Successful Farming Daily

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 12, 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 influenced by energy markets, with rising energy costs pushing fertilizer values higher. Ethanol production rose to 1.120.6 million barrels a day, the highest since January 9, with significant increases in the Midwest and Gulf Coast. Ethanol inventories dropped to 25.58 million barrels. Live cattle futures faced losses, and lean hog futures weakened. Extremely dry weather in the Midwest and South Dakota poses risks of property damage and travel disruptions.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 11, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity

Crude oil futures rebounded due to escalating Middle East tensions, with Iran potentially deploying mines in the Strait of Hormuz. US March reports showed minor adjustments in corn, soybean, and wheat balance sheets, while South America's crop estimates were revised. Tractors and combine sales in the US declined significantly, with tractors down 12-26% year-over-year. Livestock futures saw mixed results, with live cattle and lean hog prices varying. Dry, windy weather is expected across the northern Midwest and southern plains, posing fire risks.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 10, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity

The March World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report is expected to have minimal market impact unless it delivers a surprise. Corn prices may fall below expectations due to rising urea prices. Global food costs are rising, with the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization reporting a 5-month high in February. A strike at the JBS beef plant in Greeley could begin on March 16. Thunderstorms with potential for large hail and tornadoes are forecast for northern Illinois and parts of Oklahoma and Texas.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 9, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning.

Crude oil prices surged over $100 per barrel, with concerns of reaching $200 due to geopolitical tensions. The US labor report showed unexpected job losses, and AI-driven layoffs are anticipated. Heavy rains in Brazil delayed soybean harvesting and corn planting, while Argentina's crops face stress. Domestic processing margins are strong, supporting the cash market. The CFTC reported a net short position of 52,243 futures contracts in corn and a net long position of 187,491 in soybeans. Livestock markets were mixed, with hog prices firming due to lighter slaughter runs and stronger demand. Red flag warnings were issued for the southern plains due to high winds and low humidity, posing fire risks.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 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.

Grain futures are strengthening due to rising energy prices linked to USA-Iran tensions and reduced South American crop estimates, though Brazilian soybeans are entering export markets and displacing some US business.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 5, 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 stable due to strong energy prices and lower South American crop estimates. USDA projects a decline in corn acres, potentially leading to higher prices. Ethanol production fell to 1.095 million barrels per day, with inventories reaching 26.313 million barrels. Livestock values are correcting, supported by a tight US cattle inventory. China's pork production reached 15.7 million metric tons in Q4 2025, causing prices to drop. Severe thunderstorms are forecasted for Central Iowa, with potential for large hail and tornadoes.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 4, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 3, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning.

South American crop estimates are being lowered, particularly Brazil's soybean crop. Despite expected record production, exports may decline due to rising domestic use. Corn used for ethanol declined slightly, while soybean crush increased. Rising feed grain costs and technical profit-taking affected cattle feeders, but tight cattle inventory and New World screw worm cases in Mexico supported prices. Severe weather is in the forecast for today and tonight in the Midwest.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 2, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning.

Geopolitical tensions are affecting markets, with crude oil leading a rally due to potential supply disruptions from the Middle East. OPEC is prepared to increase production if needed. Speculators cut net short positions in corn and raised bullish positions in soybeans, with net long positions in soybeans reaching the highest since December 9. In wheat, bearish positions decreased. Livestock markets saw losses in live and feeder cattle futures, and a drought is impacting 49% of U.S. pasture land, up from 36% last year. Winter weather advisories were issued for several regions.

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