New Joint Study Shows Pressure Increasing Across Ag Economy
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – Iowa’s agricultural economy is several years into a downturn, with net farm income falling 53% from 2022 to 2024 as record-high input costs, depressed grain markets and trade uncertainty put mounting pressure
U.S. Slaps 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods, Targets Dairy, Alcohol and Autos
(WASHINGTON D.C.) — President Donald Trump signed three proclamations Monday imposing an additional 50% tariff on a wide swath of Canadian imports, escalating a year-long trade dispute that has already reshaped cross-border commerce in multiple areas. The
Monday, July 20th, 2026 Program
Crops are looking solid across much of the Midwest, despite heat stress and wildfire smoke in the Great Lakes area. Soybeans rallied again on more Chinese demand business while corn and wheat were mixed and cattle ended
Weather and Soybeans Lead Market Strength
Weather continues to provide support for the grain markets as recent heat has contributed to a decline in crop condition ratings. Traders remain focused on forecasts as crops move through key reproductive stages, keeping a weather premium
Friday, July 17th, 2026 Program
On Friday’s show, we get started with market analysis from Scott Varilek of Kooima Kooima Varilek in Segment One (video available) followed by a market conversation with Mike Castle, Senior Commodities Economist at StoneX in Segment Two.
Smoke, Heat Stress and Severe Weather On Tap This Week
There are numerous weather factors being watched right now across the U.S. including wildfire smoke impacts in the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes, extreme heat continuing across some areas, severe weather potential and even activity in the
Soybeans and Cattle Rallying on Monday
Soybeans are pushing higher to start the week with corn up slightly as well. Cattle are also trying to end their losing streak to start the week. Arlan Suderman from StoneX joins us for our Market Talk
Understanding Corn’s Most Critical Drought Window
Corn can withstand periods of early-season water stress, but drought during pollination and grain fill can dramatically reduce kernel development and final yield. While the timing of drought influences yield loss, the hybrid’s ability to use water
Heat, Wildfire Smoke Raise Concerns Across Farm Belt
Extreme heat and smoke from Canadian wildfires have created additional challenges for farmers and livestock producers across portions of the northern United States. The National Weather Service issued heat advisories and excessive heat warnings for parts of
Continued USMCA Joint Review Bilateral Talks
WASHINGTON — Ambassador Jamieson Greer will travel to Mexico from Wednesday, July 22, to Friday, July 24, to continue bilateral discussions related to the Joint Review of USMCA. During the bilateral meetings, Ambassador Greer and Secretary Ebrard will