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Extreme heat is putting fresh pressure on U.S. crops as corn and soybean conditions diverge, with temperatures potentially reaching 110 degrees across parts of the eastern Midwest. SF Daily, hosted by Lorrie Boyer, breaks down the latest grain markets, USDA updates, livestock and weather impacting agriculture.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Corn conditions held steady, but soybean ratings declined, while hot, dry weather threatens corn test weights and late-season soybean pod fill.

🇨🇳 Trade: The U.S. sold 5 million bushels of new-crop soybeans to China, adding fresh interest to export demand.

📊 USDA: The next major USDA reports are schedule...

Geopolitical tensions are sending crude oil prices higher and shaking grain markets, with corn and soybeans leading the way. SF Daily host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest market moves, cattle trade, extreme heat, and the risks facing agriculture.

Grain markets find fresh buying interest despite overbought conditions, while soybean demand surges to more than twice last year’s pace. SF Daily with host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest market moves, cattle prices, H-2A wage policy, and weather threats facing the Corn Belt.

🌾 Wheat: Demand is strengthening as disruptions in the Black Sea region tighten global export flows.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Soybean sales are running more than double last year, while corn sales rank fourth-highest on record for this point.

🐄 Livestock: Feeder cattle futures gained $1.82 to $352, while beef export sales fell to a six-we...

Wheat hits limit gains while corn and soybean futures consolidate after a strong rally. On SF Daily, host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest grain market moves, export demand, ethanol production, livestock futures, and severe weather threats across the Corn Belt.

🌾 Wheat: Futures posted limit gains, putting expanded trading limits in play as traders assess the rally.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Corn export sales hit a marketing-year low, while soybean demand remains strong and China continues buying.

🐄 Livestock: Live cattle futures were mixed, while feeder cattle moved lower.

🌦️ Weather: Storms are expected across South Dakota...

Grain markets are shifting as drought stress and declining crop ratings raise new questions about U.S. yield potential. SF Daily with host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest market moves, trade tensions, livestock losses, and severe Midwest weather threats.

🌾 Wheat: Grain traders are watching yield concerns and harvest results for clues about the size of the U.S. crop.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Lower soybean yield estimates could cut projected new-crop ending stocks in half, while overbought futures create choppy trade.

🐄 Livestock: Livestock markets moved lower as cattle and other protein markets faced renewed pressure...

Soybean futures face pressure after the Pro Farmer Crop Tour raised its yield estimate, while strong exports and improving corn demand offer support. SF Daily host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest market moves and weather threats facing agriculture.

🌾 Wheat: Black Sea developments continue to drive wheat markets as the U.S. tender list grows.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Corn demand is strengthening, but crop conditions slipped, with just 57% of U.S. corn rated good to excellent; soybean conditions also declined.

🐄 Livestock: Live cattle futures fell $1.87 to $432, while feeder cattle dropped $1.17 to $537 as markets react to tariff...

Corn yields are coming in below USDA expectations, while soybean demand concerns and a new beef import announcement move markets. SF Daily host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the biggest agriculture stories impacting farmers and ranchers.

🌾 Wheat: Investors increased net-long positions in wheat as traders assess crop prospects and demand.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Pro Farmer estimates corn yields at 173.2 bushels per acre versus USDA’s 180.7, while soybeans face pressure from weaker soybean oil demand and small-refiner waivers.

🐄 Livestock: Feeder cattle futures fell as President Trump announced a 90-day tariff-free import of 300,000 metric tons of ground beef.

Corn and soybean markets are showing signs of being overbought as crop concerns collide with softer demand. On SF Daily, host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest grain, livestock and weather developments moving agriculture markets.

🌾 Wheat: Grain markets remain focused on crop conditions and weather as traders weigh supply risks.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: New-crop corn sales trail last year at 448.4 million bushels, while drought affects 28% of corn and 26% of soybean production.

🐄 Livestock: U.S. red meat production fell 2%, with beef output down 5%; live cattle gained while feeders declined.

🌦️ Weather: Severe storms threaten parts of Nebra...

U.S. crop concerns are fueling risk buying in grain markets as lower corn yield estimates and declining soybean pod counts raise questions about 2026 production. SF Daily host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest market moves, weather threats, and livestock action.

🌾 Wheat: Grain markets find support as traders monitor tightening crop expectations and shifting demand.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Pro Farmer findings point to weaker yields and pod counts, adding production uncertainty ahead of harvest.

🐄 Livestock: Live cattle futures fell $1.47 to $205, while feeder cattle dropped $2.37 to $492.

🌦️ Weather: Flash flood warnings covered parts of Indiana and Oh...

Grain markets remain supported as resilient demand and crop concerns push prices higher. On SF Daily, host Lorrie Boyer breaks down why China continues buying U.S. soybeans and why crop tours are raising questions about USDA production estimates.

🌾 Wheat: Limited fresh news keeps wheat focused on broader grain market momentum and demand.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Crop tours are finding low soybean pod counts and immature corn, fueling concerns production may fall short of USDA projections.

🐄 Livestock: U.S. beef production is forecast at 24.967 billion pounds in 2026, down 4% from last year, with another decline projected...

Wheat harvest is running ahead of normal while soybean exports take a sharp hit, setting the tone for grain markets. SF Daily host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest commodity markets, weather threats, and major agriculture news.

🌾 Wheat: Winter wheat harvest is 96% complete, spring wheat is 41% harvested, and wheat export inspections are up 22% from a year ago.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Corn inspections reached 1.91 million metric tons, while soybean shipments dropped 46% year over year.

🐄 Livestock: Live cattle futures slipped as Cargill’s Fort Morgan beef plant resumes operations following a three-month labor dispute.

🌦️ Weather: Extreme...

Weather is putting fresh pressure on U.S. crop prospects as drought grips the West and flooding hits parts of the East. SF Daily, hosted by Lorrie Boyer, breaks down the latest grain markets, livestock trade, and weather threats facing farmers.

USDA’s August WASDE report is reshaping the grain market as tighter corn supplies collide with stronger export demand. On SF Daily, host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest numbers, livestock moves, Tyson’s beef plant restructuring and threatening Midwest weather.

🌾 Wheat: U.S. wheat export sales climbed 17% to 490,600 metric tons, signaling solid international demand.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Corn acreage increased, but lower yields offset production gains and pushed ending stocks to 1.7 billion bushels, while China purchased 1.45 million metric tons of soybeans.

🐄 Livestock: Live cattle futures dropped $1.52 to $453, while feeder cattle fell $1.40 to $352 as Tyson announc...

USDA’s August WASDE report is under fire over data collection methods and controversial corn and soybean acreage estimates. SF Daily with host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the numbers, grain markets, livestock and dangerous Midwest weather threatening agriculture.

🌾 Wheat: USDA’s latest supply and demand numbers leave traders weighing tight U.S. production against sluggish export demand.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Acreage estimates remain the biggest point of debate, while ethanol production climbs to 1.110 million barrels per day.

🐄 Livestock: The CME feeder cattle index reaches $355.37, while wholesale box beef prices move higher.

🌦️ Weather: Flooding threatens...

Wheat prices surge as dry conditions, disappointing yields, and strong global demand push Kansas City wheat 25 cents higher. SF Daily host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the market moves, geopolitical risks, and key agriculture stories shaping the day.

🌾 Wheat: Dry weather and reduced yields fuel a sharp wheat rally, while Ukraine and Middle East tensions threaten global grain trade.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Weather concerns and crop damage remain key market drivers as traders assess U.S. yield potential.

🐄 Livestock: Cattle and hog markets deliver mixed results as traders weigh supply, demand, and disease concerns.

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SF Daily with Lorrie Boyer brings farmers the latest agriculture headlines, commodity market moves, and weather updates every morning with host Lorrie Boyer. Today’s August 11, 2026 episode delivers a fast look at the stories shaping grain markets and rural America.

Corn and soybean futures face a volatile week as traders position ahead of Wednesday’s USDA WASDE report, with analysts expecting a lower U.S. corn yield. SF Daily host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the market-moving developments shaping grain, livestock, and weather markets.

🌾 Wheat: Futures trade amid broader market risk and increased positioning ahead of the WASDE report.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Analysts expect USDA to cut corn yield estimates by 1 to 3 bushels per acre, while traders increase bullish corn positions and reduce soybean bets.

🐄 Livestock: Live and feeder cattle futures gain as wholesale boxed beef prices...

Risk buying returns to grain markets as traders weigh crop damage, weather uncertainty, and growing global supply concerns. SF Daily with host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest moves in commodities, livestock, and weather shaping farm decisions.

European drought is sending shockwaves through global corn markets, with analysts estimating a 20% production loss—about 400 million bushels—adding uncertainty to already volatile grain supplies. SF Daily with host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest crop concerns, livestock movement, and weather threats impacting farmers and markets.

Episode Breakdown

🌾 Wheat: Global supply concerns continue as crop losses and shifting production forecasts influence wheat market expectations.
🌽 Corn & Soybeans: U.S. yield estimates remain divided as scouts debate crop potential ahead of key production reports.
🐄 Livestock: Live cattle futures gained 42 cents while feeder cattle futures climbed 72 cents, with m...

Corn markets are facing uncertainty ahead of USDA’s August WASDE report as analysts debate the size of this year’s crop. SF Daily with host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest market moves, weather concerns, and the policy decisions impacting agriculture.

🌾 Wheat: Traders watch broader grain market direction as USDA report expectations build.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Analysts are split on corn yields as drought concerns and falling crop ratings raise questions about production potential ahead of the Pro Farmer Crop Tour.

🐄 Livestock: Live cattle futures gained as traders continue watching supply and demand signals.

Grain markets are reacting to falling U.S. crop conditions and rising global trade concerns as corn futures gain support from weather stress and tighter supply outlooks. SF Daily with host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest market moves, USDA data, and the forces shaping agriculture today.

🌾 Wheat: Global supply concerns grow as Russia’s grain trade restrictions push buyers toward alternative sources.

🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Corn rallies after crop ratings decline more than expected, while soybeans navigate weaker meal values and stronger soybean oil prices.

🐄 Livestock: Cattle futures retreat as markets digest lower prices and...

Cattle markets take center stage as feeder futures rebound while wholesale beef values climb, signaling shifting dynamics across the livestock complex. SF Daily with host Lorrie Boyer delivers the latest agriculture market updates, breaking down the numbers producers need to know.

🌾 Wheat: Wheat market updates, and global supply factors continue to influence grain direction.
🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Grain traders watch price movement and supply outlooks as harvest approaches.
🐄 Livestock: Live cattle futures finish mixed, while feeder cattle recover with gains of up to $1.55; beef cutout values move higher.
🌦️ Weather: Weather trends remain a key factor for crop devel...

Grain markets are watching drought concerns across the Corn Belt, global trade faces new challenges from low water levels at the Panama Canal, heavy rain is expected in Missouri

SF Daily with host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the market moves, weather risks, and key agriculture stories shaping the day.

• 🌾 Wheat: Drought concerns continue for U.S. wheat, while Panama Canal restrictions add uncertainty to global trade flows.
• 🌽 Corn & Soybeans: USDA export data shows stronger corn sales for 2026-2027, while soybean demand slows.
• 🐄 Livestock: Cattle futures gained as strong beef export sales and lower...

Grain markets react to Black Sea tensions, ethanol production hits a record high, and severe storms threaten parts of the Corn Belt.

Join Lorrie Boyer for today's SF Daily as she breaks down the latest agriculture news, commodity markets, farm weather, and livestock updates in just minutes.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast with host Lorrie Boyer for your quick morning update on agriculture news, commodity markets, grain markets, livestock, weather, and the biggest stories impacting farmers and ranchers.

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Start your morning with SF Daily, hosted by award-winning farm broadcaster Lorrie Boyer, for the latest agriculture news, commodity market updates, USDA reports, weather impacts, and livestock market trends.

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• Commodity Market Update: U.S.-Iran talks pressured global markets, sending crude oil prices down more than $6 per barrel. The U.S. dollar and agricultural markets declined, while equity markets attracted renewed buying interest.

• Grain Market Insights: Changing weather forecasts continue to influence expectations for corn and soybean yields. Investors increased their net long positions in corn, soybeans, and wheat as traders assessed supply and demand conditions.

• Livestock & USDA News: The USDA announced the reopening of the sout...

Start your morning with the SF Daily podcast, hosted by award-winning farm broadcaster Lorrie Boyer, for a fast-paced look at the biggest stories impacting agriculture, commodity markets, and rural communities.

In today’s episode, we cover the latest corn, soybean, and wheat market trends, as managed money buying continues amid rising geopolitical tensions and weather uncertainty. Crude oil prices pushed above $100 per barrel following Iran-related concerns, while agriculture markets remain focused on supply, demand, and global risk factors.

We break down Corn Belt weather conditions, including lighter-than-expected rainfall, drying soils, and crop stress concerns. Plus, ge...

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for July 23, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer, for a quick look at commodity markets, weather, and the biggest agriculture news impacting farmers and ranchers.

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for Wednesday, July 22, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer, bringing you the latest agriculture news, commodity market updates, grain prices, livestock markets, and farm weather in a quick, informative daily episode.

Today’s top ag market and farm news includes:

Grain markets supported by geopolitical tensions involving the Strait of Hormuz, the Middle East, and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Soybean prices influenced by questions surrounding the size of Argentina’s soybean crop and market positioning.

Wheat markets following the Wheat Quality Council tour, with estimated yields falling to 4...

SF Daily – July 21, 2026 | Grain Markets, Crop Ratings, Weather & Ag News

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for Tuesday, July 21, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer, for a quick and informative look at the latest commodity markets, agriculture news, crop conditions, weather, livestock markets, and global events impacting farmers and ranchers.

In today’s episode:

Corn, soybean and spring wheat crop ratings and what the latest USDA numbers mean for grain markets

Grain market trends as corn, soybeans and wheat move into overbought territory

Geopolitical tensions and trade disputes influencing commodity prices and...

Start your morning with SF Daily, your daily source for agriculture news, commodity market updates, and weather with host Lorrie Boyer.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, July 17, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover commodity markets, weather, and the top stories impacting agriculture each morning.

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for Thursday, July 16, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer for a full update on the latest commodity markets, weather conditions, and agriculture news impacting farmers and ranchers.

In today’s episode, we cover key developments across the grain, livestock, energy, and agricultural markets, including slow buying interest in grain futures, global crop concerns, and changing livestock trends.

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Start your day with the latest agriculture news on the SF Daily podcast with host Lorrie Boyer. Get a fast, reliable update on the grain and livestock markets, USDA news, farm weather, and the top stories impacting agriculture.

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Get your morning update on ag markets, commodity prices, weather, and the biggest stories impacting farmers and ranchers with host Lorri Boyer.

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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for Monday, July 13, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. Start your morning with the latest agriculture news, commodity market updates, weather impacts, and the stories shaping farming and rural America.

Today’s episode covers:

• Grain markets: Corn and soybeans remain firm, while wheat markets see profit-taking.
• USDA WASDE report: Tighter ending stocks for corn and soybeans provide market support.
• Global trade: Black Sea tensions could impact grain exports and global supply concerns.
• Market trends: Investors increased bullish soybean positions, while speculators reduced short positions in corn and wheat futures.

Listen to the SF Daily Podcast with Lorrie Boyer for quick, informative updates on the commodity markets, agriculture news, livestock trends, and weather impacting farmers and ranchers each morning.

Today’s episode covers:

• Grain markets: Traders anticipate minimal changes in upcoming USDA reports, with tight corn supplies and limited soybean stocks keeping markets focused on production and demand.

• Corn Belt weather: Crop conditions remain a key market driver, with some areas experiencing stress while forecasts call for thunderstorms and excessive rainfall across parts of the central U.S.

• USDA export sales: Soybean...

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, July 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.

Grain markets are steady ahead of the WASDA report, with no major balance sheet changes expected. China's soybean purchases are boosting export demand. Ethanol production declined to 1.093 million barrels per day, with stockpiles at the lowest since early January. Live cattle futures lost $1.35 to $1.85, and feeder cattle futures dropped 60 to 75 cents. Heavy rains in the Corn Belt and severe thunderstorms were noted, with the potential...

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, July 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.

The US-Iran ceasefire dissolved, boosting energy market risk premiums. US energy futures fell, but physical demand remained strong. Corn and soybeans attracted buyers due to undervaluation and weather concerns. The Iowa Spore Warning Network uses AI to detect crop diseases. The Purdue CME Ag Economy Barometer hit a low since December 2024, with high input costs and low commodity prices as major concerns. Live cattle futures...