Successful Farming Daily

Successful Farming Daily, July 20, 2026 20.07.2026 5min

Start your morning with SF Daily, your daily source for agriculture news, commodity market updates, and weather with host Lorrie Boyer. In today's episode: Grain markets react to escalating Black Sea geopolitical tensions that are disrupting grain shipments and raising concerns about global supplies. Crude oil climbs more than $11 per barrel, while gasoline prices continue to increase, adding pressure to agricultural input costs. Argentina's soybean imports from Paraguay strengthen demand for U.S. soybeans. Investors remain optimistic on corn and soybean markets, increasing their net long positions. Livestock futures finish lower, with Live Cattle and Feeder Cattle posting notable losses. A look at extreme heat and smoke advisories affecting much of the United States and what they could mean for agriculture. SF Daily delivers the latest on grain markets, livestock, weather, ag policy, and the issues impacting farmers, ranchers, agribusiness professionals, and rural America—every weekday in a quick, easy-to-listen format. Keywords: agriculture podcast, farm news, commodity markets, grain markets, corn prices, soybean prices, wheat markets, livestock markets, cattle futures, Black Sea conflict, global grain trade, crude oil, gasoline prices, agricultural weather, heat advisory, smoke advisory, farming, ranching, agribusiness, SF Daily, Lorrie Boyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, July 17, 2026 17.07.2026 3min

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, July 17, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover commodity markets, weather, and the top stories impacting agriculture each morning. Soybeans moved lower as soybean meal prices pulled back, despite strong weekly export sales providing some support. Corn and wheat found support from weather concerns and rising geopolitical tensions in the Black Sea region, a key export area for wheat. Livestock markets faced pressure, with live cattle futures declining across contracts ranging from $235 to $305, while feeder cattle futures dropped from $335 to $440. Beef markets showed weakness, with export sales reaching the fourth-lowest level of the year and wholesale boxed beef prices moving lower. Weather concerns continue, with hot temperatures and wildfire smoke affecting parts of the northern U.S. Heat indexes could climb near 100 degrees Fahrenheit in some areas. Catch up on the latest ag news, markets, and weather updates with the SF Daily podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, July 16, 2026 16.07.2026 4min

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for Thursday, July 16, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer for a full update on the latest commodity markets, weather conditions, and agriculture news impacting farmers and ranchers. In today’s episode, we cover key developments across the grain, livestock, energy, and agricultural markets, including slow buying interest in grain futures, global crop concerns, and changing livestock trends. Topics covered include: Grain market update: European wheat crop losses and French corn concerns support prices, while U.S. crop conditions show slight improvement but remain below last year’s levels. Ethanol production report: Weekly output fell to 1.04 million barrels per day, the lowest level since early May, while ethanol inventories increased. Livestock markets: Feeder cattle futures weakened as box beef prices declined, while hog markets rebounded despite rising Chinese pork production. Agriculture weather update: Canadian wildfire smoke continues to impact air quality, while extreme heat advisories remain in effect across parts of the U.S. Farm economy outlook: The latest factors influencing commodity prices, producer decisions, and agricultural markets. Stay informed with the SF Daily podcast, your source for daily farm news, grain markets, livestock reports, agriculture weather updates, and commodity market analysis. Keywords: agriculture news podcast, farm news, grain markets, corn prices, soybean markets, wheat market, cattle prices, hog market, livestock news, ethanol production, commodity markets, farm weather, Successful Farming Daily, Lorrie Boyer, agricultural market update. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, July 15, 2026 15.07.2026 4min

Start your day with the latest agriculture news on the SF Daily podcast with host Lorrie Boyer. Get a fast, reliable update on the grain and livestock markets, USDA news, farm weather, and the top stories impacting agriculture. In today's episode: Wheat leads grain markets higher on global production concerns, Black Sea export uncertainty, and managed money buying. Corn and soybean futures also gain, while hard red winter wheat production is projected to reach a 70-year low. Live and feeder cattle futures move lower. Extreme heat warnings stretch across much of the Midwest and Northeast, raising concerns for crops and livestock. Subscribe to SF Daily for your weekday source for grain markets, livestock news, farm weather, USDA reports, and the latest agricultural headlines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, July 14, 2026 14.07.2026 5min

Get your morning update on ag markets, commodity prices, weather, and the biggest stories impacting farmers and ranchers with host Lorri Boyer. In today’s episode: Corn and soybean markets: Crop condition ratings improved slightly, but heat across the Corn Belt is raising stress concerns as crops enter key growth stages. Grain exports: Corn export inspections declined, while soybean shipments improved. Wheat exports also saw a weekly decline. Livestock markets: Live cattle futures were mixed, while feeder cattle futures moved lower. Weather update: Extreme heat across the northern U.S. could push temperatures near 105 degrees, increasing stress on crops, livestock, and wildfire concerns in parts of the Plains. Listen daily for agriculture news, grain market updates, USDA reports, weather trends, and rural economy headlines with Lorrie Boyer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, July 13, 2026 13.07.2026 4min

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for Monday, July 13, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. Start your morning with the latest agriculture news, commodity market updates, weather impacts, and the stories shaping farming and rural America. Today’s episode covers: • Grain markets: Corn and soybeans remain firm, while wheat markets see profit-taking.• USDA WASDE report: Tighter ending stocks for corn and soybeans provide market support.• Global trade: Black Sea tensions could impact grain exports and global supply concerns.• Market trends: Investors increased bullish soybean positions, while speculators reduced short positions in corn and wheat futures.• Livestock markets: Live cattle and feeder cattle futures posted losses, while wholesale box beef prices moved higher.• Agriculture weather: Excessive rain and drought concerns continue across parts of the Corn Belt, with extreme heat warnings impacting the northern Plains and Upper Midwest. Subscribe to SF Daily for quick, trusted updates on farm news, grain markets, livestock, USDA reports, and weather conditions affecting agriculture every morning. Listen to the SF Daily podcast for Monday, July 13, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. Start your morning with the latest agriculture news, commodity market updates, weather impacts, and the stories shaping farming and rural America. Today’s episode covers: • Grain markets: Corn and soybeans remain firm, while wheat markets see profit-taking.• USDA WASDE report: Tighter ending stocks for corn and soybeans provide market support.• Global trade: Black Sea tensions could impact grain exports and global supply concerns.• Market trends: Investors increased bullish soybean positions, while speculators reduced short positions in corn and wheat futures.• Livestock markets: Live cattle and feeder cattle futures posted losses, while wholesale box beef prices moved higher.• Agriculture weather: Excessive rain and drought concerns continue across parts of the Corn Belt, with extreme heat warnings impacting the northern Plains and Upper Midwest. Subscribe to SF Daily for quick, trusted updates on farm news, grain markets, livestock, USDA reports, and weather conditions affecting agriculture every morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, July 10, 2026 10.07.2026 5min

Listen to the SF Daily Podcast with Lorrie Boyer for quick, informative updates on the commodity markets, agriculture news, livestock trends, and weather impacting farmers and ranchers each morning. Today’s episode covers: • Grain markets: Traders anticipate minimal changes in upcoming USDA reports, with tight corn supplies and limited soybean stocks keeping markets focused on production and demand. • Corn Belt weather: Crop conditions remain a key market driver, with some areas experiencing stress while forecasts call for thunderstorms and excessive rainfall across parts of the central U.S. • USDA export sales: Soybean sales increased 30% to 504,300 metric tons, led by China. Corn sales declined 23% to 565,800 metric tons, while wheat sales rose 4% to 313,100 metric tons, with South Korea among the top buyers. • Livestock markets: Live cattle and feeder cattle futures moved lower, while 2026 beef sales totaled 13,977 metric tons. Stay informed with daily agriculture market news, commodity updates, USDA reports, export trends, livestock analysis, and weather insights from the SF Daily Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, July 9, 2026 09.07.2026 5min

Listen to the Successful Farming Daily podcast for Thursday, July 9, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. Get today's agriculture news, grain market update, livestock markets, weather forecast, and the latest stories affecting farmers across the U.S. In today's episode: Grain markets hold steady ahead of the USDA WASDE report. China's soybean buying supports export demand. Ethanol production declines while inventories reach their lowest level since early January. Live cattle and feeder cattle futures move lower. Heavy rain, severe thunderstorms, and localized flooding impact parts of the Corn Belt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, July 8, 2026 08.07.2026 5min

Listen to the Successful Farming Daily podcast for Wednesday, July 8, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. Get today's agriculture news, grain market update, livestock markets, weather forecast, and the latest stories affecting farmers across the U.S. In today's episode: The U.S.-Iran ceasefire collapses, adding uncertainty to global energy markets. Corn and soybean markets find support from bargain buying and ongoing weather concerns. The Iowa Spore Warning Network uses AI to help detect crop diseases. The Purdue/CME Ag Economy Barometer falls to its lowest level since December 2024 as farmers cite high input costs and low commodity prices. Live cattle futures decline while hog futures face liquidation pressure. Thunderstorms and heavy rain are expected across much of the Corn Belt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, July 7, 2026 07.07.2026 5min

Listen to the Successful Farming Daily podcast for Tuesday, July 7, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. Get today's agriculture news, grain market update, livestock markets, weather forecast, and the latest stories affecting farmers across the U.S. In today's episode: Soybean futures hold steady despite China's purchases as traders weigh the potential for slowing demand. Corn and soybean crop conditions show early signs of stress, while global crop ratings decline and could affect production estimates. USDA export inspection data shows lower corn and wheat inspections, while soybean inspections increase. Feeder cattle futures move lower as pasture conditions slip slightly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, July 6, 2026 06.07.2026 4min

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, July 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. Soybeans are seeing positive territory due to potential US-China trade talks, with US commodities undervalued. Weather impacts on corn and soybeans are significant, with some regions experiencing heat and drought, while others face flooding. The July WASDA reports are expected to cause market volatility. Agriculture.com reports that June's crop conditions were variable, with hot and dry conditions initially followed by cooler, drier weather. Live cattle futures and feeder cattle futures declined, and wholesale beef prices also dropped. Listeners are encouraged to read more at agriculture.com and subscribe to the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, July 3, 2026 03.07.2026 3min

Listen to the Successful Farming Daily podcast for Friday, July 3, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. Get today's agriculture news, grain market update, livestock markets, weather forecast, and the latest stories affecting farmers across the U.S. In today's episode: Corn, soybean, and wheat futures finish higher on buying momentum ahead of the Independence Day holiday, with some late profit-taking. Livestock markets are supported by a CME Feeder Cattle Index of $376.99 and strong U.S. beef export sales totaling 126,062 metric tons. Weather patterns shift as a western trough brings relief from the heat while a new ridge is expected to develop next week. Forecast models differ on temperatures and rainfall, with scattered showers and cooler conditions possible across parts of the Corn Belt early next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, July 2, 2026 02.07.2026 4min

Listen to the Successful Farming Daily podcast for Thursday, July 2, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. Get today's agriculture news, grain market update, livestock markets, weather forecast, and the latest stories affecting farmers across the U.S. In today's episode: Corn, soybean, and wheat markets strengthen following USDA reports with no major bearish surprises, new month buying, and ongoing global weather concerns. Heat builds across the U.S. Corn Belt while crop losses mount in parts of Europe and India, and drying soils in Ukraine raise production concerns. Feeder cattle futures move lower as ethanol production climbs to its highest level in two months. Ethanol inventories rise to their highest level since May 22. Extreme heat warnings remain in effect across the eastern U.S., with heat index values reaching as high as 105°F in parts of central Illinois. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, July 1, 2026 01.07.2026 4min

Listen to the Successful Farming Daily podcast for Wednesday, July 1, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. Get today's agriculture news, grain market update, livestock markets, weather forecast, and the latest stories affecting farmers across the U.S. In today's episode: USDA Quarterly Stocks and Acreage reports show corn planted acres unchanged despite rapid planting, as high input costs continue to influence planting decisions. Corn harvested acres are projected to decline 4% to 87.4 million acres, while demand for corn, soybeans, and wheat remains strong. Domestic soybean use is up 18%. Canadian farmers are expected to plant a record 23.4 million acres of canola. Live cattle and feeder cattle markets move lower, while U.S. pasture conditions improve to 34% rated good to excellent. Severe thunderstorms capable of damaging winds and large hail are forecast across the Oklahoma and Texas Panhandles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, June 30, 2026 30.06.2026 3min

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 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. Today will bring several significant market drivers, including the first notice day on July contracts, quarterly stocks, and revised acreage reports. Daily limits for corn, soybeans, and wheat were set at 30 cents, 85 cents, and 35 cents, respectively. Stats Canada released updated planted acre estimates, and US crop ratings declined despite favorable conditions. Extreme heat in the EU reduced corn yields by 5-10 million metric tons. Livestock markets were influenced by post-holiday beef demand, packer losses, and Chinese herd reductions. Wholesale box beef prices rose, with Choice boxes up 41 cents and Select boxes up 26 cents. Severe heat advisories were in effect across the Midwest, with temperatures expected to reach up to 105 degrees in some areas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, June 29, 2026 29.06.2026 5min

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 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. Extreme heat in the Eastern Corn Belt and EU is causing crop stress. The USDA reported a smaller-than-expected hog herd, boosting hog prices, while beef stocks remained stable, indicating a potential demand slowdown. Investors increased net short positions in corn and soybeans, with 74,819 and 36,986 futures contracts, respectively. Wheat saw a shift in net shorts. Severe heat advisories were issued across the Midwest, with temperatures expected to reach up to 105 degrees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, June 26, 2026 26.06.2026 3min

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 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. Commodity markets continue to face geopolitical uncertainty and volatile weather conditions. The US dollar, energy futures, and major indices traded lower due to position squaring ahead of the month and quarter ends. Beef export sales surged to 21,300 metric tons, while pork exports increased by 63% for the 2026 marketing year. The US had 73.7 million hogs as of June 1, down slightly from the previous year. Flash flood warnings were issued in southeastern Kansas, and flood watches were in effect for southern Illinois and Indiana. The CME feeder cattle index rose to 381.86 on June 24. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, June 25, 2026 25.06.2026 3min

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 25, 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 quiet with traders awaiting next week's quarterly stocks and acreage reports. US weather conditions are favorable but stressful in some regions. China's beef imports are shifting as Australia and Brazil reach their quotas, potentially increasing US beef demand despite high prices. China's beef imports are up 18.4% year-on-year, reflecting a dietary shift towards more beef consumption. Live cattle futures are higher, and the CME feeder cattle index is at 83.14. The USDA reported 19 new screw worm cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, June 24, 2026 24.06.2026 5min

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 24, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Grain markets are in a choppy pattern, with US corn oversold and crop stress reported globally, particularly in the EU and Brazil. A Senate Agriculture Committee draft farm bill includes increased direct loans and conservation payments, met with optimism by corn and soybean groups. Live cattle futures dropped, while feeder cattle and wholesale beef prices rose. Severe weather warnings were issued for parts of Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas, with potential for heavy rain and severe storms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Successful Farming Daily, June 23, 2026 23.06.2026 4min

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 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. Grain futures are nearing a turning point, with US prices undervalued globally. Corn and soybean ratings held steady, trailing last year's ratings. Winter wheat harvest surged to 40% complete, highlighting a poor crop. Wheat inspections rose to 393,150 metric tons, while corn and soybean assessments declined. Live cattle futures closed higher, and the US pasture rating improved to 33% good to excellent. Severe thunderstorms are forecasted for parts of Texas and Oklahoma. Corn and soybean prices are down, while wheat and feeder cattle prices are up. Crude oil, gold, and silver prices are also down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices