Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 20, 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 prices are seeing light profit-taking as export demand eased, with corn sales down 22% week-over-week to 1.17 million metric tons. Wheat sales fell 58% to 189,900 metric tons, and soybean sales dropped 35% to 298,200 metric tons. Mexico was a top buyer in all three categories. Critical fire weather conditions were reported in the Northern and Central High Plains. The US-Iran conflict and a stagnating US economy impacted livestock markets, with cash cattle and hog trade at moderately lower prices.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 19, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning.

Soybean crush margins are at a two-and-a-half-year high, and ethanol margins have surpassed last summer's levels. Ethanol production declined by 33,000 barrels per day to 1.093 million barrels, with significant drops in the Midwest. Livestock markets faced pressure, with money managers pulling capital from the complex. Fire risk is high in the central and northern High Plains, and a wintry mix is expected in the upper Midwest.

The Federal Reserve keeping interest rates steady at 3.5-3.75% due to geopolitical uncertainty.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 18, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning.

Soybean harvest and safrinha planting continue in Brazil, but crop expectations remain uncertain. Southern Argentina faces dry conditions, and China has production issues with new crop wheat. Brazil's new export rules for soybeans are unclear, and the U.S. is working to secure fertilizer supplies amid the Iran conflict. North Dakota allocated $100 million for farm financial stability. Livestock markets saw gains, with live cattle at $1.45 to $1.97 and feeder cattle futures up 432 to 522. Weather forecasts included light snow in the Midwest and a heat wave in the western U.S.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 17, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity

Soybean prices will see an expanded trading limits set at $1.05 per bushel due to profit-taking and geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and China. Corn and wheat also declined. USDA export inspections showed corn at 1.65 million metric tons and soybeans at 966,000 metric tons, up from previous weeks. Livestock markets saw mixed results, with cattle and box beef prices stronger, but hogs limited by a weaker cutout. Weather forecasts predicted dry conditions for the Corn Belt, with potential snow in the northern plains and a heat wave in the West.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 16, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning.

Profit-taking set the tone for grain trade, with funds adding more length than expected, leading to selling. Investors boosted net long positions in corn and soybeans to their highest levels in over a year. Wheat saw a reduction in net short positions. Live cattle futures declined, and wholesale beef prices firmed. Blizzard warnings were in effect across parts of the Midwest, with significant snowfall and high winds forecast. Listeners were encouraged to read more at agriculture.com and subscribe to the podcast.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, March 13, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning.

Demand for corn, wheat, and soybeans is declining due to high futures and shipping costs, with diesel prices rising 92 cents per gallon since the US-Iran conflict. Corn sales dropped 26% week-over-week to 1.5 million metric tons, with Japan as the largest buyer. Wheat sales rose 49% to 455,400 metric tons, led by Mexico. Soybean sales increased 19% to 456,700 metric tons, with Indonesia as the top buyer. Livestock markets saw mixed results, with feeder cattle prices down due to high grain costs. Blizzard warnings were issued for parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Illinois, with potential snowfall up to eight inches and strong winds causing power outages.

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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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