Welcome to episode 60 of the What the Futures Podcast, hosted by Ryan Denis! This week, weather experts like Bret Walts from BAMWX discuss the rare and chilling weather events affecting places like Florida and Louisiana, how a polar vortex is impacting regional temperatures, and what this means for crops like winter wheat and citrus. Ryan also dives into crop market outlooks, including wheat, canola, and feed barley, offering insightful strategies on navigating the current market dynamics. Plus, the episode touches on exciting industry events like the Crop Marketing Made Cool conference and the Beyond the Field grower meeting. Don’t miss out on Ryan’s positive moments and housekeeping tips to stay ahead in the farming game!

00:10 Weather Impact on Agriculture

01:00 Podcast Introduction and Host Background

02:12 Unexpected Market Trends

03:54 Interview with Bret Walts

07:13 Impact on Crops and Future Weather Patterns

11:21 Spring and Summer Weather Predictions

17:56 Positive Moments and Conference Insights

25:30 Market Reactions and Strategies

27:30 Wheat and Barley Market Analysis

31:22 Event Announcements and Housekeeping

37:33 Final Thoughts and Advice