Feb 19
2026 Grain Market Outlook: The agricultural market is currently navigating a complex landscape shaped by persistent weather patterns, shifting government regulations, and global trade dynamics. Insights from Dr. Todd Hubbs at Oklahoma State University, while talking to Farm Director KC Sheperd, highlight how these factors are driving trends in the wheat, corn, and soybean sectors. …
Feb 19
Sowing the Seeds of Change: Dr. Allan Fritz on the Future of Wheat Breeding In a recent conversation, KC Sheperd met with Dr. Allan Fritz, a professor and wheat breeder at Kansas State University, to discuss the industry’s economic landscape and his upcoming transition to a new field. Redefining Value for the Grower A primary focus …
Feb 16
Revolutionary Weed Control: Albaugh’s Coaxium® Wheat Production System and the Future of Wheat Farming: In a recent interview with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Chad Shelton of Albaugh discussed the current landscape for wheat producers and the innovative solutions designed to combat rising challenges. Facing Modern Farming Challenges The wheat market is currently navigating significant hurdles, …
Feb 12
Farm markets are moving through a relatively quiet stretch, with February reports offering little in the way of surprises but plenty to watch as weather and demand signals begin to matter more. Speaking with farm director KC Sheperd, Dr. Todd Hubbs said the latest WASDE report largely fit seasonal expectations, calling it “pretty uneventful… normal …
Feb 10
USDA Report Leaves Markets “Stuck in the Mud” with Quiet Updates and 2026 Supply Questions The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report landed with a softer impact than usual this February, offering few major surprises to shake up the grain markets. Rich Nelson of Allendale Inc. joined Farm …
Feb 05
OSU’s Dr. Todd Hubbs: Soybean Rally Offers Pricing Opportunity Amidst “Wishy-Washy” Global Markets and Drought Concerns The grain markets are seeing significant movement this week, driven by geopolitical headlines and social media posts from the White House. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently caught up with Dr. Todd Hubbs, Oklahoma State University Crop Marketing Specialist, to …
Feb 03
Wheat and Corn Markets Give Back Gains; Trading Ranges Persist Volatility in the agricultural markets continued this week as macroeconomic issues and production speculation drove price movements in both wheat and corn. According to Dr. Todd Hubbs of Oklahoma State University, while prices initially rallied, they subsequently retreated, reinforcing current trading ranges. Prices rallied and …
Jan 26
OSU’s Dr. Hagerman Details Major Farm Bill Changes for 2026: New Base Acres, Higher Price Supports, and Livestock Relief. As agricultural producers across the United States brace for a shifting economic landscape, significant changes are coming to federal farm programs that could reshape the bottom line for Oklahoma farmers and ranchers. In a recent interview …
Jan 23
In a recent conversation with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Oklahoma State University Crop Marketing Specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs offered a candid look at the current state of grain markets. With substantial corn supplies and uncertainty in wheat conditions, Hubbs advised producers on navigating a “range-bound” market environment where prices are hovering near lows. Corn: A …
Jan 15
Todd Hubbs Breaks Down ‘Brutal’ USDA Report: Corn Glut and Surprise Wheat Acres in Oklahoma: Oklahoma State University Extension Crop Marketing Specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs did not mince words when reviewing the latest USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) released this week, describing them as a “brutal set of reports” for the agricultural …
