Successful Farming Daily

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, February 16, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The commodity markets are closed today in honor of Presiden't day. Argentina's crop rating declines, the U.S. inflation data easing to 2.4% in January, and beef prices rising 17%. China's food prices are down, with meat costs decreasing by over 6%. Investors increased their net long positions in soybeans and reduced bearish bets on corn. Livestock markets saw mixed results, with cash cattle trades expected to be higher. Weather notes highlighted dry conditions in the southern plains and potential fire risks in eastern Colorado. The podcast also promoted Bear Crop Science's 0% APR financing offer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, February 13, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Traders are taking profits after a strong week, with soybean ratings in southern Argentina declining to 32% good to excellent and 32% poor to very poor. US corn exports have increased by 31% year-over-year, with 60.8 million metric tons committed since September 1. The USDA raised its corn export outlook to 3.3 billion bushels for the 2025-2026 marketing year. Live cattle prices are mixed, and beef demand remains strong despite tight supplies. Weather forecasts predict above-normal temperatures and rainfall in parts of Missouri, with potential for wildfires in Oklahoma and Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, February 12, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. New crop soybeans are gaining strength, supported by strong demand and quality issues in Brazilian soybeans. Ethanol production rose to 1.11 million barrels per day, with inventories at 25.214 million barrels. The April live cattle contract showed potential for higher cash trade, while dry conditions in cattle country are causing concern. The House passed a bill to repeal fentanyl-related tariffs on Canada, expected to face a veto. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, February 11, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The USDA's February WASDE report showed modest adjustments to domestic balance sheets, with traders skeptical about increased Chinese soybean purchases. Corn stockpiles are projected at 2.1207 billion bushels, up from 2.2127 billion, with exports at 3.3 billion bushels. Wheat inventories are expected to end at 931 million bushels. Beef prices were down, with Choice down 21 cents and Select down 45 cents. Light rain and snow are forecast for parts of Central Iowa, with potential for isolated slick spots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, February 10, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The WASDE report is set to be released today with no major changes expected, with a focus on South American crops and China's production and demand. USDA data showed corn inspections rose to 1.31 million metric tons, wheat to 580,130 metric tons, and soybean inspections declined to 1.14 million metric tons. The cattle market is unaffected by Argentina's beef imports due to tight supplies. High beef prices persist. Severe winds are forecast for Central Oklahoma, and flood advisories are issued for eastern Nebraska due to ice jams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, February 9, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Futures markets are seeing little movement, with minor adjustments expected in the upcoming WASDE report. South American production, particularly Brazilian soybean sales, is slow, affecting export potential. Speculators increased bullish bets on soybeans and reduced net short positions in corn and wheat. The JBS plant strike and tariff reduction on Argentine beef may impact the market psychologically. Dry conditions in the U.S. southern plains and Nebraska pose fire risks. The podcast also highlighted cattle futures volatility and weather warnings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, February 6, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Commodity markets are stable ahead of the WASDE report, with soybean sales down 47% week-over-week to 436,900 metric tons, led by China. Corn sales dropped 37%, and wheat sales fell 33%. Live cattle futures declined due to potential strikes at a JBS plant in Greeley, Colorado. Weather updates included flood watches in eastern Nebraska and winter weather advisories in eastern Indiana and Ohio. The podcast is sponsored by Bear Crop Science, offering 0% APR financing on crop protection products. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, February 5, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Commodity markets reacting to President Trump's claim of China buying 8 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans, potentially reducing ending stocks. Traders are skeptical without confirmation. Soybean demand is supported by Brazil's slow export program and farm economy issues. Ethanol production dropped to 956,000 barrels per day, the lowest since April 2024, with inventories at 25.130 million barrels. March feeder cattle futures are nearing a chart gap, but the cash cattle trade is uncertain. Weather notes include potential ice jams on the Missouri River and freezing drizzle in eastern Iowa and Northern Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, February 4, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. A US-India trade deal was announced, with tariffs on Indian goods reduced to 18% and India agreeing to stop buying Russian oil, expected to boost US agricultural exports. Beef prices remain strong, with choice at $250 and select at $232. Weather forecasts include freezing drizzle in Minnesota and Wisconsin, potentially causing travel hazards. The podcast is sponsored by Bear Crop Science, offering 0% APR financing on crop protection products. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, February 3, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Gold is up nearly $300 and silver over $9, driven by the U.S. government shutdown. Argentina's corn production estimates were revised down, and China's corn imports are rising. U.S. corn inspections fell to 1.14 million metric tons, down from 1.55 million tons a week earlier. Cattle futures rose due to strong cash cattle trade, with the lowest cattle inventory since 2018. Winter weather advisories were in effect in parts of the U.S., with forecasts of up to three inches of snow in some areas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, February 2, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Profit-taking from late last week and a drop in crude oil due to Middle East tensions and moderate US weather pressured markets. The USDA reported a decline in cattle and calves, with total cattle at 86.2 million head, down 0.5% year-over-year. Beef cows were down 1%, milk cows up 2%, and the calf crop down 2%. Cash cattle trade developed late, with Southern live cattle prices up $5 and Northern dress cattle up $9. Box beef prices were mixed. Light snow is possible in Northern Iowa and surrounding areas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, January 30, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. A late-night Senate deal led to a US dollar rebound and metal price drops. Soybean exports from Brazil are robust, but Argentina's crop ratings have declined. Farmers aggressively sold soybeans, with 74% stored commercially as of November 30. Corn and wheat storage also increased, indicating potential selling pressure. Cash cattle trade remained uncertain, with packers reducing slaughter rates. Winter weather advisories were issued for parts of the Midwest, and extremely cold conditions were forecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, January 29, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Gold prices surged nearly $200, and silver climbed over $3 amid government shutdown concerns. The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady, but labor market issues, including Amazon's job cuts, are affecting investor confidence. Agricultural markets face crop stress, particularly in Argentina, with China's soybean and sorghum purchases closely watched. Weekly ethanol production fell to 1.100 million barrels a day, with Midwest production down significantly. Cash cattle prices are expected to rise, potentially pushing futures higher. Light snow is forecasted for eastern Nebraska and western Iowa, with temperatures reaching single digits below zero. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, January 28, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Gold surged nearly $200 an ounce, and silver over $7, driven by a weaker US dollar and crypto instability. Corn and soybean prices rose due to reduced Argentine crop estimates and Brazilian export delays. The American Soybean Association reported a 45% drop in soybean oil used for biofuels, citing unclear policies. The EPA proposed a 67% increase in biofuel blending levels for 2026-2027, potentially adding 200 million bushels of soybeans. Cattle futures saw slight losses, and extreme cold weather conditions were noted in several regions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, January 27, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. There are weather concerns in South America, particularly Argentina, where crop ratings are declining due to spreading dryness. In the U.S., bitter cold persists, and global tensions are high, with President Trump threatening to raise tariffs on South Korea. Export inspections were mixed, with corn assessments rising, but wheat and soybean inspections declining. Cattle futures are up, with feedlots holding out for higher cash prices. Extreme cold warnings are in effect across the U.S., with wind chills reaching 20 degrees below zero in some areas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, January 26, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. A weakening U.S. dollar and rising metals are impacting agricultural markets, with gold up $110 an ounce and silver nearly $8. Dry conditions in Argentina lowered soybean ratings, while winter storms in the U.S. influenced cash markets. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission reported a net short position of 95,867 corn futures contracts and a net long position of 14,624 soybean futures contracts. Cash cattle traded steady to higher, with box beef prices up. Cold weather warnings were issued across the U.S., with wind chills reaching minus 22 degrees Fahrenheit in some areas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, January 23, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Markets are consolidating, with attention on South American weather, particularly Argentina's soybean ratings and Brazil's delayed rains. Ethanol production dropped to 1.190 million barrels a day, with inventories rising to 25.713 million barrels. Cattle futures were stagnant, awaiting the cattle on feed report. The "Make America More Ground Beef" initiative aims to lower retail ground beef prices by 18-25% by diverting 800,000-1 million dairy cattle. Winter storm warnings and extreme cold alerts were issued across the U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, January 22, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and EU eased, stabilizing markets. In Brazil, a slow soybean harvest and dry conditions are affecting corn planting. In the U.S., dry weather persists, limiting grain movement and tightening commercial inventories. Iowa's corn and ethanol industry faces decline without E15 and ultra-low carbon ethanol, with corn prices projected to drop to $1.52/bushel by 2025. Winter storms are expected across the U.S., with extreme cold warnings and significant snowfall forecasted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, January 21, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Commodity markets are showing signs of stabilization after trade tensions, with soybeans supported by meal and oil strength, and corn by Brazilian harvest delays. US egg production in December rose slightly, with 9.110 billion eggs produced, including 7.818 million table eggs and 60 million broiler-type hatching eggs. Live and feeder cattle markets saw volatility due to New World screw worm concerns. Winter storms are forecasted across the central US, with extreme cold warnings in North Dakota to Michigan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, January 20, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Gold surged over $130, and silver over $6 due to geopolitical tensions. The US dollar weakened, and equity markets signaled a sell-off. China and Canada finalized a trade agreement, potentially impacting North American oil. Argentina's crop ratings and production estimates are declining, while Brazil's outlook is mixed. China has met its promise to buy 12 million metric tons of US soybeans. The US chicken industry faces growth challenges, with per capita consumption expected to rise to 107 pounds by 2030. Cattle markets were affected by false rumors of a new case of New World screw worm. Winter weather advisories were issued for parts of the Midwest, with potential snowfall and extreme cold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices