News & Publications

News & Publications

April 30, 2024 | John Payne, Ag Risk Management Advisor

Is a Bear in the Hog Market?

Is a Bear in the Hog Market?

With the world chasing meat substitutes, hog producers and processors alike may wish they owned the meat and not the animal. At least that’s the consensus at “Pork School,” a …

April 23, 2024 | Brian Basting, Commodity Research Analyst

Will Disease Stunt Argentina’s Corn Crop?

Will Disease Stunt Argentina’s Corn Crop?

Recent developments in Argentina's corn industry have sparked uncertainty as the discovery of corn stunt disease casts a shadow over production forecasts. Initially anticipated to yield large quantities, the impact …

April 17, 2024 | Conner Bridgman, Ag Risk Management Advisor

Just how big is Brazil’s crop?

Just how big is Brazil’s crop?

The significance of Brazil's corn and soybean production is a topic that deeply intrigues us and fuels ongoing debates. Just six months ago, delays in soybean planting caused a spike …

April 9, 2024 | Brady Huck, Ag Risk Management Advisor

Protect profit amid volatile cattle markets

Protect profit amid volatile cattle markets

So many marketing frustrations could be solved if we could just rewind the clock, go back in time and make different decisions. Unfortunately, we can’t, but each day is an …

April 2, 2024 | Brian Basting, Commodity Research Analyst

Expect increased price volatility in grain markets

Expect increased price volatility in grain markets

Given the uncertainty on weather associated with the spring planting season, the potential for increased price volatility is high following the March 28 USDA Grain Stocks and Prospective Plantings reports. …