In this edition of Commodity Week, host Todd Gleason and market analysts Dave Chatterton and Garrett Toay break down the fallout from the USDA Grain Stocks report, trade relations with China, and harvest marketing strategies. The discussion centers on the USDA's surprise addition of roughly 173 million bushels of corn to ending stocks, shifting balance sheets ahead of the next WASDE report where the panelists anticipate yields may stay steady or drift slightly lower due to quality issues in the western Corn Belt. Turning to global trade, the analysts assess China's continued tariff leverage on U.S. soybeans, the pace of its 25-million-metric-ton purchasing target, and growing export competition from Brazil and Argentina. Finally, they advise producers to leverage basis opportunities, carries, and on-farm storage—noting that farmers are largely cash-flow insulated for now—while cautioning that elevated diesel costs, strained refining capacity, and geopolitical tensions will likely maintain a tight-margin environment for the next 18 to 24 months.Panelists - Dave Chatterton, SFarmMarketing.com - Garrett Toay, AgTraderTalk.com

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In this edition of Commodity Week, host Todd Gleason and market analysts Dave Chatterton and Garrett Toay break down the fallout from the USDA Grain Stocks report, trade relations with China, and harvest marketing strategies. The discussion centers on the USDA's surprise addition of roughly 173 million bushels of corn to ending stocks, shifting balance sheets ahead of the next WASDE report where the panelists anticipate yields may stay steady or drift slightly lower due to quality issues in the western Corn Belt. Turning to global trade, the analysts assess China's continued tariff leverage on U.S. soybeans, the pace of its 25-million-metric-ton purchasing target, and growing export competition from Brazil and Argentina. Finally, they advise producers to leverage basis opportunities, carries, and on-farm storage—noting that farmers are largely cash-flow insulated for now—while cautioning that elevated diesel costs, strained refining capacity, and geopolitical tensions will likely maintain a tight-margin environment for the next 18 to 24 months. Panelists - Dave Chatterton, SFarmMarketing.com - Garrett Toay, AgTraderTalk.com ★ Support this podcast ★

In this edition of Commodity Week, host Todd Gleason and market analysts Dave Chatterton and Garrett Toay break down the fallout from the USDA Grain Stocks report, trade relations with China, and harvest marketing strategies. The discussion centers on the USDA's surprise addition of roughly 173 million bushels of corn to ending stocks, shifting balance sheets ahead of the next WASDE report where the panelists anticipate yields may stay steady or drift slightly lower due to quality issues in the western Corn Belt. Turning to global trade, the analysts assess China's continued tariff leverage on U.S. soybeans, the pace of its 25-million-metric-ton purchasing target, and growing export competition from Brazil and Argentina. Finally, they advise producers to leverage basis opportunities, carries, and on-farm storage—noting that farmers are largely cash-flow insulated for now—while cautioning that elevated diesel costs, strained refining capacity, and geopolitical tensions will likely maintain a tight-margin environment for the next 18 to 24 months.Panelists - Dave Chatterton, SFarmMarketing.com - Garrett Toay, AgTraderTalk.com

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Oct 01 | Commodity Week

This edition of *Commodity Week*, hosted by Todd Gleason, features market analysts Arlan Suderman, Dave Chatterton, and Ted Seifried evaluating current grain marketing dynamics, harvest progress, and geopolitical trade developments. The panel examines the recent US-China summit, anticipating official details regarding China’s 25-million-metric-ton soybean commitment, proposed agricultural tariff exemptions, and a $17 billion purchase agreement. Discussion also covers yield projections, with Suderman modeling the national corn yield at 181.1 bushels per acre amidst harvest-related basis pressure and tight global shipping logistics. Chatterton highlights fuel price volatility and reminds producers of upcoming crop insurance and Farm Bill ARC/PLC deadlines. Finally, Seifried previews the September 30 USDA Grain Stocks report, projecting steady carryover figures, and advises utilizing synthetic puts to lock in profitable cash sales while maintaining upside exposure to potential early 2027 South American weather risks.Panelists - Arlan Suderman, StoneX - Dave Chatterton, Strategic Farm Marketing - Ted Seifried, Zaner Ag Hedge

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This edition of *Commodity Week*, hosted by Todd Gleason, features market analysts Arlan Suderman, Dave Chatterton, and Ted Seifried evaluating current grain marketing dynamics, harvest progress, and geopolitical trade developments. The panel examines the recent US-China summit, anticipating official details regarding China’s 25-million-metric-ton soybean commitment, proposed agricultural tariff exemptions, and a $17 billion purchase agreement. Discussion also covers yield projections, with Suderman modeling the national corn yield at 181.1 bushels per acre amidst harvest-related basis pressure and tight global shipping logistics. Chatterton highlights fuel price volatility and reminds producers of upcoming crop insurance and Farm Bill ARC/PLC deadlines. Finally, Seifried previews the September 30 USDA Grain Stocks report, projecting steady carryover figures, and advises utilizing synthetic puts to lock in profitable cash sales while maintaining upside exposure to potential early 2027 South American weather risks. Panelists - Arlan Suderman, StoneX - Dave Chatterton, Strategic Farm Marketing - Ted Seifried, Zaner Ag Hedge ★ Support this podcast ★

This edition of *Commodity Week*, hosted by Todd Gleason, features market analysts Arlan Suderman, Dave Chatterton, and Ted Seifried evaluating current grain marketing dynamics, harvest progress, and geopolitical trade developments. The panel examines the recent US-China summit, anticipating official details regarding China’s 25-million-metric-ton soybean commitment, proposed agricultural tariff exemptions, and a $17 billion purchase agreement. Discussion also covers yield projections, with Suderman modeling the national corn yield at 181.1 bushels per acre amidst harvest-related basis pressure and tight global shipping logistics. Chatterton highlights fuel price volatility and reminds producers of upcoming crop insurance and Farm Bill ARC/PLC deadlines. Finally, Seifried previews the September 30 USDA Grain Stocks report, projecting steady carryover figures, and advises utilizing synthetic puts to lock in profitable cash sales while maintaining upside exposure to potential early 2027 South American weather risks.Panelists - Arlan Suderman, StoneX - Dave Chatterton, Strategic Farm Marketing - Ted Seifried, Zaner Ag Hedge

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Sep 25 | Commodity Week

The September 17, 2026, edition of Commodity Week features host Todd Gleason and panelists Naomi Blohm, Mike Zuzolo, and Greg Johnson discussing early Midwest harvest yields, which indicate slightly below-average corn and strong early soybean results. The panel analyzes the extreme market volatility currently driven by tight stocks, technical trading patterns, and macroeconomic pressures, notably spiking diesel fuel prices and railroad freight rates that are significantly widening the transportation basis. Geopolitical factors, including Black Sea infrastructure attacks and a potential U.S. diesel export ban, are weighed alongside the highly anticipated U.S.-China trade negotiations involving President Trump and President Xi. The experts collectively advise agricultural producers to adopt a balanced risk management strategy, utilizing current price rallies to lock in profitable cash sales while maintaining reownership strategies to navigate continued market unpredictability.Panelist   - Naomi Blohm, Total Farm Marketing   - Greg Johnson, TGM Total Grain Marketing   - Mike Zuzolo, Global Commodity Analytics and Consulting

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The September 17, 2026, edition of Commodity Week features host Todd Gleason and panelists Naomi Blohm, Mike Zuzolo, and Greg Johnson discussing early Midwest harvest yields, which indicate slightly below-average corn and strong early soybean results. The panel analyzes the extreme market volatility currently driven by tight stocks, technical trading patterns, and macroeconomic pressures, notably spiking diesel fuel prices and railroad freight rates that are significantly widening the transportation basis. Geopolitical factors, including Black Sea infrastructure attacks and a potential U.S. diesel export ban, are weighed alongside the highly anticipated U.S.-China trade negotiations involving President Trump and President Xi. The experts collectively advise agricultural producers to adopt a balanced risk management strategy, utilizing current price rallies to lock in profitable cash sales while maintaining reownership strategies to navigate continued market unpredictability. Panelist - Naomi Blohm, Total Farm Marketing - Greg Johnson, TGM Total Grain Marketing - Mike Zuzolo, Global Commodity Analytics and Consulting ★ Support this podcast ★

The September 17, 2026, edition of Commodity Week features host Todd Gleason and panelists Naomi Blohm, Mike Zuzolo, and Greg Johnson discussing early Midwest harvest yields, which indicate slightly below-average corn and strong early soybean results. The panel analyzes the extreme market volatility currently driven by tight stocks, technical trading patterns, and macroeconomic pressures, notably spiking diesel fuel prices and railroad freight rates that are significantly widening the transportation basis. Geopolitical factors, including Black Sea infrastructure attacks and a potential U.S. diesel export ban, are weighed alongside the highly anticipated U.S.-China trade negotiations involving President Trump and President Xi. The experts collectively advise agricultural producers to adopt a balanced risk management strategy, utilizing current price rallies to lock in profitable cash sales while maintaining reownership strategies to navigate continued market unpredictability.Panelist&nbsp; &nbsp;- Naomi Blohm, Total Farm Marketing&nbsp; &nbsp;- Greg Johnson, TGM Total Grain Marketing&nbsp; &nbsp;- Mike Zuzolo, Global Commodity Analytics and Consulting

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Sep 17 | Commodity Week

Panelists
Bill Gentry, Risk Management Commodities
Bryce Knorr, Farm Futures Magazine
​Pete Manhart, Bates Commodities
 

Panelists Bill Gentry, Risk Management Commodities Bryce Knorr, Farm Futures Magazine ​Pete Manhart, Bates Commodities

Panelists
Bill Gentry, Risk Management Commodities
Bryce Knorr, Farm Futures Magazine
​Pete Manhart, Bates Commodities
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May 25 | Commodity Week

Panelists
Matt Bennett, Bennett Consulting Channel Seeds - Windsor, Illinois
Dale Durchholz, AgriVisor LLC - Bloomington, Illinois
Mike Zuzolo, Global Commodity Analytics and Consulting - Atchison, Kansas

Panelists Matt Bennett, Bennett Consulting Channel Seeds - Windsor, Illinois Dale Durchholz, AgriVisor LLC - Bloomington, Illinois Mike Zuzolo, Global Commodity Analytics and Consulting - Atchison, Kansas

May 18 | Commodity Week

- Merrill Crowley, Crowly Commodities
- Curt Kimmel, Bates Commodities
- Wayne Nelson, L & M Commodities

- Merrill Crowley, Crowly Commodities - Curt Kimmel, Bates Commodities - Wayne Nelson, L & M Commodities

- Merrill Crowley, Crowly Commodities
- Curt Kimmel, Bates Commodities
- Wayne Nelson, L &amp; M Commodities

May 11 | Commodity Week

Ellen Dearden, AgReview - Morton, Illinois
Brian Stark, The Andersons - Champaign, Illinois
Dan Zwicker, Zwicker Consulting - Waco, Texas

Ellen Dearden, AgReview - Morton, Illinois Brian Stark, The Andersons - Champaign, Illinois Dan Zwicker, Zwicker Consulting - Waco, Texas

May 4 | Commodity Week

Panelists
Greg Ginder, INTL FCStone - Chesterfield, Missouri
Curt Kimmel, Bates Commodities - Normal, Illinois
Chip Nellinger, Blue Reef Agri-Marketing - Morton, Illinois

Guest
Sean Maur, Northern Country Cooperative - Stacyville, Iowa
 

Panelists Greg Ginder, INTL FCStone - Chesterfield, Missouri Curt Kimmel, Bates Commodities - Normal, Illinois Chip Nellinger, Blue Reef Agri-Marketing - Morton, Illinois Guest Sean Maur, Northern Country Cooperative - Stacyville, Iowa

Panelists
Greg Ginder, INTL FCStone - Chesterfield, Missouri
Curt Kimmel, Bates Commodities - Normal, Illinois
Chip Nellinger, Blue Reef Agri-Marketing - Morton, Illinois

Guest
Sean Maur, Northern Country Cooperative - Stacyville, Iowa
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Apr 27 | Commodity Week

- Wayne Nelson, L & M Commodities
- Bill Mayer, Strategic Farm Marketing
- Curt Kimmel, Bates Commodities

- Wayne Nelson, L & M Commodities - Bill Mayer, Strategic Farm Marketing - Curt Kimmel, Bates Commodities

- Wayne Nelson, L &amp; M Commodities
- Bill Mayer, Strategic Farm Marketing
- Curt Kimmel, Bates Commodities

Apr 20 | Commodity Week

Panelists
Matt Bennett, Bennett Consulting Channel Seeds - Windsor, Illinois
Elaine Kub, Mastering the Grain Markets - Elk Horn, Nebraska
Mike Zuzolo, Global Commodity Analytics & Consulting - Atchison, Kansas

Guest
Chad Hart, Agricultural Economist - Iowa State University

Panelists Matt Bennett, Bennett Consulting Channel Seeds - Windsor, Illinois Elaine Kub, Mastering the Grain Markets - Elk Horn, Nebraska Mike Zuzolo, Global Commodity Analytics & Consulting - Atchison, Kansas Guest Chad Hart, Agricultural Economist - Iowa State University

Panelists
Matt Bennett, Bennett Consulting Channel Seeds - Windsor, Illinois
Elaine Kub, Mastering the Grain Markets - Elk Horn, Nebraska
Mike Zuzolo, Global Commodity Analytics &amp; Consulting - Atchison, Kansas

Guest
Chad Hart, Agricultural Economist - Iowa State University

Apr 13 | Commodity Week

Panelists
Chuck Shelby, Risk Management Commodities - Lafayette, Indiana
Dan Zwicker, Zwicker Consulting - Waco, Texas
John Bondurant, Bondurant Futures - Memphis, Tennessee

Panelists Chuck Shelby, Risk Management Commodities - Lafayette, Indiana Dan Zwicker, Zwicker Consulting - Waco, Texas John Bondurant, Bondurant Futures - Memphis, Tennessee

Apr 6 | Commodity Week

Panelists
Chuck Shelby, Risk Management Commodities - Lafayette, Indiana
Dan Zwicker, Zwicker Consulting - Waco, Texas
John Bondurant, Bondurant Futures - Memphis, Tennessee
 

Panelists
Chuck Shelby, Risk Management Commodities - Lafayette, Indiana
Dan Zwicker, Zwicker Consulting - Waco, Texas
John Bondurant, Bondurant Futures - Memphis, Tennessee
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Apr 6 | Closing Market Report

Panelists
Bill Gentry, Risk Management Commodities - Lafayette, Indiana
Chip Nellinger, Blue Reef Agri-Marketing - Morton, Illinois
Joe Vaclavik, Standard Grain - Chicago, Illinois

Panelists Bill Gentry, Risk Management Commodities - Lafayette, Indiana Chip Nellinger, Blue Reef Agri-Marketing - Morton, Illinois Joe Vaclavik, Standard Grain - Chicago, Illinois

Mar 31 | Commodity Week | USDA Reports Special

Established 1988 

Commodity Week is a weekly wrap-up of the CME Group grain markets with analysis and guest interviews. The program is generally recorded Thursday afternoons and posted online by 7:00 p.m. central. It airs on WILL AM580 during the 2:00 p.m. hour each Friday. Commodity Week is a production of University of Illinois Extension and Illinois Public Media. Like the daily Closing Market Report, it is hosted by University of Illinois Extension Farm Broadcaster Todd Gleason.

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Established 1988 Commodity Week is a weekly wrap-up of the CME Group grain markets with analysis and guest interviews. The program is generally recorded Thursday afternoons and posted online by 7:00 p.m. central. It airs on WILL AM580 during the 2:00 p.m. hour each Friday. Commodity Week is a production of University of Illinois Extension and Illinois Public Media. Like the daily Closing Market Report, it is hosted by University of Illinois Extension Farm Broadcaster Todd Gleason. website: willag.org twitter: @commodityweek

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