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Successful Farming Daily, June 30, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 30, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Today will bring several significant market drivers, including the first notice day on July contracts, quarterly stocks, and revised acreage reports. Daily limits for corn, soybeans, and wheat were set at 30 cents, 85 cents, and 35 cents, respectively. Stats Canada released updated planted acre estimates, and US crop ratings declined despite favorable conditions. Extreme heat in the EU reduced corn yields by 5-10 million metric tons. Livestock markets were influenced by post-holiday beef demand, packer losses, and Chinese herd reductions. Wholesale box beef prices rose, with Choice boxes up 41 cents and Select boxes up 26 cents. Severe heat advisories were in effect across the Midwest, with temperatures expected to reach up to 105 degrees in some areas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Successful Farming Daily, June 29, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 29, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Extreme heat in the Eastern Corn Belt and EU is causing crop stress. The USDA reported a smaller-than-expected hog herd, boosting hog prices, while beef stocks remained stable, indicating a potential demand slowdown. Investors increased net short positions in corn and soybeans, with 74,819 and 36,986 futures contracts, respectively. Wheat saw a shift in net shorts. Severe heat advisories were issued across the Midwest, with temperatures expected to reach up to 105 degrees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Successful Farming Daily, June 26, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 26, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Commodity markets continue to face geopolitical uncertainty and volatile weather conditions. The US dollar, energy futures, and major indices traded lower due to position squaring ahead of the month and quarter ends. Beef export sales surged to 21,300 metric tons, while pork exports increased by 63% for the 2026 marketing year. The US had 73.7 million hogs as of June 1, down slightly from the previous year. Flash flood warnings were issued in southeastern Kansas, and flood watches were in effect for southern Illinois and Indiana. The CME feeder cattle index rose to 381.86 on June 24. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Successful Farming Daily, June 25, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 25, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Markets are quiet with traders awaiting next week's quarterly stocks and acreage reports. US weather conditions are favorable but stressful in some regions. China's beef imports are shifting as Australia and Brazil reach their quotas, potentially increasing US beef demand despite high prices. China's beef imports are up 18.4% year-on-year, reflecting a dietary shift towards more beef consumption. Live cattle futures are higher, and the CME feeder cattle index is at 83.14. The USDA reported 19 new screw worm cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Successful Farming Daily, June 24, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 24, 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 markets are in a choppy pattern, with US corn oversold and crop stress reported globally, particularly in the EU and Brazil. A Senate Agriculture Committee draft farm bill includes increased direct loans and conservation payments, met with optimism by corn and soybean groups. Live cattle futures dropped, while feeder cattle and wholesale beef prices rose. Severe weather warnings were issued for parts of Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas, with potential for heavy rain and severe storms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]