th, 2022.
No markets on Labor Day, but we spend time listening to great conversations about agriculture from the Farm Progress Show last week. Jesse Allen talks policy with Mary Kay Thatcher from Syngenta as well as crop protection and more with Eric Scherder from Corteva. We talk agriculture and conversations heard around the show with Richard Fordyce, Business Growth Director of Agriculture at OBP and wrap the show talking fertilzier with Jake Niederer of ADM.
On Friday, we saw grains move a bit higher after a tough week with some short covering/"risk-on" type trading. Corn finished the week basically unchanged while beans were down some 40 cents and wheat was mixed. Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge joins us to look big picture in these markets as we head to the Labor Day weekend.
Also, we learn about some new products in the lineup from Fendt as Jesse Allen got to talk with Conor Bergin from Fendt at the Farm Progress Show earlier this week.
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Markets are in a "risk-on" mode heading to the holiday weekend with good strength in grains, oilseeds, energies and the stock market. We discuss the trade today as well as get a look at the latest StoneX customer surveys for yield estimates. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to share the numbers and discuss the market action on Friday.
A busy final day of the Farm Progress Show in Boone, IA as we wrap up three days broadcasting live at the show.
In segment one, we talk fertilizer and input conversations being had at the show with Kevin McNew, Chief Economist at Farmers Business Network. Next, we feature a discussion with Harold Wolle who is the Vice President of the National Corn Growers Association and a look at some new equipment from CLAAS with Greg Frenzel.
In segment three, Mac Marshall with the United Soybean Board and USSEC joins us to discuss the soy industry, markets, exports and more. Last but not least, we wrap the show with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing who joins us to discuss market trade action on Thursday.
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We saw some interesting end of the month trading in the ag commodities on Wednesday. Plenty of things to discuss including a new USDA Outlook Forecast, China, inflation/recession woes and more. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics is with us to break it all down. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, day two of the Farm Progress Show and we caught up with a few more familiar faces. Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net joins us to discuss the market trade and conversations he is having during his time at the show. We also talk fertilizer and get some updated news on the market with Josh Linville, VP of Fertilizer at StoneX.
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Day one of the Farm Progress Show is in the books! We discuss the downward move in the market trade with pressure in corn, soybeans and wheat on Tuesday. Jim McCormick joins us to discuss from AgMarket.net.
Plus, we get some thoughts on market action in segment one from Arlan Suderman of StoneX in a replay of our Midday Commentary. And plenty of news from the Farm Progress Show including and interview with Growmark's Mark Orr and Brevant Seeds Dustin Teig.
We are on the road to Farm Progress Show this week in Boone, IA! We'll be broadcasting live from the show all three days so definitely say hi if you are there and see us out and about!
On Monday, wheat and corn led to the upside as corn sees declining yield ideas and wheat found fund buying and algo trading strength after the dollar came off it's new highs this morning. Soybeans on the other hand took the brunt of the corn/bean spread trade and moved lower today. In segment one we talk market moves with Arlan Suderman of StoneX from our Midday Commentary.
Then in segment two we take a look at the weather for the week ahead, some rainfall over the weekend in the heart of the Corn Belt and will La Nina be sticking around? Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien has the details.
In segment three we dive deeper into Monday's market trade action with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Then, Jesse Allen wraps it all up and looks at some news headlines for the show today. It's all brought to you by Growmark/FS; learn more at https://www.growmark.com.
On Friday, we saw the grain markets move sharply to the upside led by the soy complex. Wrapping up a fairly strong week of grain trade we also saw stocks take a beating after comments from Fed Chair Powell on Friday morning in Wyoming. We discuss the week in the markets and get thoughts on many issues in the trade with Chad Hart, Economist with Iowa State University.
Also, we get comments on Friday trade and price action from Phillip Claussen of StoneX at the beginning of the show. Today's program is brought to you by Growmark/FS; learn more at https://www.growmark.com.
Grain markets drifted lower in quiet trading Thursday as soybeans and wheat led the move to the downside. We discuss where the markets sit currently, some thoughts on marketing the 2023 crop, China buying in the marketplace and more. Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing, joins us to discuss the markets on Thursday. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We also get a crop update, talk about 2023 products and more with Andy Robinson, Retail Product Agronomist with Brevant Seeds. Learn more online at https://www.brevant.com.
On today's show, we discuss the pullback in grains after plenty of fund buying to start the day in corn, soybeans and wheat. How much is this week's crop tour playing into the markets midweek? What are we seeing for macro factors in China and the U.S. dollar that are playing into the markets? Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss the trade. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also, we kick off the show with a look at the latest news in the global fertilizer market. Plenty of worries and developments in Europe as well as prices moving back higher. Josh Linville, Vice President of Fertilizer at StoneX joins us to discuss.
Lastly, we catch up with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge. He is one of the scouts on the western leg of this week's crop tour and he gives us an update from Western Iowa.
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Grains and oilseeds had more positive, upside momentum on Tuesday as corn and soybeans were the leader to the upside amid declining crop ratings, poor crop tour results and more. Lean hogs also had a wild ride on Tuesday after a sharp drop in cutouts led to lower futures action. We discuss the markets, talk chart action and more with Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net. Learn more online at https://www.agmarket.net.
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We saw the grain markets trade higher on Monday led by soybeans, soybean meal and wheat while corn was pulled up slightly. Livestock were fairly mixed while the outside markets saw pressure. We discuss the markets with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
First in segment one though, we take a look at weather for the week ahead as well as heavy rains over the weekend, China heat issues and more with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien.
At the end of today's show, we discuss the energy markets with Scott Wilson, Manager of Customer Risk Management for Energy with Growmark.
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Mid to late morning we saw soybeans and soybean meal take off like a rocket to the upside while wheat moved higher as well. Corn remains relatively firm on the day with energies and macro markets under pressure. Ryan Moe of StoneX joins us to discuss.
We saw wheat wrap the week with strength but there are plenty of questions here. Meantime, corn and soybeans were fairly quiet with spread trade between the two on Friday. All eyes will be watching next week's crop tour in the Midwest. Plus, we get some thoughts on risk management and more as we discuss the trade on today's show with Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth of Van Ahn & Company. Learn more at https://www.vanahnco.com.
Jesse Allen also has some updates on Brazil's second corn crop and we go through the just released Cattle on Feed report on today's show.
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Wheat is trying to regain some of what it has lost to wrap up the week on a few factors influncing a bullish move while row crops are mixed with spreading going on between corn and soybeans. Livestock markets are mixed as we await the latest Cattle on Feed report out Friday afternoon. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss the trade heading to the weekend.
On today's show, we first listen to part of a market forum from Dakotafest as Jesse Allen sat down with DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing and Mike Minor of Professional Ag Marketing to discuss markets and much more.
Then, we are joined by Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics to look at the wheat markets, grains overall, cattle, hogs and much more on today's show. Learn more at https://www.globalcommreserach.com.
Today's show is jam packed as we broadcast from Dakotafest in Mitchell, SD for day number two of the show. We first have a conversation with Kevin McNew, Chief Economist at Farmers Business Network.
Next, we sit down and talk markets and more with David Widmar of Agricultural Economic Insights. Then we get a chance to talk to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall on the Dakotafest grounds.
Lastly, we wrap up with a crop protection interview with Jeff Bunting of Growmark/FS on today's show.
Wheat markets have come under pressure through Wednesday's trade while corn and soybeans are relatviely quiet with little news to trade on. Livestock markets are finding support from the cash markets as well on the trading day. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist with StoneX, joins us to discuss the market trade.
On today's show, Jesse Allen broadcasts live from day one of Dakotafest in Mitchell, SD. We discuss the follow through pressure in grains and oilseeds as well as risk management advice with Bill Biedermann of AgMarket.net.
Then, we take a look at the sharp selloff in lean hogs, strength and cattle and more grain market analysis with Mike Minor of Professional Ag Marketing.
Lastly in Segment 4 we are joined by Kirsten Garriott, National Agronomy Lead for LG Seeds, to highlight their new products and hybrids for 2023.
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Grains and oilseeds are under pressure again on Tuesday as we see more follow through selling pressure. Rains in the western Corn Belt, China economic and demand woes, crude oil falling and more are continuing to weigh on the markets. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss the market action today.
On Monday, we saw the markets trade mostly lower in grains, oilseeds and energies amid weak economic data out of China and better weather for parts of the Corn Belt this week. We discuss the markets in details with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We are also joined on today's show by Ed Usset, Grain Markets Economist with the University of Minnesota, to discuss some the latest in the market trade. They discuss weather, geo-political issues, cash basis and more marketing advice heading into fall harvest.
And last but not least, Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien joins us for this week's weather outlook. We discuss some of the much needed rains in parts of the western Corn Belt to start the week, continued issues in Europe and watching South American weather as they get ready to plant in a few weeks. Sign up for Eric's daily weather newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
We see the grains, oilseeds and energies in a risk off mode today as we got weaker China economic news weighing on the markets along with better weather for much of the Corn Belt this week including some rains in very dry areas of the western belt. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX joins us to discuss the market trade on Monday.
On Friday, we saw USDA report a slightly lower U.S. corn yield and a slightly higher U.S. soybean yield which surprised the trade some. Were there any other surprises from USDA's August World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates? What about the acreage update in the Dakotas and Minnesota?
Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge joins us to discuss the reports and the market trade for the day/week. Learn more online at https://www.zaner.com.
Also, we get more market thoughts and perspective on risk management moving forward with Mike Kruse of Ag Consulting Group. Learn more online at https://www.youracg.net.
Plus in segment one, we listen back to our Midday Commentary and get thoughts on the WASDE/trade reaction from Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
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We now have the August WASDE numbers available and we see a lower U.S. corn yield and a higher U.S. soybean yield forecast from USDA. What else did we see and what is the trade reaction to the report? Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss the August numbers.
On today's show, we start with our Midday Commentary from Thursday with Arlan Suderman of StoneX. He talks about price action we saw to the upside on Thursday ahead of Friday's USDA reports.
Next we have a conversation with Christine McCracken, Senior Animal Protein Analyst at Rabobank, about their recent Pork Quarterly Q3 2022 report and what she sees in the pork industry the rest of the year.
Finally, John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us again this week to discuss the market trade on Thursday as well as look ahead to Friday's USDA Reports. We discuss the overall move to the upside on Thursday and ponder what changes we could see from USDA on Friday. That and more on today's show!
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We saw lower inflation numbers out Wednesday and for the most part, good strength in grains all day long. The soy complex faded late in the session though; what happened there? Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to provide his thoughts and also look at the markets heading to Friday's USDA WASDE Report.
Plus, we continue our crop tour of the Corn Belt and talk with North Central Iowa farmer Derek Schutjer. He is in one of the areas that saw good rains this past weekend. We get insight to what he is seeing in his area at the end of today's program.
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On Tuesday, we saw the grain markets move to the upside amid lower than anticipated weekly crop ratings and funds putting money back into the soybean market. Livestock were mostly lower on the session. We catch up with Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net to discuss.
Also, Mike Minor of Professional Ag Marketing joins us to recap their crop tour last week. We discuss what he saw for crop conditions across the Corn Belt and their yield estimates for this year.
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Soybeans and meal are leading the grains and oilseeds higher with solid strength in corn and wheat holding gains for the most part. Lower than expected weekly crop ratings seem to be the reason behind the move. Meanwhile, livestock are mostly lower. We discuss the markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, in our Midday Commentary.
Markets on Monday were fairly quiet and choppy in two-sided action. We did see a bit more weakness move in later in the session in grains and oilseeds but overall a quiet start to the week with USDA's August WASDE Report coming up on Friday. Livestock had a solid day in both cattle and hogs. We discuss today with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We saw some impressive rains across the Corn Belt over the weekend but not everyone saw the good rains. What about the week ahead, any chances for precipitation across the Corn Belt? Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien joins us to discuss the weather forecast for the week ahead.
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We see a rather quiet, mixed trade to start the week in grains and oilseeds while the outside markets are quiet and livestock is seeing strength. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss the markets and provide analysis for this Monday, August 8th.
The markets finished the week somewhat quietly as corn was firm while some spread trade hit soybeans, profit taking in soybean meal and higher U.S. dollar weighed on wheat. What are the markets looking at the most heading to the weekend? Naomi Blohm, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing, joins us to discuss this week's trade action. Learn more online by going to https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
In segment one, we highlight out Midday Commentary from earlier today with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, who highlights the jobs report from this morning and it's impact on the markets Friday. We also get thoughts on weather moving into the weekend.
Also, we start our Market Talk 2022 Crop Tour by having a conversation with Wally West of Syngneta. He covers parts of NW Iowa, eastern South Dakota, NE Nebraska an d SW Minnesota. We get an update on the crops in his region and how to fight drought stress.
On today's show, we discuss a strong upside move in the soy complex on Thursday with strength in beans, meal and soy oil. What drove the move to the upside and the higher moves in wheat and corn as well? What about the crude oil market pulling back? DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing joins us to discuss the market trade.
We also have a discussion about pulse crops, the pulse industry and some news from Columbia Grain International. Their President and CEO Jeff Van Pevenage joins us at the end of today's show.
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The soy complex is shooting to the upside on Thursday's trade with wheat and corn following. What is behind the move higher? Are U.S. and China tensions playing a role still this week? Also, what is happening in livestock trade today? We discuss with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
On today's show, we have a conversation with Richard Fordyce. He is a former USDA Administrator and currently serves as Business Growth Director-Agriculture with Osborn Barr Paramore (OBP). We discuss many factors impacting agriculture and the markets currently in this month's interview.
We also get analysis on Wednesday's markets with Arlan Suderman of StoneX and have a conversation with Niki Jones about Dakotafest, coming up in a few weeks in Mitchell, SD.
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Tensions between the U.S. and China over Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan seemed to be the biggest weight on the broader markets on Tuesday. Weather remains a big factor as well. We discuss what the charts look like and more with Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net. Today's show brought to you by Growmark/FS; learn more at https://www.growmark.com.
Markets are in a general risk-off, negative tone on Tuesday with concern over rising tensions between the U.S. and China over Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan. Crop ratings held steady or improved this week as well adding to the bearish pressure. We discuss the market trade today with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX.
We saw a huge downside move in the soy complex to start the month of August on Monday. Corn and wheat saw spillover pressure but overall finished the day well. Many stories coming together to weigh on markets today, we discuss it all with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we discuss heat stress in cattle and how probiotics can help regulate gut health and the fight against stress. Dr. Steve Lerner with Chr. Hansen joins us to discuss.
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Markets are under heavy selling pressure today with crude oil moving to the downside. Feeder cattle are really the only marketing in the green today as it is risk off across ag commodities. Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss the reasons behind today's market moves to the downside.
We saw the soybean complex remain elevated on Friday to wrap up an impressive rally this week across grains and oilseeds. Wheat found pressure though on Friday and that weighed on the corn market. Livestock had a solid day as well to wrap up the month. We discuss the markets this week with Kent Beadle, Director of Producer Brokerage, with CHS Hedging.
Then, we get a recap of this week's Wheat Quality Council Hard Spring Wheat and Durum Tour. Dave Green with the Wheat Quality Council joins us to discuss at the end of today's show. Plus, analysis with Arlan Suderman of StoneX from our Midday Commentary to start the show.
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We saw more strength in soy on Friday with wheat feeling pressure and that weighed on corn today. Livestock was strong to wrap up the month as well. We discussed Friday's market action around midday with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
Another higher day across most of the grains and oilseeds on Thursday as soybeans and soybean oil led the way higher followed by Chicago and Kansas City wheat. Corn and spring wheat were strong as well on the day while livestock were mixed to lower. We discuss the markets with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing.
Also, we discuss a new venture between WinField United and AgVend. WinField United Vice President Leah Anderson and AgVend Chief Commercial Officer Tracy Linbo join us to discuss the partnership.
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Grains remain higher again on Thursday as we see continued strength across the board. Soybean meal has taken a bit of a pause as soybean oil shoots higher today. Livestock are fairly quiet and choppy overall. We discuss the markets with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve did announce a second consecutive 75 basis point interest rate hike as expected. The trade was cautiously watching that on the day as well as weather forecasts as soybeans and soy products had another impressive day today. Corn and wheat found some weakness and livestock trade higher mostly; led by lean hogs once again shooting higher. We discuss the markets with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
We also have a conversation with North Dakota Republican Senator Kevin Cramer about foreign investment in agricultural land; highlighted by the Fufeng Group purchase of land for a corn wet mill plant near the Grand Forks Air Force Base.
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The soy complex strong again on Wednesday with wheat and corn showing some weakness while lean hogs are again shooting higher. This is all ahead of the Fed rate hike announcement Wednesday afternoon. (It did end up being a 75 basis point hike as expected).
We talked to Arlan Suderman of StoneX ahead of the Fed news about the market action in commodities on Wednesday.
Grains and oilseeds were strong again on Tuesday with soybean meal and August soybeans the upside leader. Corn was the weakest link (although still double digits higher) as the outside markets weighed a little bit. Plenty to discuss in the market today with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net.
We also have a conversation with John Bode, President and CEO of the Corn Refiners Association about the new Ag Bioeconomy Coalition and CRA's role in the coalition.
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Grains are higher again on Tuesday after lower than expected crop ratings seen Monday afternoon. Soybean meal is sharply higher again leading the soy complex while wheat and corn follow behind. Corn has been the weakest of the three on Tuesday. We also see livestock mostly lower and a little worry in the outside markets as this month's Fed meeting start today. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the markets.
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On Monday, we saw the grain markets move higher to start the week with mixed action in livestock trade and quiet outside markets. We discuss with DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing.
Also, we take a look at the weather forecast for the week ahead with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien. And a look at Monday's price action and analysis in segment one with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
On Friday, we saw the Ukraine grain export deal signed in Istanbul and that led to significant pressure in the wheat markets. Soybeans found some strength with soybean oil while corn was largely caught in the middle. We discuss the markets heading to the weekend with Chad Hart, ag markets economist and professor at Iowa State University.
We also discuss the fertilizer market and this week's ITC case decision on Russian and Trinidad imports with Josh Linville, Vice President of Fertilizer with StoneX. And in segment one, details on today's price action with Mark Lucas of StoneX.
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We saw the markets break lower near the close on Thursday as risk-off trading set in late. What caused the break lower? Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing, joins us to discuss Thursday's market activity and outlook heading to the weekend.
Also, we have a discussion about the cattle markets and beef demand with Lance Zimmerman. He is the new Senior Beef Analyst with RaboResearch North America. Plus, thoughts on price action in segment one from Mark Lucas of StoneX on today's show.
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Wheat did it's best to finish slightly higher again on Wednesday while the soy complex was under pressure again and corn was caught in the middle. We discuss multiple factors impacting the trade and look at the macro/micro relationship in the markets with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics on today's show.
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We saw corn and soybeans move a bit lower today as weather forecasts showed the potential for cooler temperatures and rain next week. Wheat did its best to firm up near the close after Egypt cancelled it's wheat tender. Bill Biedermann of AgMarket.net joins us to discuss the market trade today.
Also, we get comments from Mark Lucas of StoneX (in for Arlan Suderman today) about price action in the trade today. And at the end of the show we discuss fungicides with Logan Romines from Syngenta.
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We saw the grain markets rally to start the week with the soy complex and wheat the leader to the upside. Corn was largely a follower but had strength as well. DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing joins us to discuss what's happening in the market trade to start the week. Learn more at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Weather is top of mind once again with more hot and dry weather in the forecast for the western Corn Belt. Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien joins us to share the weather forecast for the week ahead. Sign up for his daily weather newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
Lastly, we talk with BASF Plant Health Technical Marketing Manager Kim Tutor about disease progression in corn, and how scouting isn’t always enough.She joins us to discuss at the end of today's show.
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The grain markets are rallying on Monday, led by the soy complex and wheat with corn following behind. The hot/dry weather forecast in the western Corn Belt seems to be the dominating factor in this market rally to start the week while outside markets are supportive. Ryan Moe of StoneX joins us to discuss the market trade today.
We saw fairly choppy trade in corn and soybeans on Friday with wheat under pressure and livestock mixed to lower. Overall, the push/pull between a weather market and macro factors (inflation, U.S. dollar, etc) continues to be a driving factor. Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge joins us and he has some great comments on this push/pull mentality in the trade that we need to consider. Learn more at https://www.zaner.com.
Also looking at the market action this past week, there continues to be many factors weighing on both sides of the trade. Nutrien Chief Economist and Head of Market Research Jason Newton joins us to have a discussion about the factors impacting the market trade here in mid-July.
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Fairly choppy action in grains today as we head for the weekend. Some surprising export sales for corn this morning and more focus on the macro markets versus weather and more. We discuss Friday's trade action with Ryan Moe of StoneX, in for Arlan Suderman today.
Thursday saw fairly mixed trade action in the grains and livestock as it continues to be a battle between macros and micros, weather risk and money flow, etc. We discuss the markets today with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. Today's show brought to you by Growmark/FS; https://www.growmark.com.
Also today, we are broadcasting live from the Corteva Agriscience Summer Media Day in Johnston, IA. We're gonna talk new corn products with Adam Theis of Corteva and also a new drought stress product with Ryan Ridder of Corteva on today's show.
We saw a hot inflation number this morning with the release of the CPI index. Inflation and money flow continues to be a factor as well as weather, supply and demand fundamentals and more. We try to bridge the macro and micro factors in the ag trade today with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com
Also, in segment one we share our Midday Commentary with Arlan Suderman of StoneX and get his thoughts on the CPI numbers and more.
Then at the end of the show; soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is a big problem for soybean growers across the country. It can be a very costly, yield robbing pest that we need to be aware of and watch out for closely. Iowa State University nematologist Greg Tylka joins us to explain what to look for and why it’s important to do a SCN root check. Learn more at https://www.thescncoalition.com.
On Tuesday, we saw the USDA July WASDE report get released and it came in pretty much as expected. However, the markets didn't really react at all to the report as outside market pressure hammered grain and oilseeds on the day. We discuss what is going on in the trade and recap the July numbers with Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net.
Also, more than 40% of U.S. farmland is owned by people older than 65 and 3% are owned by foreign investors, which means younger generations are facing a real estate barrier to enter the agriculture industry as farmland prices surge and rising interests rates lead to more expensive mortgages. Curt Covington, senior director of partner relations at AgAmerica, joins Jesse Allen to discuss this topic. Learn more at https://www.agamerica.com.
The July WASDE report is now out from USDA and it appears to be pretty much as expected. The grains and oilseeds though continue to take a beating from the outside markets on Tuesday while livestock is firm to higher in feeder cattle. We discuss the report and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commoditties Economist at StoneX.
Corn and soybeans have tried to put back on some weather risk premium while wheat has moved lower in the face of new highs in the U.S. dollar today. Livestock are mostly cautious to higher in cattle. We discuss the markets with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
On Monday, we saw the corn and soybean markets add more weather risk premium in with decent strength on the day. We were off the overnight highs as we saw wheat turn to the downside amid a new high in the U.S. dollar. The markets turn their attention to Monday afternoon's Crop Progress report and more importantly Tuesday's July WASDE report from USDA. Livestock market were mostly mixed on the day with cattle moving higher. We discuss the markets with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Then, we take a look at the weather forecast including rains in Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota earlier this morning and the hot/dry forecast for this week. Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien joins to discuss on today's show. Sign up for Eric's daily weather newsletter for free here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
Headed to the weekend, we have multiple guests on today's show to discuss the markets and more.
We're joined in segment two today to discuss the grain markets and the ever changing weather dynamics with Jim Roemer of Best Weather Inc. Learn more online at https://www.bestweatherinc.com.
In segment three, we discuss the cattle and hog markets with Chris Swift of Swift Trading Company. We discuss the general market direction, feed costs and more. Also we discuss the overall grain market rebound we've seen to wrap up the week. Learn more online at https://www.shootinthebull.com.
Then, we wrap the show talking about gaps in biosecurity on our hog operations and what the Swine Health Information Center is doing about that with Dr. Megan Niederwerder, Associate Director of SHIC. Learn more online at https://www.swinehealth.org.
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We saw the grain markets find support and move higher today led by soybeans and wheat. Livestock were more mixed on the session with fears easing slightly on Wall Street and in energies today. Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss today's market action.
Also, we discuss the sunflower market and the latest in the sunflower industry with John Sandbakken, Executive Director of the National Sunflower Association.
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Grain markets are having a nice turnaround Thursday as we see soybeans and wheat leading to the upside. We have the July WASDE report on the horizon, talk of economic stimulus in China and more impacting the trade. We discuss the markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist with StoneX, for our Midday Commentary.
Another wild ride in the markets on Wednesday as we saw grains whip back and forth. Ultimately, corn and soybeans along with meal ended higher with wheat under slight pressure. Livestock were higher again, led by the hogs, while crude oil continues to move lower and the U.S. dollar moves higher. Mike Minor of Professional Ag Marketing joins us to discuss the market trade on this Wednesday.
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Also, we discuss northern corn leaf blight with Pioneer agronomist Adams Owens out of Texas at the end of today's show.
Another liquidation, risk-off day today in the markets with pressure across the board. We discuss what is happening in the markets, chart damage in grains, stock market/economic worries and more with Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net on today's show.
Also, in segment one we hear our Midday Commentary from Arlan Suderman of StoneX and get his thoughts on the market trade. Then we discuss weather in segment four with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien.
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On today's 4th of July holiday, we have two very interesting discussions about the market trade. First, we talk with Kevin McNew who is the Chief Economist at Farmers Business Network. We discuss the state of the markets over the holiday, the latest reports and more. Then, we have a discussion with Mac Marshall, Senior Vice President of Market Intelligence with the U.S. Soybean Export Council and United Soybean Board about the outlook for the soy market heading into July.
On Friday, the bearish freight train continued in the grain markets as the soy complex led us sharply to the downside. Wheat was not far behind and corn, tried to stabilize, but ended lower as well. Livestock had a decent day today. We discuss the markets heading into the 4th of July weekend with DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing. Learn more at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Also, at the end of the show we discuss this week's news about the EPA's potential changes to atrazine labels and more.
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We are seeing more liquidation in the grain markets today, ahead of the 4th of July holiday weekend. More chart damage, more outside market worries; it's all being seen today with soybeans leading the way downward. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss today's market action.
When the dust settled on Thursday, we saw a lot of pressure in the grain markets to wrap up the month of June. On top of the USDA reports out today that were fairly neutral/as expected (minus soybean acres), we saw some outside market pressure as well. We discuss the market trade today with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing in Segment 3 and 4.
We start the show with a recap of analysis from Arlan Suderman of StoneX in Segment 1 and a conversation about a new biotech wheat variety out of Argentina with Dalton Henry, Vice President of Policy, with U.S. Wheat Associates in Segment 2.
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The USDA reports are now out in the trade and there was at least one surprising number on the acreage side. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the reports, the market reaction and also outside market pressure to watch out for on Thursday.
We saw choppy, mixed action in grains and livestock today as we zero in on Thursday's USDA reports. Weather, outside markets and more continue to be factors. We discuss cash trade, a lack of open interest and much more today with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Also at the end of the show, we talk with Minnesota dairy farmer Paige Roberts about her involvement in the Adopt-a-Cow program from Discover Dairy.
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Grain and livestock markets are fairly quiet and mixed on Wednesday. Choppy action appears to be the name of the game as we await USDA's reports on Thursday and continue to watch weather, outside market volatility and more. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
We saw the grain markets move mostly higher on Tuesday as buying and money flow came back into the market trade after a week or so of liquidation to the downside. There are plenty of factors to discuss and we do that today with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net.
Also, we listen to our midday commentary from Arlan Suderman of StoneX in Segment 1 and at the end of the show, we discuss getting the most bang for your buck with fertilizer. Dr. Cristie Preston of Nutrien joins us to discuss Smart Nutrition MAP+MST in Segment 4.
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Grains had a bit of a turnaround on Tuesday while the livestock markets were lower and stocks started to turn around midday. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss in our Midday Commentary.
We saw corn and wheat under pressure today while the soy complex found some support today. Cattle were mixed, hogs were lower and cotton was down hard again today. We discuss all of that and more with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, we discuss the weekend rains and the forecast ahead of the 4th of July with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien Ag Solutions. Signup for Eric's daily newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
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The soy complex is finding strength on Monday while corn is moving lower on a better weather forecast ahead and wheat is largely caught in the middle. Livestock trade is mixed as well on the day and the outside markets are fairly quiet. We discuss the trade today with Arlan Suderman of StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
After a rough week in the commodity markets, Friday saw corn and the soy complex bounce a little bit. We discuss the trade this week and try to look big picture. Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge joins us to discuss and recap this week's trade action. Learn more online at https://www.zaner.com and follow Ted on Twitter: @TheTedSpread.
At the end of the show we discuss black cutworm in corn and what to watch out for. Brian Weihmeir, an LG Seeds agronomist in south-central Illinois, joins us to provide some insight.
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It has been a rough week in the ag markets but grains are trying to finish the week on a good note with some green numbers in corn and soybeans. Wheat is struggling a little bit while energies and stocks are higher. We discuss the markets with Mark Lucas of StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
Thursday was another rough day in the market trade as we saw sharp, heavy pressure across grains and most livestock contracts. Honestly, no market was immune to the selling today except for feeder cattle. We discuss the market trade action and how to manage your emotions in this market today with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We also talk about the potential gas tax holiday being proposed by the White House. What are the pros and cons of this happening? Mike Steenhoek, Executive Director at the Soy Transportation Coalition, joins us to discuss.
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It's a rough day in the ag market trade as we see a lot of pressure in grains and livestock (outside of feeder cattle trading a bit higher). It appears money is moving to the sidelines amid various factors. We discuss with Ryan Moe of StoneX for our Midday Commentary.
Ag markets finished mostly lower on Wednesday after we saw corn and wheat start higher. Weather, wheat harvest pressure, continued fighting in the Black Sea, liquidation in veg oils and crude oil, financial markets and more all weighed on the market. We discuss it all and more with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
We start the show with a look at the Senate Ag Committee passing the cattle markets bill and special investigator bill today and get price action from Ryan Moe at StoneX.
Then we also talk ticks and taking care of yourself during the summer with Jana Davidson of the Progressive Agriculture Foundation.
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It was a rough day across the grain markets on Tuesday. A slightly cooler weather forecast led traders to liquidate a lot of long positions on the day and we saw sharp losses in wheat, corn and soy markets on the day. We discuss the market and get some great advice for minimizing risk with Bill Biedermann of AgMarket.net on today's show.
We also get some price action perspective from Mark Lucas at StoneX from our Midday Commentary and take a look at the latest news of agriculture.
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Today, with no markets for the Juneteenth holiday, we sit down and have a discussion with Richard Fordyce. He is the current Business Growth Director-Agriculture at OBP and is a former FSA Administrator at USDA. We discuss a wide range of topics for agriculture including the markets, inflation and cost of inputs, the upcoming Farm Bill and much more.
Also on the show today; more heat for some, relief for others across the country this week. We take a look at weather issues in Europe and more with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien Ag Solutions for the week ahead.
We saw a mostly lower day in grains with heavy pressure in wheat heading to the long holiday weekend. Crude oil was also under heavy pressure today with some various rumors about a ban on US oil and gas exports. We talk about the markets with DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing. Learn more at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com. Also, at the end of the show we talk with Dr. Steve Lerner at CHR Hansen about probiotics in our feed.
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We saw green across most of the grain screen today with only soybean oil trading lower. Great double digit strength in many contracts throughout corn, soybeans and wheat trade on Thursday. Stock market continues to tumble though and cattle were mixed. Hogs had a solid day. We discuss the market trade with Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. Today's show brought to you by Growmark/FS; learn more at https://www.growmark.com.
On today's show, we talk the Fed, weather market concerns, price action and more with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. We also share our midday commentary with Arlan Suderman of StoneX and talk about carbon markets with Agoro Carbon Alliance on today's show.
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Overall, we saw a mixed to lower day in the ag trade today as corn and soybeans were relatively quiet. Wheat saw a bit of pressure and livestock were mixed. The trade didn't have much news to go off of today as it awaits the latest Federal Reserve interest rate announcement on Wednesday. We discuss the market trade today with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net. Learn more online at https:/www.agmarket.net.
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Markets overall are mixed to lower in corn and soybeans with wheat under some seasonal selling pressure. The markets are keeping a close eye on the latest inflation news and what the Federal Reserve may do tomorrow with interest rates. Livestock are mixed to higher. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss on this Tuesday.
A mostly risk-off day in the broader commodity market trade today as the stock market saw heavy pressure today with inflation worries in the market and a Fed meeting on Wednesday. We discuss the market action today with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, plenty of weather risks as we getting into this week. We take a look at the forecast with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien on today's show as well.
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It is a general risk off mentaility in the trade today with pressure in stocks and energies spilling into the ag sector. We discuss the market trade today with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
We saw the markets fairly firm in corn and wheat with soybeans under pressure today. On today's show, we discuss the June WASDE report as well as new inflation data and much more. Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing, is our guest today. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
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On Friday, we see the release of the June WASDE report from USDA with not many changes seen but a few numbers above or below expectations. We all saw new CPI numbers out that showed inflation continuing to rise. We discuss with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
On today's show, we had an interview with Dr. Paul Sundberg of the Swine Health Information Center to discuss swine health issues including ASF, JEV, PRRS and more.
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We see soybeans and corn higher with a little inter-market spreading of old and new crop while wheat, off its lows, is lagging behind today. Mixed trade in cattle and more pressure in the hog market. We discuss with Arlan Suderman of StoneX on this Thursday.
A continued spike in energies is being watched closely around the world and in agriculture as well. We discuss the correlation between energies and ag markets today as well as a look at grain and livestock markets ahead of Friday's WASDE report. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
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We saw strength in corn, soybeans and soybean meal on Tuesday albeit trade action was bit puzzling. There was not much fresh news to go off of today. Winter wheat saw pressure on the day while livestock was mixed to higher. We discuss the market trade today with Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net.
Then, we discuss the fertilizer markets and what price action we are seeing there. Josh Linville, Director of Fertilizer at StoneX, joins us to discuss.
On Tuesday, we see soybeans and corn moving double digits higher after finding support mid-morning while winter wheat is under pressure. Livestock is mixed and we continue to watch crude oil around $120 a barrel. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss market action.
We saw the wheat markets surge on Monday with corn strong and the soy complex mixed. On today's show, we discuss market action with Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net.
Also, we get a look at this week's weather forecast and also the summer outlook for La Nina and more with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien Ag Solutions.
On Monday, we see the wheat markets moving sharply higher after fighting intensified over the weekend between Russia and Ukraine. Meantime, corn is up with wheat while the soy complex remains firm and livestock move lower. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the market trade on this Monday.
On Friday, we wrapped up a wild week with pressure in soybeans and winter wheat while soybean oil and corn did their best to stay firm on the day. It was a mixed bag in livestock and crude oil continues to surge higher. We discuss the week in the market trade with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge. Learn more at https://www.zaner.com.
We see pressure in soybeans and winter wheat today with corn firm and spring wheat trying to hold firm. Livestock trade is mixed, weekly export sales were dismal and the stock market is reacting to today's jobs report. We discuss it all with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
We saw the markets rally on Thursday with the soy complex leading the way. It has been a rough couple of days in the grain markets as we enter the month of June. Livestock trade was mostly higher today as well and dairy continues to be a volatile market. We discuss today with Bryan Doherty or Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We're watching the soybean and winter wheat markets move double digits higher on Thursday with spring wheat and corn firm as well. Livestock are mostly higher and we're keeping a close eye on crude oil and stocks. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the market trade.
It was another sharp selloff day for wheat and corn on Wednesday while soybeans held onto slight gains today. We discuss plenty of fundamentals and chart moves with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
After starting mixed through overnight trade and early this morning, we are seeing heavy pressure in wheat and corn through midday on Wednesday. Soybeans are trying to hold on after an export sale to China was announced this morning. We discuss the market action with Ryan Moe of StoneX.
We saw red across the board in grains and livestock today with a tough day in the markets on Tuesday. As we wrap up the month of May and come back from the holiday weekend, we discuss the market action with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net. Learn more at https://www.agmarket.net. Today's show brought to you by Growmark/FS; https://www.growmark.com.
The grain markets are moving sharply lower on the final day of the month as we see sharp profit taking in wheat with spillover into corn and the soy complex. We discuss the markets with Mark Lucas of StoneX today.
On today's show, we wrap up the week and take a look at market action with Chad Hart from Iowa State University. We get Chad's thoughts on all the news items impacting the trade recently, ideas on marketing strategy and look ahead to what could be coming as we move more into the growing season.
Also, Jesse Allen catches up with economist David Widmar from Agricultural Economic Insights (AEI) for a look at the broader market picture heading into the summer months. We discuss inflation, the moves in grains, trade issues and much more. Learn more about AEI online at https://www.aei.ag.
Minneapolis wheat and corn are leading grains to the upside ahead of the Memorial Day holiday weekend. We discuss strength there, mixed action in livestock and optimism in the stock market with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist with StoneX, on this Friday.
The soy complex was the upside leader today shooting higher in beans, meal and soyoil. Minneapolis wheat was also up moderately while winter wheats and corn could not hang onto gains (although they were well off the lows). Lean hogs had a strong day as well with cattle mixed. We discuss the markets with Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
The soy complex has been rallying today, helping to pull wheat and corn along as well. The stock market has been having a good day along with energies and lean hogs. We discuss with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
We saw a mostly risk off trade on Wednesday in grain markets although we did grind our way higher off the lows of the day throughout the session. Cattle markets worked higher on the day. We have plenty to discuss with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics on today's show. Learn more online at https://www.globalcommresearch.com. Also, we have our May Progressive Agriculture Foundation Safety Update with Jana Davidson talking about youth boat safety on the show. Learn more at https://www.progressiveag.org.
Grain markets are in selloff mode once again on Wednesday with livestock trading a bit higher. The trade is seemingly trading a few different news items today and watching the minutes of the Fed meeting this afternoon. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
We saw risk-off trading in the macro markets today and that spilled into corn and wheat while the soy complex was fairly resilient on the day Tuesday. Feeder cattle and deferred live cattle had a nice day as well today. We discuss market fundamentals and more with Bill Biedermann of AgMarket.net on today's show. Learn more at https://www.agmarket.net.
We see a lot of risk-off trading going on in the trade today as corn, soybeans and wheat all move lower along with the equities. Feeder cattle are holding up as corn moves lower today. We discuss the market trade action with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
We saw the wheat market rally on Monday with corn firm as well. The soy complex on the other hand saw selling pressure which may have been some profit taking. Livestock had a solid day as well. We discuss the trade to start the week with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We see the wheat markets and corn working higher to start the week with the soy complex under some selling pressure. Livestock look to be moving mostly higher as well on Monday. We discuss the markets with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
A wild week for the wheat market, money flow between corn and soybeans and a stock market under pressure. We discuss all that and more with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge on today's show. Learn more online as well at https://www.zaner.com. Also, we have a discussion about the broader commodity market with Kevin McNew, Chief Economist at Farmers Business Network (FBN). And, we also get an update on planting progress in the state of Iowa with Iowa State Extension Agronomist Angie Rieck-Hinz on today's show.
It's a bit of deja vu in the grain markets today as the soy complex is higher, wheat under more pressure and corn is caught in the middle in firm trade. Lean hogs are rallying and cattle are choppy ahead of the Cattle on Feed report. Plus, more stock market concerns. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss Friday's trade action.
Soybeans and soymeal were the big winners on Thursday while wheat was under pressure once again. The corn market was flat, basically caught in the middle between soy and wheat today. Cattle appeared choppy ahead of Friday's Cattle on Feed report. We discuss the market trade today with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
On Thursday, we see soybeans and meal shooting higher with wheat lower again and corn caught in between. The stock market faces more pressure as well. We discuss with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in today's Midday Commentary.
It was red across the screen on Wednesday with losses throughout commodities, livestock, energies and the stock market. Risk-off was the general tone in the market trade with wheat seeing the biggest losses in grains. We discuss the day and look at some potential sell signals in corn with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
It is a sea of red across the market trade today as we see a general risk off tone in commodities, livestock, energies and the stock market on Wednesday. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss what we are seeing here today.
Wheat markets were the upside leader again today after some early profit taking gave way to buying. Soybeans had a strong day while corn was a bit weaker with some spreading between old and new crop. Hogs had another strong day as well. We discuss the market trade with Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net on today's show. Learn more at https://www.agmarket.net.
After early profit taking, wheat markets are rallying into midday Tuesday with the soy complex remaining strong and corn fading a bit. What do we make of today's action in the grain trade? We discuss with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
After India's weekend wheat export ban announcement, the trade saw all three wheat classes shoot limit higher on Monday. That money flow spilled into corn and soybeans as well with a little spreading between soymeal and soy oil. Lean hogs had a sharply higher day with good support under cattle futures as well. John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Wheat markets continue to surge higher on Monday after India's government announced a ban on wheat exports, with exceptions, over the weekend. Corn and soybeans are up moderately as well while lean hogs are having a strong day. We discuss the markets with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
It was a wild week in the trade with a ton of data and news to look at. The soy complex saw a surge of buying today while wheat, after initial profit taking, saw buying return late. Corn finished with moderate losses on the day. DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing joins us to discuss the trade. Learn more at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Soybeans along with soymeal and soyoil have found buying here on Friday while wheat and corn see a bit of pre-weekend profit taking. Livestock are trying to rally and show decent strength into midday while the stocks and energies see a bounce as well. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
We had a very busy day in the trade on Thursday with multiple data sets being released, culminating of course with the May World Agriculture and Supply Demand Estimates from USDA. We discuss that along with CONAB numbers out of Brazil, inflation data, pressure in the livestock markets and much more today with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
The May USDA WASDE report has been released with mostly as expected numbers minus a few. One of those includes the U.S. average corn yield being lowered from original forecasts. We take a look at the report and discuss the market reaction with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
Grain markets were solid on the day with food and fuel based commodities seeing money flow in as it was a general risk on day in the trade. We also saw energy numbers and the CPI index out on Wednesday. And, we can't forget USDA's WASDE Report on Thursday. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Grain markets remain firm at midday as we found buying shortly after the open. Generally, most ag markets and energies are higher as money rotates into food and fuel based commodities today. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss Wednesday's trade.
Grain markets ended up firm on Tuesday with livestock mostly lower and a choppy tone overall to the commodity and stock markets. We discuss some current market fundamentals and thoughts on strategy in this market trade ahead of Thursday's USDA report with Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net.
Markets are fairly firm, although fading back and forth a bit as we work towards midday on Tuesday. Plenty of factors to consider and a WASDE report on Thursday that could keep markets choppy. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss Tuesday's trade action so far.
It was a risk-off day of trading on Monday as the stock market, energies, grains and livestock were all lower to start the week. Lots of things happening to look at including a WASDE report on Thursday. John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Grain markets are fading near midday with a general risk-off tone to the trade today. Stocks and energies are under heavy pressure again while livestock are as well (cattle are trying to rebound slightly). Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss Monday's trade action.
Friday's market trade was the wrap up to a wild week in the market as corn and soybeans were under pressure from a drier weather forecast next week for much of the Midwest. Wheat was fairly firm amid many bullish factors combining to support the market. We discuss the week and day of trade with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge. Learn more at www.zaner.com.
Wheat rallied early off a bullish Stats Canada report but now appears to be fading as corn and soybeans are under pressure. Stock market is having a see-saw day and livestock are mostly lower except feeder cattle. We discuss Friday's market action so far with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
Wheat markets were the upside leader on Thursday while corn and soybeans ended up firm to slightly higher when the dust settled. The stock market is taking a beating with the U.S. dollar higher and livestock markets were split with hogs higher and cattle lower. Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
KC wheat is leading the markets higher today with all three wheat markets showing good strength while soybeans and meal are also strong on the day. Corn is firm while we see the stock market taking a beating today. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Jesse Allen talks with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien to get the latest update on the weather forecast and any opportunity for increased planting progress in the next few weeks ahead. Sign up for Eric's daily newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
A mostly lower trade seen on Tuesday with more follow through selling in corn and soybeans. Wheat was also lower on the day as we see more rain in the forecast for the next 6-10 days but warm weather possible next week to try and allow more planting progress. Cattle had follow through strength and lean hogs saw selling as the stocks see sawed around. We discuss the market trade today with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net. Learn more at https://www.agmarket.net.
We see significant pressure in the corn and soy complexes today as we have dollar headwinds and traders ignoring planting delays and looking at the moisture chances for this week in the Midwest. Cattle are strong today with Wall Street mixed as it's Fed week. John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss Monday's action as we enter the month of May.
On Friday, we saw the corn and soybean markets mostly firm while wheat was under pressure ahead of the weekend. The stock market being lower weighed on the livestock markets today as well while we saw crude oil back above $105 a barrel. Plenty of stories to discuss as we wrap the week and the month of April. We talk with DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing on today's show to get his thoughts on the trade. Learn more at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Corn, soybeans and soymeal are firm to higher today as we wrap up the week and the month of April trade. All three wheat markets are under profit taking pressure as rain is in the forecast for the SW Plains and the dollar remains near 19 year highs. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss Friday's trade action.
Corn was firm on the day Thursday while soybean oil was higher again. Meantime, wheat struggled and soybeans were lower as a 19 year high in the US dollar was a weight on all the markets. We discuss that, the livestock markets, dairy and more with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Choppy trade being seen today in the grain markets with corn and wheat firm. The soy complex is mostly lower while we see livestock trade mostly lower as well. The US dollar and VIX seem to be creating headwinds, according to Arlan Suderman of StoneX. He joins us to discuss Thursday's market action.
There is plenty of news to discuss on this Wednesday in the ag market trade with Indonessia's CPO export ban, weather issues for wheat, the US dollar, supply and demand fundamentals and more. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Soybeans, meal, soyoil and corn are all firm today with winter wheat under slight pressure. Stocks are rebounding after sharp losses on Tuesday while livestock are mostly lower. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss Wednesday's trade action so far.
Winter wheat was the upside leader in grains on Tuesday with mixed action in the soy complex and corn firm. Stocks are under pressure with energies moving higher and mixed trade in livestock. Bill Biedermann with AgMarket.net joins us to discuss the day's trade. Learn more at https://www.agmarket.net.
Wheat leads grain and oilseed markets mostly higher this midday while we see the hog market with more follow through pressure. Cattle and mixed on the day while we see the stock market under pressure. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss Tuesday's trade action so far.
Corn and spring wheat led grain and oilseed markets today while we saw the soy complex and winter wheat work off the lows of the day as well. Sharp selling pressure seen in cattle and hogs as well as crude oil today. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss today's trade action.
The soy complex and winter wheat are under selling pressure midday while livestock (both cattle and hogs) have been under sharp selling pressure all day. Corn is trying to hold while crude oil and stocks are under pressure from more COVID lockdowns in China. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.,
We saw heavy pressure in soybeans and soymeal on Friday with corn being pulled lower with it while wheat markets rallied to trade firm. Cattle sold off ahead of the Cattle on Feed numbers while lean hogs had a good day. We discuss plenty of market fundamentals and why we saw some of what we saw on Friday with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge. Learn more at www.zaner.com.
Also, on this Earth Day we have a sit down interview with Karen St. Germain, Earth Science Director at NASA, to talk about some exciting projects upcoming with the Earth System Observatory.
Corn, soybeans and meal are under pressure today as we see some "buy the rumor, sell the fact" mentality in the trade. Wheat has started to firm up while soybean oil is trading higher due to news out of Indonesia. We discuss all that and the livestock market trade ahead of the Cattle on Feed report with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
Corn and wheat markets faded today as we got into afternoon trade with money flowing out. Soybeans were firm along with firm cattle trade today. Plenty to discuss in the markets after Thursday's close as Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor with Total Farm Marketing, joins us today. Learn more at http://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
It's a quiet, mostly inside trading day with grains moderately lower across the board. Stocks, the US dollar and energies are higher while we saw dismal weekly export sales for pork today. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to take a look at the markets near midday on Thursday.
Plenty to discuss in the trade on Wednesday as soybeans were the upside leader, corn went with with some spread trading evident in both. Winter wheat was lower all day until a late rally off the lows left us only slightly lower. We discuss weather, GDP and plenty of funds vs fundamentals throughout the trade today with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at www.globalcommresearch.com!
Also on today's show, Jesse Allen talks with Josh Linville, Director of Fertilizer at StoneX, to get an update on the fertilizer market heading into the heart of spring planting season. We discuss price, availability and also a look at the skyrocketing natural gas market.
Soybeans are leading corn higher with some bull spreading happening between old and new crop contracts of both. Wheat markets however are under pressure today. Cattle are solid and we are watching more earnings reports hit Wall Street. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss today's market action.
A fairly quiet day on Tuesday throughout the ag trade as we saw mixed to lower action in grains. Corn and winter wheat especially had a pullback while the soy complex was firm. Cattle had a solid day and we saw spread trading in lean hogs. Meantime, what happened to cotton? Matt Bennett with AgMarket.net joins us to discuss the trade today.
Grain and oilseed markets are mostly mixed near midday on Tuesday as it is mostly a money flow day, according to Arlan Suderman of StoneX. He joins us to discuss the trade action including the drop in crude oil prices today and a look at the livestock trade.
On Monday, we saw the grain and oilseed markets show impressive strength. Corn and soybean oil made new contract highs as corn nears all time record highs. Wheat was our upside leader again as we watch weather risk, inflation, the war in Ukraine and more. Lean hogs also had an impressive day today. We discuss the market trade with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
As we returned from the Easter holiday break, the grain and oilseed markets have found great strength on this Monday. Same goes for live cattle and lean hogs, while feeder cattle don't like the higher corn prices. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss Monday's action.
With no markets on this Good Friday, we take a look at the short and long term weather forecast as we enter a prime spring planting window. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to provide his insights into the weather situation moving forward. Sign up for his daily weather newsletter here: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather
We saw choppy trade on Thursday as we head into the three day holiday weekend. New contract highs were made in old and new crop corn while soybeans were mixed with old crop higher. Wheat was under selling pressure and livestock trade was mixed. Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss.
We are seeing fairly choppy, mixed trade today as we square positions heading to the long holiday weekend. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to share his thoughts on the trade action heading towards the Easter weekend break on Thursday.
We saw grain markets start mostly lower on Wednesday before wheat led the way back higher. The day ended with moderate gains across corn, soybeans and wheat. Inflation is again the hot topic today and we discuss that in detail along with weather impacts with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at http://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Markets are starting to recover from early lows on Wednesday with wheat leading the way higher. Cattle remain firm with lean hogs slightly lower. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to share his thoughts on the market trade.
It was a sea of green across the commodity screen on Tuesday. Wheat, soybeans and corn led us to the upside while we saw good strength in livestock. Crude oil is up over 7%, back above $100 a barrel as money flowed into commodities broadly today. Jim McCormick joins us from AgMarket.net to discuss Tuesday's trade action.
It is green across the screen so far on Tuesday with strength throughout ag commodites. Wheat, soybeans and corn are all trading sharply higher while we see energies and the stock market higher as well. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the trade action so far today.
On Monday, wheat was sharply higher while the soy complex was sharply lower. Corn, largely caught in between, was mixed on the day. Cattle and hogs had a nice close and the dairy market is higher again. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Wheat is up sharply, soybeans under pressure and corn stuck in the middle. At least, that is how it appears at midday. But, why is this happening? Arlan Suderman of StoneX shares his thoughts with us as well as a look at inflation worries this week and more.
After the April WASDE, we saw grain and oilseed markets finish the week with strong gains across the board on Friday. What do we make of the WASDE numbers and their impact on the trade going forward? We discuss the numbers and Friday's trade action with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge.
The April WASDE report is out with very few changes or surprises to the trade. Grains are still mostly higher, where they were pre-report, as we work into midday. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to recap the numbers and discuss the trade on this Friday.
Soybeans and soybean oil were up sharply today while corn finished up slightly and wheat was under some pressure. Did we see some positioning ahead of Friday's WASDE report? Did weekly export sales and CONAB numbers have a big impact? Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the trade.
Soybeans are the market leader in grains so far today. Is it due to the lower soybean number from CONAB? Corn and wheat are quietly mixed while crude oil is lower again and the stock market is down. We discuss with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in our Midday Commentary for Thursday, April 7th.
We saw a relatively quiet day in grains with an inside trading day on Wednesday. Cattle and hogs were higher amid a lower stock market and grain prices. Today, we talk about some potential demand headwinds and look ahead to the April WASDE report and more with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at http://www.globalcommresearch.com.
It's a quiet day across the commodity sector with grain and oilseeds mostly lower while livestock have bounced a bit. We take a look today's action and discuss the upcoming CONAB and WASDE reports with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
On Tuesday, we saw winter wheat lead grain and oilseeds markets higher with good strength seen as well in soybeans, soybean meal and spring wheat. December corn closed over the $7 mark as well while cattle and hogs were under pressure. We discuss the market trade today with Brian Splitt from AgMarket.net.
Winter wheat is leading our grain and oilseed markets higher today as money flows in as a hedge against inflation. We get the latest on that and some pressure in livestock with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in our Midday Commentary for Tuesday, April 5th.
On Thursday, USDA estimated record soybean acreage for 2022 and lower than expected corn acreage. We also saw quarterly grain stocks numbers impact the market and news of more crude oil reserves being released. Lots to discuss today with Bryan Doherty, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
USDA on Thursday morning released their Quarterly Grain Stocks and Planting Intentions reports. These reports are known for surprises and can be major market movers. Did we see any surprises in today's numbers? Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to recap and give his reaction to the reports.
Grain markets recovered some of the early week losses on Wednesday and traded higher across the board. Livestock were mostly lower as hogs await the Quarterly Hogs and Pigs numbers this afternoon. The trade is not only watching the uncertainty in Ukraine but also Thursday's big USDA reports. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.globalcommresearch.com!
Buying has come back to the grains today while livestock are mixed as hogs wait for the Quarterly Hogs and Pigs report. We are seeing rotation of money out of stocks into commodities today. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
It was another risk off day on Tuesday with winter wheat leading grains sharply lower. Peace talks and prospects for a resolution between Russia and Ukraine were the big market mover in the headlines today. Cattle were the only ag market in the green today. Matt Bennett from AgMarket.net joins us to discuss the trade ahead of Thursday's USDA reports.
Grains are sharply lower amid talks of potential peace between Russia and Ukraine in the news. Winter wheat has led the way lower as it is another risk off day in commodities for the most part. We also take a look ahead to Thursday's big USDA numbers with Mark Lucas of StoneX in today's midday comments.
Risk off trade remained strong through Monday's close as wheat and soybeans were down hard while corn was only slightly lower. Lean hogs were up a bit while everything else was in the red. John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
It is a risk off day across the commodity sector and Wall Street led by crude oil and wheat. Why are we seeing the risk off moves? We discuss with Arlan Suderman of StoneX for our Monday, March 28th, 2022 midday commentary.
On today's show, Jesse Allen has a recap of our market trade from Friday which saw late session buying move grains higher. We also get a look at the Cattle on Feed report out this afternoon.
Then, we have a conversation with Bernard Geschke of the Progressive Agriculture Foundation. Geschke is retiring from teaching farm safety to our youth after a near 30 year career as an educator. We learn how the foundation got its start, his legacy and the future of the foundation.
On Thursday, we saw a bit of a correction throughout the grain markets. Weak weekly export sales were seen for corn, soybeans and wheat and we also watch to see what Russia's response will be to more sanctions by NATO, G7 and EU countries. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to take a look at what is moving the markets on this Thursday. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We saw soybeans lead higher again while wheat took on more profit taking and corn was caught inbetween. Lean hogs were up sharply and cattle had a solid day as well. We discuss some interesting analysis and take a dive into this market today with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at www.globalcommresearch.com.
We started higher across the board in grains but we are now seeing some profit taking in wheat and corn as algo trading picks up today. New crop corn and soybeans are still setting new highs in the fight for acres. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the day's trade.
Markets were fairly mixed and quiet on Tuesday after some initial profit taking in the morning. Wheat and corn saw the most pullback while soybeans were the strength of the grain trade. Livestock were mixed to lower as well. Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net joins us to discuss! Learn more at www.agmarket.net.
Also, we discuss the broader outlook for the markets and farm economy with Kevin McNew, Chief Economist for Farmers Business Network. They just released their Economic Outlook Report, the State of Agriculture 2022 at Commodity Classic 2022. You can download that report here: CLICK HERE
Markets are fairly mixed on the day Tuesday as we see profit taking in wheat and corn. Soybeans remain strong though and we see higher action in the stock market. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Grains were sharply higher again on Monday, led by winter wheat as fighting continues between Russia and Ukraine. Hogs had a sharp move higher as well while crude is back over $110 a barrel. Cattle futures and the stock market were weaker. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Grains are up sharply on Monday due to the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. Livestock are mixed with hogs higher and cattle lower. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the day's action.
On today's show, Jesse Allen has a recap of Friday's mostly lower grain and livestock trade. Then, we get a weather update heading to the weekend and an outlook for spring planting with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien. Sign up for his daily newsletter here: CLICK HERE
Another volatile day in the markets as we head to the weekend. Wheat and soybean oil are leading grains lower as we consolodate in the stock and energy markets. Livestock are firm. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
More volatility seen in the grains on Thursday as we recovered from Wednesday to trade higher. Double digit strength in corn, soybeans and wheat on the day as funds were big buyers. Livestock were mostly lower with the higher feed prices. Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Also, bonus audio coverage as I talked in depth with Arlan Suderman this morning as I guest hosted Agriculture of America (AOA). Listen to that interview as well after we talk with Bryan Doherty.
More volatility in the markets todays as wheat was limit lower while corn and soybeans followed lower. Cattle and hogs were mixed on the day as we also wrapped up the two day Federal Reserve meeting. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
Wheat is sharply lower on Wednesday, pulling corn and soybeans along with it to the downside. All of this in the face of Wednesday's Federal Reserve meeting wrapping up. We discuss the market trade with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
We saw the wheat market lead the grains on Tuesday while soybeans were lower (although off the lows) and corn was caught in the middle. Cattle had another solid day and crude oil continues to move lower. We discuss trends, technicals and more with Brian Splitt from AgMarket.net on today's show.
Wheat is the upside leader again today with crude oil backing off. Soybeans are lower and corn is caught between the two. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Another volatile day in the grain trade today as wheat traded a big range. March expiration also might have played a role in a generally down day in the grains. Cattle had a very strong day to start the week though. We discuss it all and more with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com!
Soybeans and meal have been our leader on Monday as we also see a volatile wheat market once again. Corn is down moderately. Plenty of rumors in the market that are fueling the moves each way. Cattle are also trading sharply higher today. We discuss it all with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
We are at Commodity Classic in New Orleans again today and as we wrap the week we saw more volatility again in the markets. Ted Seifried of Zaner sits down with us to discuss and try to make sense of the markets. Learn more at www.zaner.com.
On today's show live from Commodity Classic in New Orleans, we talk markets and volatility with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Then, bonus audio coverage, as we talk with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net and Arlan Suderman of StoneX about Thursday market action. A jam packed show for day one of Commodity Classic!
After the release of the March WASDE report from USDA, markets didn't react much and we had a mostly lower day in grains and livestock. Wheat remained volatile amid everything going on with Russia and Ukraine. We take a look at the numbers and what is going on in the trade today with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com.
After the release of the March WASDE report from USDA, grain markets didn't react much. We look at some of the updated numbers and also talk about the energy markets with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
Plenty of volatility again in the market trade on Tuesday as wheat had a huge range on the day. The soy complex was strong and corn finished mixed as we saw the US ban imports of Russian oil, natural gas and coal. We discuss everything in the trade with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net on the show today.
Wheat markets are moving lower while crude oil is surging as the US has banned imports of Russian crude, natural gas and coal. Soybeans are moving higher on the day as we await USDA's March WASDE tomorrow. Ryan Moe with StoneX joins us to discuss.
More volatility and fear in the markets on Monday, especially wheat. We see a lot of commercials rolling cash bids to deferred contracts right now and just a lot of wild things happening in the grain markets. Crude continues to surge and cattle had a strong day. John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss all this and more on today's show. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Wheat is up sharply again as we continue to see volatility and fear in the markets. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the latest in the grain and livestock markets on this Monday.
More incredible volatility was seen in grain markets on Friday with wheat still the upside leader. Where does the move higher stop? Also, livestock were under heavy pressure on the day. We discuss it all with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge on today's show. Learn more at www.zaner.com or follow Ted on Twitter: @TheTedSpread.
Wheat was sharply higher again and led grains higher across the board. Not only are we watching Russia/Ukraine as the main driving force but also drought concerns in the southern plains and South American weather. We talk about all that, export sales and more with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at www.globalcommresearch.com.
Grains surged again on Thursday led by wheat while we continue to watch Russia/Ukraine. We also saw weekly export sales that were good for new crop but not on old. Mark Lucas of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Chicago and KC wheat were up sharply again on Wednesday while corn and soybeans saw some profit taking. Plenty of volatility remains in this market trade. We discuss Wednesday's action with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Wheat markets continue to surge higher while we see some profit taking in soybeans and corn. We're also getting some new South American production estimates into the trade. Mark Lucas of StoneX joins us to discuss today's action.
Grain and energy markets were sharply higher again on Tuesday as war continues in Ukraine with Russia. How do we navigate this volatile market as farmers? We discuss some strategies and thoughts with Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net on today's show!
Another day of sharply higher grain trade on Tuesday as war continues in Ukraine. Livestock are mixed on the day as well. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the day's trade.
More volatility on Monday as we saw grain and energy markets sharply higher. Russia/Ukraine dominates the headlines but what else is out there? Also, what can we do in this market environment? We discuss with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing on today's show.
Grain markets are sharply higher amid Russia/Ukraine tensions. What can we do in this environment? Also, what if Ukraine can't plant it's upcoming crop? We discuss with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
Lots of volatility in our markets as we wrap the week and near the end of February. How do we navigate these markets and what do we make of all the various market influences that are out there? We break down multiple topics and discuss with Chad Hart from Iowa State University on today's show.
Grain markets are in a freefall on Friday as we have some expanded limits and plenty of profit taking after this week's big run higher. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss and provide some advice.
Lots of volatility in the markets on Thursday amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the USDA Ag Outlook Forum news notes. Soybeans had a $1.00 plus range, corn ended well of highs, wheat was limit up and livestock took a beating. We discuss with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com!
Markets are reacting to Russia/Ukraine and USDA's Outlook Forum. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us for an update.
Grain markets shot higher again on Wednesday amid Russia/Ukraine, South American weather/falling production and general bullish momentum. Hogs had a rough day and cattle were lower as well. What do we do in these volatile markets? We discuss today with DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing. Learn more at www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Grain and energy markets reacted in a big way on Tuesday as we came back from a three day weekend. Chicago and KC wheat led trade higher while corn, soybeans and soy oil were strong also. Plenty to discuss in this volatile market with Bill Biedermann of AgMarket.net today.
On today's show, we are live at the Northern Corn and Soy Expo in Fargo, ND. There are no markets today due to President's Day. So, that gives us a chance to discuss other topics in the world of agriculture.
Today, we talk fertilizer with Josh Linville of StoneX. Then, we discuss ethanol, fertilizer, policy and more with Neil Caskey from National Corn Growers Association. We continue our discussion around ethanol, biodiesel and more with Scott Fenwick of Clean Fuels Alliance America. Then, we wrap up with cyber security on the farm with Sarah Engstrom from CHS.
Grain and livestock markets were mostly higher heading into the long holiday weekend. Geopolitical fears had markets on edge this week along with South American weather risk, inflation and more playing into the market. Kent Beadle with CHS Hedging joins us to discuss today. Learn more at www.chshedging.com.
Plenty of volatility in the market trade on Thursday as the world continues to watch the Russia/Ukraine situation. Wheat was the upside leader along with lean hogs while corn and soybeans were firm and cattle was mixed. Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss today's action.
Wheat is the upside leader as corn and soybeans have backed off from sesion highs. Markets are continuing to trade the volatile nature of the Russia/Ukraine situation. The same goes for the energy and stock markets. Mark Lucas of StoneX joins us today to discuss.
Soybeans were the leader to the upside in grains on Wednesday thanks to support from soybean oil and soybean meal. Corn and wheat were up moderately and lean hogs were higher as well. What do we make of Wednesday's trade action? Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.globalcommresearch.com.
The soy complex is leading grains higher on Wednesday as we continue to watch Russia/Ukraine and South American weather worries. Livestock are mostly higher now as well. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss today's trade.
Grain markets were under heavy pressure today as it appeared tensions were easing a bit with Russia and Ukraine. Livestock took advantage of the lower grain prices to trade higher. How do we sort through this volatility? Brian Splitt with AgMarket.net joins us to discuss.
Grain markets are under heavy pressure Tuesday as tensions seem to ease a bit between Russia and Ukraine. The trade seems to only be trading this geopolitical situation at the moment. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss why that seems to be the case.
On today's show, we take a broad look at the market picture to start the week with David Widmar of Agricultural Economic Insights (AEI). How do all of the geopolitical factors, weather challenges, acreage battles and more play into our market environment? We discuss all that and more. Learn more about AEI online at www.aei.ag.
Grain markets are mostly lower with little fresh news to drive us so far this week. Livestock have turned back higher though near midday. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
We saw a volatile day in the markets on Friday as it appeared we were having another midday selloff until buying resumed in grains, oilseeds and energy markets. Fears over Russia invading Ukraine soon along with South American weather worries helped fueled our back back. Jesse Allen has a recap and analysis of our markets before we talk grain bin safety with Jana Davidson of Progressive Agriculture Foundation on today's show.
Markets are starting to see deja vu as they turn lower, much like Thursday's action. What is going on in these markets and why are they turning lower after starting sharply higher? Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to explain what he is seeing.
Grain and livestock markets saw a huge reversal on Thursday and ended up trading lower. It was generally a risk off day in the markets. What happened to cause this move? We discuss with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing today. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
We saw grain and livestock markets higher on Wednesday after the release of the February WASDE report from USDA. What do we make of the numbers and why is wheat potentially the most important grain to watch? Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.globalcommresearch.com.
USDA released the February WASDE report on Wednesday morning and there weren't many changes or surprises. However, the trade still reacting accordingly in a mostly bullish manner. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the numbers and what he's seeing in the trade.
We saw wheat find support after a bullish Stats Canada report came out Tuesday morning. Meantime, profit taking overcame corn and soybeans while the protein sector was strong. Jim McCormick with AgMarket.net joins us to discuss Tuesday's trade action.
Wheat has found some buying strength while we see profit taking in corn and soybeans ahead of Wednesday's USDA report. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the trade action today.
Grain markets saw plenty of strength on Monday, led by soybeans and soybean meal. Old crop corn was strong while new crop and wheat was firm. Hogs were higher while cattle saw some pressure. We discuss Monday's action with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Grains are higher led by soybeans as we start WASDE week. Plenty of news items to discuss in the trade giving us strength today. Livestock are a bit more mixed. We talk about it all with Arlan Suderman of StoneX in today's Midday Commentary.
Grain markets ended up mostly higher on the day as they found some late buying. Livestock were mixed with hogs mostly higher on the day while we saw crude oil over $92 a barrel. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the day's trade action.
Also, we listen to our Midday Commentary from Arlan Suderman of StoneX that was recorded midday on Friday before the market close.
Grain and livestock markets were very volatile on Thursday. Soybean meal ended up being the only market to trade fully higher. Plenty of things to look at and discuss in the trade. Today, we are joined by DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing. Learn more at www.boltmarketingllc.com.
Grain markets started lower but have grinded of the lows today. Soybean meal pulled soybeans a bit higher but now we have started to go back and forth around unchanged. Livestock remain strong on Thursday. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the trade.
Grain markets saw some correction on Wednesday. Corn and wheat were under heavy pressure while soybeans (although still higher) were well off session highs on the day. Livestock were strong on Wednesday. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.globalcommresearch.com.
Grain markets are recovering after an early selloff was seen on Wednesday. The soy complex continues to push higher as we made new contracts highs overnight. Livestock markets are mixed to higher as well. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss today's trade action.
Soybeans, meal and soy oil made new contract highs on Tuesday as those markets soared higher. Corn and wheat were up moderately as well as new speculative money continued to flow into commodities today. Cattle and hogs also had a solid day. Bill Biedermann with AgMarket.net joins us to discuss all of the trade action from Tuesday.
Soybeans have shot higher, well over $15 in front months now and we also see strength in corn and wheat on this Tuesday. Livestock looking good as well. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the day's action so far.
Soybeans and meal were the upside leader on Monday while wheat was under heavy selling pressure. Corn got caught in the middle again with front months lower and new crop contracts a little higher. Cattle and hogs had a strong day. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Soybeans and meal remain higher while wheat is under heavy pressure and that is weighing on front month corn. Cattle and hogs are showing impressive strength heading into the end of the month. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Soybeans led the ag markets higher on Friday as we saw beans, bean oil, palm oil and canola all make new contract highs. Corn came close to new highs and wheat recovered after two days of selling. Ted Seifried of Zaner joins us to wrap the week and look at the market trade.
Grains are pushing higher as soybeans lead the way, making new contract highs. Strength in soy oil, palm oil and crude oil is helping. Also, South American weather and geo-political tensions. Not much has changed fundamentally but we are seeing positive money flow today. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
More mixed trade in grains and livestock with the soy complex higher again with wheat under pressure and corn in the middle. Hogs found pressure and cattle chopped sideways. Plenty to discuss today with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Soybeans are rallying midday while wheat is under pressure and corn is firm to lower. What is causing our rally in soybeans and also what is going on with the surging US dollar? We talk about all of that and more with Mark Lucas of StoneX in our Midday Commentary.
The soy complex was the winner on Wednesday with strength seen across beans, meal and oil. Wheat was under pressure with profit taking seen while corn, caught between the two, moved slightly higher. We also have the Fed meeting wrapping up on Wednesday. Plenty to discuss with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics.
Wheat is seeing profit taking while the soy complex is higher. We also are waiting on the Fed to wrap their two day meeting today. Mark Lucas of StoneX joins us to discuss the market trade. Then, we get a weather update with Eric Snodgrass of Nutrien.
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Wheat continued as the upside leader on Tuesday, pulling corn and wheat along with it. Cattle had a mixed tone and hogs were higher again while the stock market was all over the place. Plus, crude oil is back above $85 a barrel. Matt Bennett with AgMarket.net joins us to discuss.
Wheat continues to move grain markets higher and energies continue to move higher as well amid geo-political tensions. What should producers keep in mind with all this volatility? Ryan Moe of StoneX joins us to discuss.
It was a risk off day in the market trade on Monday with the exception of wheat, which traded higher amid continued tensions between Russia and Ukraine. There are lots of geo-political factors influencing trade today along with South American weather weighing on soybeans and a bearish Cattle on Feed report driving cattle markets lower. John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the trade. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
It is a generally risk off day in the markets on Monday as geo-political tensions and fed worries dominate the headlines. Wheat is trading higher in part due to the Russia/Ukraine tension while most other ag markets are lower. Arlan Suderman (@ArlanFF101) of StoneX joins us to discuss.
On today's show, we talk Friday market action in a conversation with Arlan Suderman of StoneX. We also discuss the outlook for 2022 with comments from University of Missouri researcher Ben Brown.
We wrap the show with Jim Lappin, Director of SIMPAS Portfolio & Alliances at AMVAC. We talk about their SIMPAS system and how it can help growers prescriptively apply inputs on their farm this growing season.
Soybeans had another huge up day on Thursday along with soy oil and meal while corn and wheat ended mixed to lower. What drove the soy complex on a mostly slow news day? Also, what's going on in livestock and dairy? Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Soybeans have shot higher near midday along with soybean oil. What is driving today's move higher in the soy complex? Also, corn and wheat remain firm with livestock trade mixed. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss Thursday's action.
Corn, wheat and the entire soy complex soared higher on Wednesday. South American weather and possible yield concerns in Brazil along with inflation and worries of Russia/Ukraine tensions all aided the move higher on the day. Livestock even got in on the strength as live cattle and lean hogs pushed higher while feeder cattle were mixed. We discuss it all with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at www.globalcommresearch.com.
South American weather and Russia/Ukraine worries are at the forefront of our push higher in the ag commodities on Wednesday. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the day's action in the grain and livestock trade.
Wheat markets surged higher today while soybeans and meal were under selling pressure. Corn, caught in the middle, ended up finishing slightly higher on the day. Plenty to discuss with the market trade today as we are joined by Brian Splitt from AgMarket.net.
Soybeans are under pressure Tuesday while wheat finds buying strength. Corn has remained firm and quiet, caught between soybeans and wheat. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss Tuesday's trade action.
Grains are mixed as we wrap the week. Wheat has been under pressure while corn and soybeans are firm to weaker. Lean hogs found strength and that spilled to cattle. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to give his thoughts on today's trade.
Grain markets saw heavy selling pressure as money flowed out of commodities on the day. Soybeans led the way to the downside. Cattle and some hog contracts were the only ones to show much life. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com!
Grain markets are under pressure as we work through Thursday's trade. Is this a reaction to the USDA reports or something else at play? Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to make sense of what we are seeing in today's trade action.
On Wednesday, we saw USDA release it's biggest data set of the year with the January WASDE, Quarterly Grain Stocks, Winter Wheat Seedings, Final 2021/22 US Crop Production and South American Crop Estimates. We go over all the numbers and the impact to the trade with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at www.globalcommresearch.com.
We now have the USDA reports released and being digested by the market trade. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to recap the numbers; of which he points to one that was a surprise to him. Listen for a midday recap of Wednesday's reports.
Jesse Allen talks with Bernard Geschke from Progressive Agriculture Foundation about staying warm during cold weather for our January Safety Message. Learn more at www.progressiveag.org!
Grain markets saw a solid turnaround on Tuesday to finish firm in corn and soybeans. Wheat markets finished moderately higher. All of this as we squared up ahead of Wednesday's USDA reports. Jim McCormick with AgMarket.net joins us to discuss.
Grains have turned around mid-morning and have found some buying on Tuesday. CONAB lowered their estimates for Brazil's corn and soy crops this morning. We see this all ahead of Wednesday's USDA reports. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Soybeans were down sharply which pulled corn lower on Monday. Winter wheat saw a nice turnaround and finished slightly higher. Overall though, it was a risk-off day across commodities ahead of Wednesday's USDA reports. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Corn and soybeans remain lower while wheat has reversed course on Monday. Grain markets are preparing for Wednesday's big USDA numbers. Livestock are mostly lower. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the markets on this Monday.
We had a big turnaround in the grain markets mid-morning on Friday led by soybeans and meal. Wheat and corn followed along and we ended up higher across much of the board. What do we make of the turnaround and what is ahead next week from the January USDA reports? Ted Seifried with Zaner Ag Hedge joins us to wrap the week and discuss. Learn more at www.zaner.com!
Soybeans and meal have led a turnaround in the grain markets as we near midday on Friday. What has led to this turnaround in the grains? Meantime, livestock trade is quiet today. We talk about all of it with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
Wheat markets had a meltdown on Thursday and that was one anchor on ag commodities as a whole. Soybeans and corn did rally off their lows which was a bright spot. We take a look at all of Thursday's action with Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
The meltdown in wheat markets continues as wheat is the downside leader in grains today. Soybeans are under pressure while corn is doing it's best to hold in there around unchanged. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Wheat was the downside leader on Wednesday, pulling corn with it. Meantime, we saw soybeans and soybean oil finish higher on more fundamental factors like South American weather. Cattle were under pressure again and hogs continued the buying spree. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.globalcommresearch.com.
Grain markets are mixed with pressure in wheat which is dragging down corn. Soybeans are trying to find positive strength today while we see lean hogs continue their buying strength. Arlan Suderman of StoneX runs through all of Wednesday's action with us.
Soybeans, soybean oil and corn skyrocketed higher on Tuesday as more weather concerns arise in South America and new money flowed into ag commodities. Wheat was firm, hogs were mostly higher and cattle were under pressure. Bill Biedermann with AgMarket.net joins us to discuss.
Soybeans and corn are surging higher on Tuesday amid new money flow and South American weather issues. Wheat remains firm to higher as well while cattle are under pressure. Hogs are mostly higher. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Ag markets opened 2022 with a bang overnight but gains quickly faded in wheat and corn. Soybeans initially felt the pressure but were able to rally with good strength in soybean meal. Livestock trade chopped around and the dairy market saw good strength. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
After starting with impressive gains overnight and early on Monday, grain markets have come under pressure and given back those gains. Wheat is leading to the downside along with corn. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss what's happening.
Happy New Year's Eve! Markets are open fully today and are mainly just chopping around as we wrap up 2021. Arlan Suderman of StoneX gives us an overview at what we are seeing on this Friday,
Grain markets are under pressure led down by soybeans on Thursday. We saw marketing year low weekly export sales for soybeans and soy meal today. Outside markets are doing well and livestock are mixed to weaker. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Wheat is turning higher as we work through Tuesday which is pulling corn higher as well. The soy complex remains firm around unchanged while livestock is seeing great strength on Wednesday's session. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Wheat markets are under heavy selling pressure on Tuesday which is dragging corn lower. Meantime, soybeans are doing their best to push higher while livestock is mixed. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss Tuesday's trade action.
Reminder, no full episodes this week
Soybeans and corn are the upside leaders on Monday as we see more positive money flow into the ag markets. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
PROGRAMMING NOTE, WE WILL NOT HAVE ANY NEW SHOWS ALL OF NEXT WEEK WHILE ON VACATION. SHOWS WILL RESUME ON MONDAY, JANUARY 3RD!
As we head in to Christmas and our final show of 2021, we have a conversation about the markets with David Widmar from Agricultural Economic Insights. We also catch up on the latest in the pork industry with Dr. Paul Sundberg from the Swine Health Information Center.
Grain and livestock markets were firm to higher on Thursday as we wrapped up trade ahead of the Christmas break. Cattle were the leaders along with corn and soybeans on the day. Plenty to discuss fundamentally with the markets. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing is today's guest. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com!
On this final trading day before the Christmas holiday break, markets are firm to choppy as we square positions up in grains and livestock. Arlan Suderman with StoneX joins us to discuss our pre-holiday action on this Thursday.
It was another strong day in the ag commodities on Wednesday as we saw continued follow through from Tuesday's trade. Weather in South America, geo-political factors along with a seemingly unquenchable thirst for cash HRW wheat and cash soybean meal helping drive ags higher. Demand for corn is also doing well, thanks to strong ethanol demand. Livestock reaped the rewards again as well with solid moves higher in both hogs and cattle on Wednesday.
We discuss all of this with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Learn more at www.globalcommresearch.com.
We are seeing more follow through buying today in the grain and livestock markets. Soybeans are the leader once again while corn holds firm around $6.00. What would a close above $6 mean for corn today? Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
We saw great strength across all commodities today and especially the ag markets. Soybeans and KC Wheat led us to the upside with corn finishing just below $6 resistance. Livestock saw a surge of buying mid-morning as well. Plenty to discuss to day with Bill Biedermann from AgMarket.net!
Ag markets are surging higher on Tuesday as positive money flow is seen moving into the food based commodities. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to go over what he is seeing in today's trade.
Despite a "risk off" day in the broader commodity sector, ag markets held fairly firm to higher on Monday. Soybeans and soy meal led the way along with wheat. Plenty to discuss as we start this holiday shortened week with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
The outside markets are under serious pressure today amid Omicron worries globally, however the ag markets are holding their own. Soybeans and soy meal show good strength. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss Monday's trade action.
It has been an interesting week in the trade with the Fed news just one of the top stories. Soybeans, meal and soy oil have all had their shining moments while corn continues to struggle right below the $6 mark. We wrap up this week's action and discuss with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge.
Soybeans and soy meal are higher today while corn and wheat are firm. Overall, there's not a whole lot of news to move the markets today outside of the current fundamentals. Livestock are mostly mixed to lower on the day. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the market trade on this Friday.
Soybeans, soy oil and wheat led the grain markets mostly higher on Thursday. We saw a positive reaction to the Fed comments on Wednesday along with many other factors supporting the ag markets. Kent Beadle with CHS Hedging joins us to discuss our trade today.
Grains are positive today after the Fed's monetary policy statement on Wednesday. We are seeing a few factors play into today's higher action including good demand for soy oil and a lower US dollar. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
DUE TO TRAVEL CONSTRAINTS WE DON'T HAVE A FULL MARKET SHOW TODAY. However, Jesse Allen gives us a brief overview of Wednesday's lower trade action and then we have a discussion with Jana Davidson from the Progressive Agriculture Foundation about staying safe around the home and farm during the holidays. Learn more at www.progressiveag.org.
Markets are under heavy pressure across the board today as we await the monetary policy announcement from the Fed at 1pm CST. Wheat under the heaviest pressure due to that and Australian wheat values crashing. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Soybean meal was the star of the show on Tuesday helping to move the soybean market higher. We also corn up slightly and wheat was mixed. Cattle and hogs finished moderately lower in quiet trade. All of this while we await news from the Fed after their two day meeting wraps on Wednesday. Brian Splitt with AgMarket.net joins us to discuss on today's show!
Soybean meal has great strength on the day on Tuesday and that is helping the soybean market move higher. Plenty of concerns over what will come out of the Fed's two day meeting concluding tomorrow. Arlan Suderman with StoneX joins us to discuss.
Soybeans were under heavy pressure on Monday while corn was down slightly and all three wheat futures traded higher. Wheat was helped by dryness in the southwestern plains and concerns of a lack of global quality milling wheat. Cattle futures traded higher as well. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com.
Corn and soybean markets are under pressure on Monday with wheat turning positive due to tight global supplies. Meantime, cattle futures are turning higher after early pressure. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss Monday's trade.
After the release of the December WASDE report, grain markets ended up being split. Corn and soybeans were up moderately with wheat under pressure. Most of the changes seen in the WASDE were to the global side. Livestock were mixed with hogs higher and cattle lower after a dismal weekly export sales report. Brian Splitt from AgMarket.net joins us to discuss all of Thursday's action.
We got the December WASDE numbers and they were largely uneventful. Weekly export sales were decent on the grain side but dismal for livestock. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to run through all of today's market news and notes.
Soybeans, soybean meal and corn traded higher while wheat and soybean oil was under pressure on Wednesday. There are plenty of macro factors impacting the trade and of course the December WASDE report tomorrow. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.globalcommresearch.com!
We see soybeans, corn and soybean meal trading mostly higher while pressure builds in soybean oil along with Chicago and KC wheat futures. Livestock are mixed to lower as well. All of this one day ahead of the December WASDE report. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Grain markets finished the day mixed on Tuesday. Spring wheat led all other wheats and corn slightly higher while the soy complex was under pressure as the industry awaits an EPA announcement on the RFS. There are some reported numbers out there but as of 2:00pm CST on Tuesday we are still working to confirm those numbers.
We discuss all of Tuesday's action with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net!
Markets are trading mixed on the day with corn and wheat bouncing around in light action. The industry is waiting on EPA to reportedly release RVOs for 2020, 2021 and 2022 today. Livestock are mostly lower. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
Grains were mixed to lower on Monday in a pretty quiet day overall. Cattle were higher and hogs were under pressure. There just was not a lot of news to work off of as we wait for the December WASDE report on Thursday. John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss.
Grains are slipping lower as we work through the day Monday with not a whole lot of fresh news out there. Livestock are also trending lower, especially hogs. What's the latest on today's action? Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss.
The soy complex led row crops higher on Friday with good strength in soybeans, soybean meal and soybean oil. Corn followed along trying to maintain the price ratio to protect acres. Wheat was under pressure on the day and livestock traded lower. What about the stock market and crude oil? How is that factoring in to end the week? Ted Seifried with Zaner joins us to discuss on Friday's show. Learn more at www.zaner.com!
Soybeans are showing great strength on Friday with soybean meal and soybean oil strong. Corn is following along with soy while the wheat markets are under pressure. And what about fears on Wall Street? We talk about all of that with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
As we begin the month of December, we take a look at what is trending on the agriculture weather front both in the US and globally. We sit down with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions to discuss the latest. Recorded on Thursday, December 2nd, 2021.
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It was a "risk-on" day Thursday as ag markets were higher across the board. Grains were led higher by wheat and soybeans while cattle and hogs had a solid day on good weekly export sales data. Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com!
Grains are rallying, led by wheat on Thursday. Livestock are more mixed in tone as we work towards the midday. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss Thursday's trade action.
Grain markets rallied some on Wednesday as concerns continued in the markets over the Omicron variant. Soybeans led grains higher while we also saw strength in livestock today. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins us to discuss the trade. Learn more at www.globalcommresearch.com!
Grain and livestock markets are doing their best to rally today after a few days of risk off trade. Soybeans and corn are leading things to the upside. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss what is happening on Wednesday.
Jesse Allen sat down with Kurt Curry from Brevant Seeds during the National Association of Farm Broadcasting convention earlier this month in Kansas City. They take a look at the end of harvest and look ahead to 2022 for Brevant Seeds.
It was another risk off day in the trade on Tuesday with sharp losses in wheat, soybeans, soy oil and corn while also being mostly red across the rest of grains and livestock. Bill Biederman with AgMarket.net joins us to discuss the day's trade action.
It's another risk off day across commodities with grains seeing a lot of selling pressure today. We're also seeing more downside pressure in livestock as well near midday. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss today's action.
Ag markets on Monday were under pressure across most grains and livestock futures. We were led lower by wheat and soybeans along with cattle having a disappointing day. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss today's action. Learn more at www.totalfarmmarketing.com!
We examine the pressure in grains and livestock on this Monday with Arlan Suderman of StoneX. Is it tied to the new Covid fears? Is it profit taking? Arlan shares his thoughts on what we are seeing to start this week.
Friday saw a holiday shortened session, we don't have a full show today. But, we do get a look at the huge broader commodity selloff and what is driving it to end the week with Arlan Suderman of StoneX.
No full show today due to Thanksgiving travel constraints.
We talk through the market action on Wednesday ahead of the holiday with Arlan Suderman of StoneX. Listen in for more.
Wheat was strong again on Tuesday while corn was up slightly and soybeans were down just a bit. Cattle markets saw another solid day higher as well while inflation concerns remain on the outside markets. Matt Bennett with AgMarket.net joins us to discuss.
Grain markets are mixed with Kansas City and Minneapolis wheat leading to the high side. Livestock trade is mixed to higher on Tuesday. Arlan Suderman of StoneX joins us to discuss the day's action as we head towards Thanksgiving.