Jun 12
While the domestic winter wheat crop continues to shrink, global wheat market dynamics and looming trade policy adjustments are keeping a lid on prices, preventing a significant price rally. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Oklahoma State University’s Todd Hubbs to analyze the latest agricultural data and its implications for producers as harvest progresses. …
Jun 11
The June World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report has officially been released, sparking widespread discussion across the agricultural sector regarding its implications for the upcoming marketing year. To break down the numbers and understand what these adjustments mean for producers, Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Rich Nelson, the Chief Strategist …
Jun 09
Grain and oilseed futures prices dropped dramatically over the last week, driven primarily by a strong technical move from funds and speculators liquidating long positions. Grains disconnected from oil as the geopolitical premium evaporated. An expectation of favorable crop conditions in the Corn Belt, along with uncertainty regarding the U.S.-China trade situation, exacerbated the price …
May 28
The current agricultural trade landscape is heavily defined by drifting grain markets as prices slide into familiar territory due to a distinct lack of fresh fundamental news. The combination of early harvest progress, fluctuating international trade policies, and looming weather patterns has left traders searching for clear direction. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down …
May 21
The agricultural markets are experiencing notable volatility, driven by international political developments and shifting economic forecasts. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Todd Hubbs from Oklahoma State University (OSU) to discuss the current state of the markets and what producers can expect in the coming weeks. The conversation highlighted how global events, particularly …
May 06
U.S. Soy Strategy: High-Oleic Expansion and Nutritional Innovation The United Soybean Board (USB) is aggressively pursuing new market segments by focusing on high-oleic soybean varieties and emerging nutritional trends to build long-term value for American producers. Mary Stewart, a Maryland soybean farmer and USB director, recently sat down with Farm Director KC Sheperd to discuss …
Apr 14
Grain markets continue to reflect the ample supply available around the globe with volatility emerging on an event driven basis due to geopolitics, weather, and trade. As the markets move into spring planting season, an expectation of recent price dynamics continuing seems a reasonable assumption given the uncertainty in place. Farm Director KC Sheperd notes …
Apr 09
The release of the April World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) has provided the market with a clearer picture of the 2025/26 marketing year, signaling a shift toward more comfortable supply levels. Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with Rich Nelson, Chief Strategist at Allendale, to provide an April WASDE analysis that goes beyond …
Mar 31
Allendale’s Rich Nelson recently shared insights on the USDA Prospective Plantings and Quarterly Grain Stocks reports with Farm Director KC Sheperd, highlighting key data and market implications. The reports, released on March 31, 2026, offer a comprehensive look at old-crop stocks and initial planting intentions for the 2026 season. Quarterly Grain Stocks: A Look at …
Mar 24
The global agricultural landscape is currently navigating a period of rare intensity as energy price shocks, geopolitical conflict, and persistent environmental challenges converge. According to Dr. Todd Hubbs of Oklahoma State University, the ongoing conflict with Iran has generated a level of market volatility and uncertainty seldom seen, with global oil prices showing no signs …
