Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, January 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. Commodity markets are recovering from oversold conditions, with increased trading volumes and higher gold and silver prices due to US military action in Venezuela. US corn and wheat exports are up, while soybean exports are down due to the U.S.-China trade war. Cash cattle prices rose, and live cattle broke out of a trading range. Dry conditions in the southern plains and winter weather advisories in Minnesota and Wisconsin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, January 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. Grain markets are quiet due to holiday trading, with attention on South American weather and US export activity. Deliveries against January contracts include 913 lots of soybeans and 48 lots of soy oil. China's 2026 import quota for countries under new safeguard measures is 2.7 million metric tons, down from 2024's 2.87 million tons. Cash cattle are expected to trade at steady prices, while box beef prices remain high. Weather forecasts predict above-average conditions in the plains and colder weather in the Midwest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, January 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. Grain futures declined yesterday as traders took profits ahead of the holiday weekend, while metals saw their strongest year since 1979. Dry conditions in Argentina, with no rain for two weeks, are a growing concern. Tensions escalated between China and Taiwan, and Russia and Ukraine continued to strike each other's export terminals. Live cattle futures strengthened, with spec traders holding a net long position of 94,868 contracts. USDA wholesale box beef prices dropped. The U.S. is expected to start January colder than normal, especially in the northern regions, influenced by La Niña. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 31, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Today is the final trading day of the year, with market action focused on year-end positioning. The January 12 WASDA report, which will include final old crop production numbers and quarterly grain stocks, is highly anticipated. Brazil's soybean harvest is off to a strong start, while Argentina faces drought conditions. The Iowa Department of Agriculture reported a new case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, impacting 15 birds, bringing the total affected to nearly 185 million since 2022. Live cattle prices are supported by tight numbers, but box beef prices are low. Arctic air is expected to surge, bringing snow showers across the Midwest and Northeast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 30, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The commodity complex is seeing consolidation in grain markets due to profit-taking in precious metals. The soy complex is recovering, and Argentina's crop conditions are deteriorating. USDA export inspections for corn, soybeans, and wheat were lower compared to the previous week and last year. Live cattle futures were mixed, with cash cattle trade expected to remain steady. Feeder cattle futures showed mixed results. The National Weather Service forecasts tranquil weather with milder temperatures across much of the country, except for the eastern two-thirds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 29, 2025, 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 faced pressure with corn, soybeans, and wheat trading lower, influenced by lower metals and energy markets. Ethanol production surged to a two-year high, averaging 1.107 million barrels per day, with the Midwest leading the gains. Cattle futures may trade sideways due to limited cash activity. Snow and rain are expected in parts of Illinois and Wisconsin, with potential for slick areas and up to three inches of snow in northern Wisconsin. Listeners are encouraged to read more at agriculture.com and subscribe to the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 26, 2025, 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 saw solid gains, led by soybeans, corn, and wheat, with corn posting five consecutive session gains. Red meat production dropped 7% year-over-year in November, with beef down 9%, pork down 4%, and calf slaughter down 42%. Cash markets showed mixed results, with corn and spring wheat basis strengthening. Winter weather advisories were issued for parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana, potentially impacting travel and power outages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 25, 2025, 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 rose, supported by corn and soybeans, while wheat markets and the US Dollar Index increased slightly. Cattle markets were mixed, with tightening beef supplies driving support. Beef stocks were down 3.42% year-on-year to 425.5 million pounds. Managed money increased net long positions in live cattle. Wholesale beef prices fell. Warm air prevails, but a pattern change with colder temperatures is expected. Listeners are encouraged to read more at agriculture.com and subscribe to the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 24, 2025, 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 are experiencing the influence of outside markets, a weaker US dollar, and weather conditions in South America. Red meat and cold storage rose 1% monthly but declined year-over-year, with frozen meat supplies down. Cattle futures fell due to a lack of cash trade, while hog futures saw modest support ahead of the hogs and pigs report. The US hog inventory rose 1% year-over-year, with producers planning to increase sell firings. Weather forecasts predicted warm temperatures and dense fog across the central and southern US, with freezing drizzle in northern Wisconsin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 23, 2025, 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 received a boost due to safe-haven buying, with gold surpassing $4,500 an ounce and soybean exports picking up. The USDA reported increased corn, soybean, and wheat inspections, with corn at 1.74 million metric tons and soybeans at 870,199 tons. The cattle market showed mixed reactions to the bullish cattle on feed report, with some chart gaps closing. Weather notes indicated potential winter storm impacts in northern Minnesota and Wisconsin, and record-breaking warmth in central Nebraska. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 22, 2025, 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 decrease in bullish positions and an increase in short positions. The CFTC's weekly report showed net long positions in corn and soybeans, and net short positions in wheat. Livestock markets saw mixed results, with cash cattle trading at varied prices. The cattle on feed report showed lower placements, impacted by the Mexican border closure. Winter weather advisories were issued for parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin, with potential for snow and ice, while dry conditions in the southern plains raised fire concerns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 19, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The US's flash sales and China's soybean purchase target, and increased corn and wheat imports despite a strong domestic crop. USDA data showed corn exports up 70% YoY, wheat exports up 23%, and soybean exports down 46%. China's November corn imports rose 87.5% YoY, and wheat imports surged 279%. Cattle futures dropped, with estimates for cattle on feed at 98.3%. Extremely dry conditions in western Nebraska and dangerously cold weather in North Dakota were also noted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 18, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The market is experiencing choppy trading due to a lack of fresh news and seasonal factors. Brazil and Argentina face drought stress, affecting crop estimates. U.S. ethanol production hit a record 1.130 million barrels per day, with significant gains in the Midwest. Cattle futures struggled to break price resistance, leading to selling. Weather updates included blizzards in the northern U.S., intense winds in South Dakota and Nebraska, and dry conditions in Kansas, posing risks of tree damage and fires. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 17, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. There are several external market pressures on commodity markets, including a 4.6% US unemployment rate and crude oil dropping to $55 per barrel. South American weather is favorable for established crops, but there are questions about planting in Safrina. Brazil saw a 5% annual decline in tractor sales, with high horsepower tractors down 28%. Live cattle futures showed minor gains, but packers' purchases for deferred delivery may limit holiday purchases. High winds and winter weather are forecast across the Northern US, affecting visibility and road conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 16, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Technical trading and mixed demand are showing signals on the markets, with concerns over China's soybean purchases and biofuel blending policies. Brazil's expected corn export delay until July benefits U.S. exports. SinoGrain auctioned 513,000 metric tons of soybeans. USDA reported 1.58 million metric tons of corn inspections, down from 1.74 million tons a week prior, and 795,661 metric tons of soybeans inspections, down from 1.03 million tons. Live cattle contracts faced market challenges, and intense winds were forecasted for the Northern Plains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 15, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Corn and soybeans showed mixed trading, while wheat faced selling pressure. The November NOPA crush report is expected, and US export forecasts remain high, including a record 3.2 billion bushels of corn. Speculators turned bullish on corn, with net long positions increasing. Soybean bullish bets also rose. Wheat saw reduced bearish bets. Livestock markets saw higher cash cattle prices, with narrower price ranges for futures. Extremely cold weather advisories were issued for parts of the Eastern US, potentially causing frostbite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 12, 2025, 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 data-driven insights on farming success, noting the importance of soil types and seed selection. Soybean markets are struggling due to rising costs and uncertainty over renewable fuel usage, with exports lagging behind last year's totals. Corn exports are up 74% year-over-year, driven by global demand and lower quality supplies. Wheat exports are also up, by 23%. Cattle futures are recovering from price drops, with packers being aggressive in purchases. Winter storm warnings are in effect across several regions, with significant snowfall and cold wind chills forecasted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 11, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Soybean and grain prices are rising due to a weaker dollar and strong domestic demand, with soy oil stocks up 11.9% year-over-year. Ethanol production dropped to 1.105 million barrels per day, with inventories at 22.510 million barrels. Cattle and hog slaughter numbers are up, but beef prices are weakening. Winter weather advisories include snow and ice in various regions, potentially causing power outages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 9, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning There are no major changes in the upcoming World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimate (WASDE) report. The USDA's 2026 baseline acreage estimates predict a decline in corn, soybean, and wheat plantings. Soybean inspections rose to 1.02 million metric tons, while corn assessments fell to 1.45 million tons. Cattle futures remained steady, influenced by the box beef market. Winter storm warnings were issued for much of the Northern US, with significant snowfall expected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, December 10, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. No major changes are expected in today's World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimate (WASDE) report. The USDA's 2026 baseline acreage estimates predict a decline in corn, soybean, and wheat plantings. Soybean inspections rose to 1.02 million metric tons, while corn assessments fell to 1.45 million tons. Cattle futures remained steady, influenced by the box beef market. Winter storm warnings were issued for much of the Northern US, with significant snowfall expected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices