Monday, March 16th, 2026 Program
It was a rough start to the week on Monday, March 16th, 2026 as the entire soy complex came under heavy selling pressure. What led to soybeans, meal and soybean oil being down daily limits? John Heinberg
Friday, March 13th, 2026 Program
More volatility was seen this week in the markets as we continue to trade off headlines from the Middle East and much more. As much as the volatility can create opportunity, you have to remember to keep
Thursday, March 12th, 2026 Program
Crude oil worked higher again on Thursday and that helped to pull the grain complex higher as well (although we did finish a bit off of session highs on the day). Meantime, the cattle complex also saw
Trade Update: Strong Export Demand Highlights Importance of Global Markets
Trade developments remain a major focus for agriculture as U.S. officials continue negotiations with China and other global trading partners. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer are scheduled to meet with Chinese Vice
Rural Concerns Grow Over Data Center Expansion
The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence data centers into rural communities is drawing growing attention from farm organizations concerned about energy use, water consumption, and public transparency. The issue surfaced during the recent annual convention of National
Fertilizer Industry Faces Legal Challenge, Price Scrutiny and Calls for Policy Changes
Concerns about fertilizer prices and market competition are intensifying across the U.S. agricultural sector as farmers, commodity groups and policymakers push for greater transparency and potential policy changes within the fertilizer industry. A newly filed class-action lawsuit,
USDA Launches Rapid Response Grants to Combat Emerging Ag Pests and Diseases
The USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture has launched a new competitive grants program designed to help researchers and agricultural professionals respond quickly to emerging pest and disease threats that could disrupt the nation’s food and
Nebraska Cattlemen Disaster Relief Fund Opens
LINCOLN, NE (March 16, 2026) – Today, leadership of the Nebraska Cattlemen Disaster Relief Fund announced they are accepting monetary donations and relief applications to assist beef cattle producers who are being impacted by fires. Nebraska Cattlemen President Craig Uden