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- Matt Bennett, AgMarket.net- Resistant Waterhemp, maybe Metribuzin- Mike Tannura, Tstorm.netThe April 9, 2026 closing market report covers agricultural commodity markets, weed control strategies, and Midwestern weather forecasts. Analyst Matt Bennett characterized the day's USDA WASDE report as largely uneventful, noting ample global corn supplies and continuing competitive pressure from South American soybean exports. University of Illinois weed scientist Aaron Hager then detailed the increasing resistance of waterhemp to Group 15 and PPO-inhibiting herbicides across the state, advising producers to consider metribuzin as a viable and cost-effective alternative for residual control. Finally, meteorologist Mike Tannura highlighted severe drought conditions currently impacting over half of the U.S. hard red winter wheat crop. He forecast upcoming rain systems that will primarily benefit eastern, lower-elevation areas of the Plains while leaving western regions dry, alongside additional precipitation expected

- Greg Johnson, TGM TotalFarmMarketing.com- Higher Fuel and Fertilizer Prices & Farmer Sentiment- Drew Lerner, WorldWeather.ccThe April 8, 2026, Closing Market Report highlights that corn and soybean prices have decoupled from sharply lower crude oil prices following a temporary ceasefire in the Iran conflict. Analysts advise farmers to lock in current commodity prices, as large carryouts are expected unless a summer drought occurs. Concurrently, economists warn that elevated fuel and fertilizer costs driven by the Middle East conflict will likely persist into the fall, although recent bridge payments and minor commodity rallies have temporarily improved overall farmer sentiment. On the weather front, the Western United States faces long-term water supply concerns due to low snowpack, which could lead to a dry summer in the Plains, while immediate heavy rains in the Midwest threaten to delay spring planting. Internationally, agricultural weather is improving, with Argentina receiving a beneficial dry peri

- Naomi Blohm, TotalFarmMarketing.com- John Deere Updates Right to Report & DEF- Gerald Mashange, University of Illinois- Don Day, DayWeather.comThe April 7, 2026 Closing Market Report highlights significant concerns regarding geopolitical tensions with Iran and their impact on agricultural commodities. Total Farm Marketing's Naomi Blohm notes that traders are squaring positions ahead of an impending deadline with Iran, closely watching crude oil resistance levels. University of Illinois agricultural economist Gerald Mashange elaborates on this "escalation trap" in the Strait of Hormuz, warning that damage to energy and fertilizer infrastructure could cause prolonged supply chain disruptions and price spikes akin to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.In agricultural news, John Deere announced software updates complying with new Environmental Protection Agency guidelines to allow farmers temporary overrides on emissions and diesel exhaust fluid equipment during critical operational windows. On the weather fro

- Curt Kimmel, AgMarket.net- Ed Usset, University of Minnesota- Mark Russo, EverStream.aiTrading on April 6, 2026, was quiet, reflecting slight price gains in corn and soybeans alongside a dip in wheat futures. Market analysts expect the upcoming USDA WASDE report to indicate tighter corn stocks driven by strong demand, offset by a potential slight increase in soybean carryout. Geopolitical tensions continue to support commodity prices through war premiums; however, analysts warn of significant downside risks once the crop is successfully planted.Elevated fertilizer costs, with anhydrous ammonia projected at $860 per ton for the 2027 crop, combined with record board soybean crush margins at $2.43 per bushel, strongly favor a continued shift toward soybean acreage. Despite expanding domestic crushing capacity and bullish price scenarios, weak cash basis levels act as a red flag regarding the longevity of current futures rallies. Agricultural economists advise producers to proactively hedge or secure forward co

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- Greg Johnson, TGM TotalGrainMarketing.com- How Much Soybean Demand will the RVO Create- Drew Lerner, WorldWeather.ccAg Markets with Greg JohnsonThe recent USDA prospective plantings and grain stocks reports were largely neutral for corn and slightly friendly for soybeans. Currently, the market is being driven by geopolitical headlines, with money flowing out of commodities and into equities due to expectations that Middle East tensions may ease. Significant damage to Middle Eastern infrastructure for crude oil and natural gas, a key fertilizer input, will take years to repair. This damage is expected to keep transportation and input costs elevated, contributing to inflation and likely delaying any interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. Because planted acreage is high enough to meet demand under normal yield conditions, future market movement will heavily depend on actual yields and the actions of investment funds, which are currently holding near-record long positions. Farmers are advised to consider pr

- Naomi Blohm, TotalFarmMarketing.com- WILLAg News Update- March USDA Hogs & Pigs Report Analysis- Don Day, DayWeather.comProgram OverviewProgram Name: Closing Market ReportDate of Broadcast: March 31, 2026Host: Todd Gleason from the University of Illinois ExtensionNetwork: Illinois Public Media (available online at willag.org)Focus: The show provides comprehensive coverage of agricultural markets, industry news, livestock updates, and weather forecasts tailored for the farming community.Program ElementsAg Markets Analysis: The core of the episode focuses on the release of the USDA's Prospective Plantings and Grain Stocks reports. Host Todd Gleason details the survey results, noting a 3% decrease in intended corn acres and a 4% increase in intended soybean acres compared to the previous year. Guest Naomi Blohm from totalfarmmarketing.com provides expert analysis, explaining that the reports fell mostly within expectations and failed to trigger any dramatic market shifts, leaving corn and soybean prices re

- Curt Kimmel, AgMarket.net- Drought & Workers Strike May Reconfigure Beef Processing- Mark Russo, EverStream.ai WeatherThe March 30, 2026, Closing Market Report details agricultural commodity performance, processing challenges, and global weather conditions.Market PerformanceCorn and hard red winter wheat futures closed lower, while soybean futures experienced mixed results.Live cattle, feeder cattle, and crude oil prices finished higher, contrasting with downward movements in the S&P 500 and NASDAQ indices.Commodity OutlookMarket participants are positioning for the March 31 USDA prospective plantings and grain stocks reports, which will establish benchmarks for acreage and demand estimates.Ongoing geopolitical conflicts, specifically involving Iran, are anticipated to sustain elevated energy prices and inject broader economic volatility.Livestock markets currently remain supported by the approaching summer grilling season.Beef Processing and Supply ChainA worker strike at the JBS processing plant i

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- Greg Johnson, TotalGrainMarketing.com- Fall Anhydrous Price Predictions and a farmdoc Webinar- PRE Herbicide Injury on Early Planted Soybean- Drew Lerner, WorldWeather.cc ★ Support this podcast ★

- Naomi Blohm, TotalFarmMarket.com- ForgeBee Leverages EnterpriseWorks for Pollinators- Don Day, DayWeather.com ★ Support this podcast ★

- Curt Kimmel, AgMarket.net- Celebrating 100 Years of USDA Radio- Mark Russo, EverStream.ai Weather ★ Support this podcast ★

- Mike Zuzolo, GlobalCommResearch.com- The Iran Conflict, Fuel, and Fertilizers  ★ Support this podcast ★

- Matt Bennett, AgMarket.net- The Iran Conflict & U.S. Row Crop Returns- A Day in the Life of Bomber Crews- Mike Tannura, Tstorm.net ★ Support this podcast ★

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- Dave Chatterton, SFarmMarketing.com- The Passing of Orion Samuelson- Brazil's Soybean Expansion may Slow- Don Day, DayWeather.com ★ Support this podcast ★

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