Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 25, 2025, with host Lorrie

Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity

markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each

morning.

South Korea, Japan, and India are making headway with trade deals with the US. There is hope that the US could be the chief exporter of soybean oil into India as a result of trade negotiations. While there are differing reports on whether or not the US and China are talking, China has softened tariffs on US-made semiconductors and airplane parts. Ukraine has officially rejected a peace deal and is said to be working with the EU and UK on a counterproposal. The weather will most likely hinder corn planting progress next week.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 24,

2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes

cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in

agriculture each morning.

The Trump administration is considering reducing China's tariff rate from 145% to 55%. President Trump claimed daily contact with China, but China refuted this. Ethanol production rose to 1.033 million barrels per day, with inventories declining to 25.418 million barrels.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 23, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in

agriculture each morning.

Reports indicated a potential de-escalation in the U.S.-China trade war, with President Trump suggesting lower tariff rates. The U.S. proposed a peace deal to Ukraine, which was rejected. Argentina's corn exports are expected to rise to 37 million metric tons, and its production may reach 54 million metric tons. Cattle markets saw strong demand yesterday, and weather forecasts includes potential storms in the southern plains.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 22, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in

agriculture each morning.

Trade tensions persist, with Japan and Vietnam negotiating tariff reductions, while India and the US aim for a bilateral trade deal. China warned countries against harming its interests. Egg production in March dropped 7% to 8.63 billion eggs. Cattle markets saw mixed trends, with feeder cattle prices rising. Weather forecasts predicted heavy rain in the western Corn Belt and dry conditions in Minnesota.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 21,

2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes

cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in

agriculture each morning.

The Trump administration is negotiating trade deals with major partners, including Japan and South Korea. Vietnam is open to reducing tariffs if it can curb Chinese trade. Above-normal rainfall is expected in the Mid-South and Delta, potentially delaying planting. Investors are bullish on soybeans. The US presented Ukraine with a peace proposal, but progress is slow. The National Weather Service issued red flag warnings for fire risk in several regions.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 18, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in

Agriculture each morning.

The Commodit Markets are closed today due to the Good Friday Holiday. Heavy rains in the U.S. spring wheat and Corn Belt regions could delay planting. Brazilian soybean exports are forecasted at 108.5 million metric tons, up 40% from previous estimates, driven by increased trade with China. The International Grains Council revised global grain forecasts, with corn production up 5 million metric tons to 1.27 billion.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 17, 2025, with host Lorrie

Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity

markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each

morning.

Japan's trade negotiator met with President Trump, with optimism expressed but no details shared. Italy's Prime Minister, a Trump ally, is pushing for minimal EU retaliation. China's President Xi visited Southeast Asia, emphasizing regional cooperation. Tech industry losses due to export controls were highlighted. Egg placements rose slightly, with Alabama leading in broiler type eggs. Weather warnings have been issued for parts of the US.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 16,

2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes

cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in

agriculture each morning.

Corn and soybean prices fell despite a recovery attempt. China replaced

its hawkish trade negotiator with a more conciliatory figure,

demanding respect and a single US negotiator. The US-Japan trade

talks are ongoing, with Italy and the UK also in negotiations. US

crush data was down 1% Year over year, and Brazil's corn and soybean

basis levels fell. Palm oil production in Indonesia is expected to

rise by 3-4% next year. Fed Chair Jerome Powell will talk later this

afternoon. Some traders believe the worry over an economic slowdown

will prompt aggressive interest rate cuts, while others believe the

worry over inflation will keep rates high.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 15,

2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes

cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in

agriculture each morning.

The U.S. and Japan are expected to finalize a trade deal, with Japan

potentially increasing imports and investments. The U.S. is

investigating semiconductor and pharmaceutical imports, which could

take up to 270 days. Argentina's currency devaluation and reduced

export taxes have slowed farmer selling. USDA reported increased corn

and wheat inspections but decreased soybean inspections. Planting

has begun, but rain is expected this week and next week in key growing

regions of the US. Yesterday’s wheat and corn inspections were well

above pre-report expectations, with corn shipments the second highest

of the marketing year.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, April 14, 2025, 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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