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RFD Profit Watch features conversations with economists, grain and livestock analysts and other industry leaders about the markets and the issues that affect farm profitability. Hosted by NAFB Broadca... more
FAQs about RFD Profit Watch:How many episodes does RFD Profit Watch have?The podcast currently has 1,623 episodes available.
March 25, 2026RFD Profit Watch March 25, 2026Ben Kasch, Bower Trading, joins the program for a look at markets.Wayne Carlson, group strategy director at agriculture marketing consultants OBP, discusses trends in his field.John Newton, Vice President of Public Policy at the American Farm Bureau Federation, talks about "surprising" developments in farmers' shares of food dollars....more53minPlay
March 24, 2026RFD Profit Watch March 24, 2026Brian Chastain, MarketWise Ag Services, discusses March Madness, both in basketball and the markets.Tony Wendler, Farm Shop Manufacturing, talks about his company's equipment offerings from the floor of this year's Commodity Classic.Stephanie Zelinko, AgroLiquid, discuss the company's advantages in crop nutrients and fertilizer....more53minPlay
March 23, 2026RFD Profit Watch March 23, 2026Naomi Blohm, Total Farm Marketing, joins the program to discuss a new market week.Scott Werner of Pekin-based Excalibur Seasoning highlights what's trending in seasoning meat for Meaty Monday.Meteorologist Balint Szalavari has a look at the forecast....more53minPlay
March 20, 2026RFD Profit Watch March 20, 2026Illinois Farm Bureau's Raelynn Parmely and Kane County Farm Bureau President Dale Pitstick discuss the recent market study tour to Mexico.Sam Hudson, Cornbelt Marketing, takes a look at how markets are faring at the end of the week.Illinois State Climatologist Trent Ford previews a return to chilly temperatures after a warm weekend ahead....more53minPlay
March 19, 2026RFD Profit Watch March 19, 2026Growmark COO Brad Drake talks about his speech on "lessons from a still-learning leader" at the McLean County Chamber of Commerce Ag Awareness Breakfast.Matt Geiger, Agronomist at Syngenta, talks about crop protection, inputs and low commodity prices from the Commodity Classic.John Zanker, Farmer's Keeper Financial LLC, joins the program to discuss continuous change as global events impact the markets....more53minPlay
March 18, 2026RFD Profit Watch March 18, 2026Jacob Kleinberg, Roach Ag, joins the program to discuss a selloff in crude oil, as well as soybean and corn market movement.Dr. Fred Giertz, Professor Emeritus at University of Illinois, talks about the Illinois Flash Index he administrates and what the monthly report means as a barometer for the state's economy....more53minPlay
March 17, 2026RFD Profit Watch March 17, 2026Jerry Gidel, Midland Research, joins the program to discuss the passing of an Ag Broadcasting icon and then looks at the markets.Jennifer Killian, Marketing Manager at IAA Credit Union, informs you on how to stay aware and avoid becoming the victim of scams.Tim Ekberg, Vice President and Chief Underwriter of Country Financial, discusses a significant number of policy writers earning farm certification....more53minPlay
March 16, 2026RFD Profit Watch March 16, 2026Mike Zuzulo, Global Commodity Analytics and Consulting, joins the program to discuss positive market developments after an "uphill struggle" through February and March.Mike Love, Morgan's Meat Market in Mattoon and former President of the Illinois Association of Meat Producers, talks about corned beef with St. Patrick's Day just around the corner.Eric Schmidt, EJS Weather, covers a chaotic weekend of weather and some lingering wintery weather ahead....more53minPlay
March 13, 2026RFD Profit Watch March 13, 2026Domenic Varricchio, Co-Founder and Vice President of Pluto Commodities, joins the program to discuss market movement during a week he says felt like a year.Ryan Milligan, Agricultural Industry Electionics Foundation, joins the program to discuss the atmosphere of ag tech and the upcoming Spring Plugfest.Nicole Albano, Meteorologist at the National Weather Service office in Lincoln, joins the program to discuss the aftermath of severe weather this week and what lies ahead....more53minPlay
March 12, 2026RFD Profit Watch March 12, 2026Terri Kopp, Growmark Project Manager, joins the program to discuss the developments in the Middle East and their impact on the fertilizer, urea and nitrogen markets.Kreg Ruhl, Vice President of Crop Nutrients at Growmarks, talks about the Middle East's impact on the wider inputs market.Doug Cropp, Premier Cooperative in Champaign, talks "excitement" in the commodity markets....more53minPlay
FAQs about RFD Profit Watch:How many episodes does RFD Profit Watch have?The podcast currently has 1,623 episodes available.