Discussing the Fund Money Movement in Commodities
***DISCLAIMER*** This aired on the Monday, May 4th, 2026 episode of Agriculture of America just after the markets opened the day session. Some great insights into the recent fund money movement in commodities and perspective on the
State Policy is Important Amid Robust RVO Levels
On the Tuesday, May 5th, 2026 episode of AOA, we were joined by Clean Fuels Alliance America’s Director of State Governmental Affairs, Jeff Earl, to discuss various state policies they are watching amid the recent announcement of
Favorable Planting Weather Meets Global Headlines and Market Scrutiny
U.S. weather is shaping up to be favorable for planting, with dry conditions covering much of the Midwest, though below-average temperatures could slow crop emergence. Winter wheat conditions took another step lower, keeping concerns elevated across key
Beef Month Perspective: What Lenders Are Seeing in Today’s Beef Industry
OMAHA, Neb. May 5, 2026— As the U.S. beef industry recognizes Beef Month this May, Farm Credit Services of America (FCSAmerica) joins in recognizing beef producers for their essential role in feeding families, strengthening rural communities, and sustaining a safe,
Grains Seeing Pressure on a Turnaround Tuesday Lower
It appears to be a turnaround Tuesday to the downside in the grain complex as we see moderate pressure across soybeans, corn and wheat. Mike Castle, Senior Commodities Economist at StoneX, joins us to discuss the grain
Evaluate Early-Season Corn Conditions for Better Yield Outcomes
WESTFIELD, Ind. (May 5, 2026) — Evaluating corn vigor soon after emergence can help identify early-season issues and support a stronger finish at harvest. “The V4 to V6 stage is when we determine the number of kernel
Farmer Sentiment Declines in April Amid Input Costs and Availability Concerns
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Farmer sentiment fell in April as concerns about rising input costs, tighter availability and global instability continued to weigh on the agricultural outlook. The April Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer dropped to 121, down
Ducks Unlimited and Regenified Partner to Advance Regenerative Agriculture and Conservation Impact
Ducks Unlimited (DU) will begin conducting regenerative agriculture verification under the Regenified standard as part of a new partnership announced today. Through the collaboration, DU, an internationally respected conservation organization with deep experience in working landscapes, wetlands, water, waterfowl,
Rick Wahlstrom Endowed Chair in Swine Production Honors Legacy of Longtime SDSU Swine Professor
BROOKINGS, S.D. — May 5, 2026 — The South Dakota State University College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences will soon have an endowed position focused on swine production. The Rick Wahlstrom Endowed Chair in Swine Production
Planting Progress Surges for Corn and Soybeans (audio)
Crop Progress as of May 4th: Corn Planted: 38%; vs 25% last week; 38% last year Corn Emerged: 13%; vs 7% last week; 10% last year USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey goes over notable state corn planting progress