Wednesday, September 17th, 2025 Podcast
We saw an expected rate cut confirmed by the Federal Reserve on Wednesday. What does that mean for the U.S. dollar, the broader economy and the commodity markets moving forward? Plus, more pressure in cattle futures ahead
Tuesday, September 16th, 2025 Podcast
We saw a solid turnaround Tuesday in the grain markets while it was a mixed affair in livestock. As we get ready to ramp up harvest season in a big way, are we simply marking time in
Monday, September 15th, 2025 Podcast
Feeder and live cattle futures found solid support to start the week on Monday while the grains and oilseeds were mixed to lower to start the week. We discuss reaction to Friday’s WASDE report, cattle volatility and
Soybeans Wait for Word from China Talks
Two presidents are scheduled to meet on Friday, and the trade is watching closely in hopes that soybeans will be part of the conversation. On the global side, CONAB raised its soybean production estimate, adding a bit
New Study Details Grain and Feed Industry’s $401.7B Impact, 1.16M Jobs
ARLINGTON, Va., Sept. 18, 2025 — The National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) today released The Harvest Economy, a new economic impact study highlighting the vital role the U.S. grain and feed industry plays in powering jobs,
Field Day showcases applications of small ruminant grazing
By Nebraska Extension The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension will host a field day on Friday, Sept. 26, focused on small ruminant grazing at Harold Johnson’s Ranch (Egan Lane, Hyannis, Neb., just east of Egan Lake). The in-person event
USDA Accepts Nearly 1.8 Million Acres Through 2025 Conservation Reserve Program Enrollment
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced acceptance of 1.78 million acres into the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) through 2025 General, Continuous, Grassland, and Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program enrollments. According to USDA’s Farm Service Agency
McDonald’s Plans $200 Million Investment to Promote Regenerative Practices
McDonald’s said Monday it plans to invest $200 million over the next seven years to promote regenerative agriculture practices on cattle ranches. The Chicago burger giant says the investment was its largest to date in support of