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Get the news, weather, and commodity markets information that farmers and ranchers need to start the day.

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June 16, 20265 min

Successful Farming Daily, June 16, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 16, 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 energy market weakness affected grain prices, with slight improvements in corn and soybean conditions, but overall crop stress persisted. The African Swine Fever outbreak and weaker pork cutout values are impacting the hog complex. USDA inspections showed a drop in corn exports, a rise in soybean exports, and higher wheat assessments. Live cattle futures gained, and feeder cattle rallied. The National Weather Service forecasted severe storms and critical fire weather conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

June 15, 20265 min

Successful Farming Daily, June 15, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 15, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. A potential peace deal between the U.S. and Iran, which could impact energy markets and oil shipments, is expected to recover slowly. Traders are bearish on corn, soybeans, and wheat, with significant shifts in net long positions. In livestock, live cattle and feeder cattle futures declined, and JBS announced the closure of its Sauterton, Pennsylvania plant. Flood warnings were issued for southwestern Missouri and eastern Kansas, and red flag warnings were in effect for the Nebraska Panhandle due to high fire risk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

June 12, 20267 min

Successful Farming Daily, June 12, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 12, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Crude oil is down due to potential US-Iran peace deal talks. Overnight rains in the Corn Belt improved crop outlooks, and the USDA's June report showed no significant changes in old crop balances but noted an 18 million bushel drop in new crop wheat carryout. Corn sales rose, with Japan being a major buyer, while soybean sales declined. Live cattle and feeder cattle futures gained, and beef exports were robust. Severe weather warnings were issued for the Nebraska Panhandle, and Missouri River flood advisories were in effect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

June 11, 20264 min

Successful Farming Daily, June 11, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 11, 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 USDA's June WASDA report release today is expected minor demand adjustments, and Brazil's Conab updated crop estimates. Weekly export sales data showed steady ethanol production at 1.108 million barrels per day, with Midwest output rising. Live cattle futures gained 42 cents to $207, while feeder cattle futures were mixed. Mexico suspended U.S. cattle imports due to screw worms. Severe weather in the Midwest included tornado warnings and flash flood risks. The CME feeder cattle index dropped to $360.806, and wholesale box beef prices varied. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

June 10, 20264 min

Successful Farming Daily, June 10, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 10, 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 futures are seeing buyer interest as markets entered oversold territory, driven by managed money flow. Soybeans saw support after eight straight lower sessions, while corn demand remained steady despite Brazil's Safrina harvest. New World screw worm cases were found in New Mexico and Texas, with potential economic impacts of $1.8 billion. Live cattle futures gained $1.50 to $2.97, and feeder cattle futures rose $2 to $3.45. Mexico suspended cattle imports due to screw worm cases. Heat advisories were issued for parts of Oklahoma, Texas, Michigan, and Indiana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

June 9, 20266 min

Successful Farming Daily, June 9, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 9, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. It's a sluggish grain market complex, with corn and soybean ratings influencing trade. Corn conditions held steady, while soybean ratings slipped. Weather patterns are mixed, with some regions experiencing favorable conditions and others facing stress. USDA inspections showed a decrease in wheat and soybean inspections but an increase in corn inspections. Live cattle futures dropped, and soybean assessments were down since the marketing year began. Severe thunderstorms and excessive rainfall are expected, posing flood risks in the northern plains and upper Mississippi Valley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

June 8, 20263 min

Successful Farming Daily, June 8, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 8, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Wheat futures are supported by global production issues, while corn and soybean conditions are stable despite scattered rainfall. The Ohio Valley faces excessive rainfall, causing flooding. A Wisconsin farm sold for $4,554,884, or $21,946 per acre, in rapid-fire bidding. Cattle markets saw weaker action, with cash trade at $258 and feeder cattle futures up 2.75 cents. Upcoming weather includes showers and thunderstorms across the Corn Belt, with potential for severe weather in the central plains and northern plains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

June 5, 20265 min

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

June 4, 20264 min

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

June 3, 20265 min

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