FARMCON Conversations

NEW FARMCON PODCAST… Kevin Van Trump and Todd Loechler start out by breaking down the latest WASDE numbers and what they mean for you. They also dive into current crop conditions, planting progress, wheat ratings, and the potential impact of Trump/Xi talks plus standalone E15 legislation. Kevin shares his thoughts on why markets are hitting records amid high oil prices, sticky inflation, and geopolitical uncertainty. The two also discuss the AI “railroad” moment in agriculture, and what ag retailers, co-ops, and family operations should be building or preparing for right now. In addition, Kevin shares his early mistakes in his investing career. Straight talk, current data, and real strategic perspective. Don’t miss this one.

NEW FARMCON PODCAST… Kevin Van Trump and Todd Loechler sit down with Joe Sinclair, Founder and CEO, Quality Ag Service of Iowa, to discuss the current crop market conditions, planting concerns, and perhaps more importantly, where fertilizer and input prices might be headed. Joe also provides some valuable insight from the ag retail perspective on farm budgeting, the impact of see-and-spray technology, and the need for greater farm diversification. The group also talks about important strategies for building an ag business in today’s world, as well as discussing some of the bigger mishaps and mistakes they have each made along their individual journeys as entrepreneurs. This is a fantastic conversation you don’t want to miss!

NEW FARMCON PODCAST… Kevin Van Trump and Todd Loechler sit down to discuss their latest moves in the corn, soybean, and wheat markets. Kevin discusses why he likes making backend sales in both corn and wheat, but is a bit more hesitant in the soybean market. There’s some extensive talk about the importance of weather and war headlines and how they are impacting our agricultural markets. Kevin also provides his perspective and thoughts on input prices, and how interest rates will play out in the second half of the year. The group also takes a deeper dive into the impacts of AI, and how they are positioning their investments into the big changes ahead. Kevin talks in detail about what he is looking to invest in and what he doesn’t want to invest in. There’s also conversation and in depth talk about the future of human employment and what degrees and job opportunities might be best for our children to consider. This is a fantastic conversation you don’t want to miss!

NEW FARMCON PODCAST… Kevin Van Trump and Todd Loechler sit down to discuss the latest in geopolitics and how long fuel and fertilizer prices might stay elevated, and what that means for corn, soybean, and wheat prices. Kevin also takes the time to explain his marketing game-plan for this growing season and what he is thinking about 2027 prices. There’s also some great discussion around Kevin’s current investments, what he looks for when investing in private companies, and some key insights and hacks for better positioning and building businesses. The group also discusses the future of AI and how it might further impact our lives and our investments. There’s also some personal life talk and great conversation around failing and taking risks. This is a fantastic conversation you don’t want to miss!

NEW FARMCON PODCAST… Kevin Van Trump and Todd Loechler sit down to discuss their updated corn, soybean, and wheat outlook, along with recent sales and new price objectives. There are also some deeper discussions about the importance of “time” in our grain marketing programs. Kevin and Todd also discuss investing in the collectible tractor and farm equipment market. The future of interest rates, the US dollar, and gold and silver. How AI is starting to change the investment world. Investing in SpaceX pre-IPO. And some personal life talk about working to become a better person, husband, parent, and grandparent. This is a fantastic conversation you don’t want to miss!

NEW FARMCON PODCAST… Kevin Van Trump and Todd Loechler sit down to discuss the current corn, soybean, and wheat markets and also provide their updated sales targets. There are also discussions about the current conflict in the Middle East, rising input costs, rising interest rates, and how all of this might impact Wall Street, Main Street, and rural economies. Kevin also talks about his current investments in gold, bitcoin, and collectibles. The conversation also touches on the importance of working towards becoming a better long-term investor, what that takes, and why it’s so important. Also, ways to work with the kids and grandkids to teach better financial responsibilities. This is a fantastic conversation you don’t want to miss!

NEW FARMCON PODCAST… Kevin Van Trump and Todd Loechler sit down to discuss the current corn, soybean, and wheat markets and also provide their updated sales targets. There is some debate about the latest USDA data regarding new-crop planted acres. There are also discussions about the conflict in the Middle East, along with Kevin’s current thoughts regarding the stock market, and what he likes buying and does not like buying in the current landscape. There’s also more color added around the bearish worry that rising energy prices will keep inflation elevated, vs. the bullish argument that, as AI advances, it becomes increasingly deflationary for the overall economy. With this in mind, Kevin explains why he doesn’t see the Fed raising rates any time soon, but can still see the possibility of a rate cut in 2026. The conversation concludes with some deeper thoughts about society as a whole, and reflects on the rather cautionary tale about what happens when a social species outgrows its behavioral infrastructure faster than it builds new ones. This is a fantastic conversation you don’t want to miss!

NEW FARMCON PODCAST… Kevin Van Trump and Todd Loechler sit down with special guests Gary Lezak, Founder and CEO of Weather 20/20, to discuss the upcoming planting and growing season weather forecasts and how Gary and his team is bringing unparalleled weather data and predictive analytics to the world of agriculture. Kevin and Todd also get into a deeper discussion about the current conflict in the Middle East. And specifically how things might play out in the coming months for interest rates, the stock market, gold and silver, fuel costs, inputs, etc. Kevin also shares his new price targets for upcoming corn, soybean, and wheat sales; What to expect from the upcoming biofuel announcement and what US new-crop acres might look like in the upcoming USDA Prospective Planting Report. The group also talks about a few alternative investments and some personal interest regarding family wealth building. This is a fantastic conversation you don’t want to miss!  

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NEW FARMCON PODCAST… Kevin Van Trump and Todd Loechler sit down with special guests Jay Felton, Partner at Lathrop GPM LLP, and proud fifth-generation Missouri farmer, to discuss the future of AI on the farm and the workplace. Deeper discussions about the future of glyphosate and where herbicides and pesticides are headed. The group also discusses current corn, soybean, and wheat markets. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East and how it might ultimately impact US and global ag producers. The group also talks about their latest investments, various portfolio adjustments, how they are playing gold, silver, and bit coin, selling farm ground, and investing in the collectible space. The group also talks about a fun new auction app they are using called “WhatNot”. This is a fantastic conversation you don’t want to miss!

NEW FARMCON PODCAST… Kevin Van Trump and Todd Loechler sit down with special guests Tom Willis, CEO, Conestoga Energy Holdings to discuss important developments in the biofuel (RVO’s, E15, 45Z, 45Q, SAF, etc..) and ag sectors. The group also discusses current corn, soybean, wheat, and cattle markets. The recent USDA report and what 2026 might look like for producers and end users. The group also talks about their latest investments, various portfolio adjustments, and how they are playing the conflict in the Middle East. There’s also talk and conversation about the future of interest rates, gold, silver, and land prices, etc… This is a fantastic conversation you don’t want to miss!