Successful Farming Daily, June 2, 2026

Successful Farming Daily, June 5, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 5, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The news of the New World screwworm found in Texas has led to a halt in U.S. feed imports from Mexico. Corn sales were down 13% week-over-week to 883,300 metric tons, with Japan being the largest buyer. Soybean sales fell 8% to 276,900 metric tons, with China being the top buyer. Wheat sales for the 2026-2027 marketing year totaled 838,500 metric tons. Live cattle futures rallied, while feeder cattle futures saw gains. Wholesale box beef prices decreased, and the weekly export sales report showed 50,200 metric tons of beef sold for 2026. Flood watches remain in effect for central Iowa, with heavy precipitation and tornado risks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Successful Farming Daily, June 4, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 4, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The impact of a New World screwworm case being confirmed in Texas is taking up all the attention in the markets. Analysts are noting the potential for additional culling and tightened US cattle inventory. Ethanol production rose to 1.108 million barrels per day, with inventories dropping to their lowest level since January 9. Live cattle futures declined, and feeder cattle futures fell. Wholesale boxed beef prices were mixed. Flood watches were issued for parts of Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri, with up to four inches of rain expected in central and southwestern Iowa, potentially leading to flash flooding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Successful Farming Daily, June 3, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 3, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. There is a rebound in the energy complex and continued strength in the cash market, with crush margins at record highs, and year-to-date crushes 8% ahead of last year. Grains are soft, and corn is firming, but the market lacks fresh bullish news. The US-Iran conflict and weather concerns are adding volatility. Tariffs on agricultural equipment were reduced to 15% from 25%, benefiting soybean farmers. Farmer sentiment slipped to 119, with high input costs and prices as major concerns. Livestock futures posted losses, and severe storms are expected in the Midwest, posing hail and wind risks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Successful Farming Daily, June 2, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 2, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Interest in commodities is low due to uncertainties from Iran peace talks and rising energy costs. US corn and soybean crops are off to a good start, but initial condition ratings are below expectations. Wheat inspections rose to 402,346 metric tons, corn to 1.73 million metric tons, and soybean assessments declined to 494,286 metric tons. Live cattle futures and feeder cattle prices increased. The US pasture rating improved to 30% good to excellent. Scattered showers are forecasted for several states, including South Dakota and Minnesota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Successful Farming Daily, June 1, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 1, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The escalating violence in the Middle East has caused oil prices to surge, impacting commodity markets, particularly soybeans. Weather conditions are generally favorable for crop development, but are drying in some areas. The USDA reported that April prices for agricultural production rose 2.3% month-over-month but declined 1.8% year-over-year. The crop production index increased by 11%, while the livestock production index fell by 2%. The podcast also mentioned severe weather warnings and market trends for livestock and grain futures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]