Corn markets are facing uncertainty ahead of USDA’s August WASDE report as analysts debate the size of this year’s crop. SF Daily with host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest market moves, weather concerns, and the policy decisions impacting agriculture.

🌾 Wheat: Traders watch broader grain market direction as USDA report expectations build.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Analysts are split on corn yields as drought concerns and falling crop ratings raise questions about production potential ahead of the Pro Farmer Crop Tour.

🐄 Livestock: Live cattle futures gained as traders continue watching supply and demand signals.

🌦️ Weather: Flood warnings are in place for parts of Iowa and Missouri, while shifting conditions across the Corn Belt influence crop outlooks.

📈 Other major market news: The Senate Agriculture Committee prepares to review the Agricultural Act of 2026, including year-round E15 sales and rural support provisions.

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Grain markets are reacting to falling U.S. crop conditions and rising global trade concerns as corn futures gain support from weather stress and tighter supply outlooks. SF Daily with host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest market moves, USDA data, and the forces shaping agriculture today.

🌾 Wheat: Global supply concerns grow as Russia’s grain trade restrictions push buyers toward alternative sources.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Corn rallies after crop ratings decline more than expected, while soybeans navigate weaker meal values and stronger soybean oil prices.

🐄 Livestock: Cattle futures retreat as markets digest lower prices and worsening U.S. pasture conditions.

🌦️ Weather: Midwest thunderstorms bring potential flash flooding concerns as crops enter critical development stages.

📈 Other major market news: USDA export inspections show stronger corn demand, while soybean and wheat shipments slip.

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Cattle markets take center stage as feeder futures rebound while wholesale beef values climb, signaling shifting dynamics across the livestock complex. SF Daily with host Lorrie Boyer delivers the latest agriculture market updates, breaking down the numbers producers need to know.

🌾 Wheat: Wheat market updates, and global supply factors continue to influence grain direction.

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Cattle futures were mixed in the latest trading session, with contracts ranging from 52 cents lower to 22 cents lower. Feeder cattle futures showed strength, rebounding between 87 cents and $1.55 higher.

The CME feeder cattle index declined $1.86 on July 30th, settling at $345.83. Meanwhile, wholesale beef prices moved higher, with Choice boxed beef increasing 88 cents to $361.38, while Select boxes gained $4.90 to $346.23.

SF Daily continues to track the latest commodity markets, livestock trends, weather developments, and agriculture news affecting producers across the country.

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Grain markets are watching drought concerns across the Corn Belt, global trade faces new challenges from low water levels at the Panama Canal, heavy rain is expected in Missouri

SF Daily with host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the market moves, weather risks, and key agriculture stories shaping the day.

• 🌾 Wheat: Drought concerns continue for U.S. wheat, while Panama Canal restrictions add uncertainty to global trade flows.
• 🌽 Corn & Soybeans: USDA export data shows stronger corn sales for 2026-2027, while soybean demand slows.
• 🐄 Livestock: Cattle futures gained as strong beef export sales and lower wholesale box beef prices influenced markets.
• 🌦️ Weather: Heavy rain triggered flood warnings in southern Minnesota, while extreme heat remains a concern in parts of Oklahoma.
• 📈 Other major market news: Traders are watching commodity movements, USDA reports, and shifting global supply factors.

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Join Lorrie Boyer for today's SF Daily as she breaks down the latest agriculture news, commodity markets, farm weather, and livestock updates in just minutes.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast with host Lorrie Boyer for your quick morning update on agriculture news, commodity markets, grain markets, livestock, weather, and the biggest stories impacting farmers and ranchers.

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Start your morning with SF Daily, hosted by award-winning farm broadcaster Lorrie Boyer, for the latest agriculture news, commodity market updates, USDA reports, weather impacts, and livestock market trends.

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In today’s episode, Lorrie covers the key factors moving markets and affecting producers across the country:

• Commodity Market Update: U.S.-Iran talks pressured global markets, sending crude oil prices down more than $6 per barrel. The U.S. dollar and agricultural markets declined, while equity markets attracted renewed buying interest.

• Grain Market Insights: Changing weather forecasts continue to influence expectations for corn and soybean yields. Investors increased their net long positions in corn, soybeans, and wheat as traders assessed supply and demand conditions.

• Livestock & USDA News: The USDA announced the reopening of the southern border to Mexican cattle imports, a development with potential implications for cattle markets and the livestock industry.

• Weather & Farm Conditions: Extreme heat warnings remain in place across parts of the United States, with temperatures reaching as high as 115°F in some areas. Weather continues to be a major factor for crop development and agricultural markets.

Listen every morning for timely farm news, commodity market analysis, grain trading updates, livestock reports, weather forecasts, and agricultural insights from Lorrie Boyer on SF Daily.

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Start your morning with the SF Daily podcast, hosted by award-winning farm broadcaster Lorrie Boyer, for a fast-paced look at the biggest stories impacting agriculture, commodity markets, and rural communities.

In today’s episode, we cover the latest corn, soybean, and wheat market trends, as managed money buying continues amid rising geopolitical tensions and weather uncertainty. Crude oil prices pushed above $100 per barrel following Iran-related concerns, while agriculture markets remain focused on supply, demand, and global risk factors.

We break down Corn Belt weather conditions, including lighter-than-expected rainfall, drying soils, and crop stress concerns. Plus, get the latest on U.S. grain export demand, including soybean sales, China’s purchases, corn demand, and stronger wheat export activity.

The livestock market update includes feeder cattle futures, beef export demand, and improving meat sales, along with a look at extreme heat forecasts across the Southern Plains and Montana and important heat safety reminders for farmers and ranchers.

Tune in daily for trusted agricultural news, market analysis, weather updates, and the issues shaping farming and ranching across the country.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for July 23, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer, for a quick look at commodity markets, weather, and the biggest agriculture news impacting farmers and ranchers.

Get the latest ag market news, grain prices, livestock markets, weather updates, and agricultural headlines in this quick morning podcast.

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