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As 2025 comes to a close and the calendar turns to 2026, Chris sits down with Jim McCormick of agmarket.net to walk through what grain producers should be watching right now. With year-end trading volume thin, basis behavior can get aggressive as elevators work through inventory and producers make financial adjustments, creating both opportunity and risk.

Jim explains why soybean rallies may continue to attract selling pressure, especially with China’s recent purchases coming in lighter than early expectations and Brazil shaping up for a strong crop. He outlines 10.80 as the upper end of the current trading range and discusses why unpriced bushels may need a plan if that level is tested. On corn, the conversation shifts to technicals after March futures broke a long-term downtrend, while still facing heavy resistance in the $4.50 to $4.60 zone given large projected ending stocks.

The discussion also looks ahead to the upcoming USDA report, where yield and acreage adjustments could create volatility, and why delayed fund position data remains an important missing piece. South American weather, especially dryness concerns in southern Argentina, is another key factor to monitor. Chris and Jim also dig into cash flow pressure building toward spring, slower soybean selling compared to past years, and how larger lines of credit could force bushels to move.

The conversation wraps with thoughts on 2026 marketing strategy, including why panic selling a crop more than a year out may not make sense, what price levels could justify forward selling corn, limited interest in 2026 soybeans so far, and why energy markets suggest patience when locking in fuel. Jim also shares lessons from 2025 that producers should carry forward, including knowing break-evens precisely, staying flexible, and being ready for faster market moves than in the past.

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A clear, money-focused breakdown of the latest tax changes and how they could directly impact your bottom line. We walk through higher standard deductions, new exemptions on tips and overtime, expanded deductions for retirees, vehicle purchase write-offs, and the increased child tax credit. This episode is purely about understanding the financial opportunities available and how to keep more of what you earn.

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In this episode of The Ag View Pitch, we sit down with Jarod Creed to break down why today’s grain markets are forcing farmers to rethink everything they know about marketing. Corn demand remains historically strong, soybeans are shifting toward domestic crush, and South American weather risks loom in the background, but the real story is how farm programs, crop insurance, and recent policy changes have completely altered the revenue equation.

We dive into why a board rally can actually reduce total farm revenue, how ARC and PLC payments factor into real-world marketing decisions, and why the biggest risk for many producers right now is not lower prices, but higher ones. This conversation also tackles basis management, cash flow pressures, lender conversations, and why volatility, not straight-line rallies, may be the most profitable environment for farmers over the next 18–24 months.

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Shay and Garret Brown of CODAK Risk Advisory discuss year end outlook, fund positioning, inflation, and the possibility of continued change in early 2026

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Shay and Garret Brown of CODAK Risk Advisory discuss year end outlook, fund positioning, inflation, and the possibility of continued change in early 2026

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In today’s podcast Chris has a conversation with Paul Neiffer the FarmCPA on SDRP Stage 2. We review how it works, the fact it is yield only and if your final yield is more than 95% of APH you will not collect any payment. We also review how much of an extra payment coming under Stage 1 in mid-2026. We also review the estimates for 2025 ARC/PLC to be paid next year. Finally, we discuss the bridge payment that may be announced this week

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This week’s market outlook looks at where traders have yield expectations priced in ahead of the upcoming report, why soybean demand signals from China still are not fully showing up in the data, and how corn export strength is shaping early pricing opportunities. We cover the current cash trends, the widening basis swings across the eastern Corn Belt, and how local ethanol demand is creating pockets of stronger bids. The update also digs into South American weather and production, how global supply shifts impact both corn and soybean price potential, and why producers should watch early 2026 opportunities while making 2025 decisions. We finish with a discussion on cost of production, the impact of sticky overhead costs, and why now is the time to finalize marketing plans heading into the new year.

Every successful farm needs a brain. For one Minnesota farm family, building a dedicated office transformed how they communicate, make decisions, work together, and plan for the next generation.

In this conversation, Chris Barron sits down with the family to explore the real impact an office has had on their operation. They share what they learned, what they would do differently, the efficiencies gained, how professionalism reshaped their culture, and why they now view the office as a long-term investment instead of an expense.

They discuss the challenge of separating family and business, the benefits of eliminating late-night bookwork at home, the value of having every leader in one central location, and the improvements in communication and trust. They also talk about preparing the next generation and how creating a “home court advantage” with retailers and lenders fundamentally changes the dynamic of their business.

This episode is a must-watch for farms with two or more decision-makers, anyone considering building an office, or any operation looking to elevate professionalism and efficiency.

Veteran analyst Pete Meyer joins Chris Barron for a candid breakdown of today’s markets. We cover the flash-sale uncertainty, missing USDA data, CFTC delays, fund positioning, and what they actually mean for grain prices heading into December. Pete explains why soybeans will lead, why corn may not follow, how to think about stock-market spillover, and why production rallies are meant to be sold and demand rallies respected. We also dive into the on-farm realities: working capital erosion, sticky overhead, crop mix decisions, and how to approach 2026 with practical risk management. If you run a business, manage acres, or simply want a grounded view of what lies ahead, this conversation is for you.

This round-table dives into what really happened across the Midwest in 2025. From record strip-till adoption, variable yields, southern rust impacts, and fungicide responses, to storage issues, labor culture, and team development.

We break down the economic outlook for 2026, renewal season realities, working capital erosion, marketing discipline, diversification versus distraction, and why mental health and communication matter more than ever.

Let us know what stood out most from your harvest and how you’re approaching 2026.