Bull Bear Banter: February WASDE Report
February 14, 2020
Even though the WASDE report did not provide much new information, there are still quite a few factors impacting grain markets this week.
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Bull Bear Banter: Soybean Demand and Final MFP Payment
February 07, 2020
In the midst of U.S. soybean prices continuing to face downward pressure from South America’s harvest and questionable Chinese demand, producers received the third and final round of President Trump’s promised Market Facilitation Program payment. The payment, designed to compensate low U.S. soybean prices as a result of the drawn-out U.S. and China trade issues, is not expected to be duplicated for the crop going in the ground this spring. Producers are encouraged to incorporate the payment in what they would normally receive for their grain and not to consider it as “extra” income.
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Bull Bear Banter: Markets Decline on Coronavirus Issues
January 31, 2020
This week we witnessed a steady drop lower for soybeans and corn. Special guest Dr. Allan Gray of Purdue University joins us for a short interview.
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Bull Bear Banter: Downward Pressure on Grains
January 24, 2020
Not a lot of bull/bear factors to push market movement this week, but a look at the potential impacts of the coronavirus outbreak on China’s soybean demand. Also, a special guest interview with Kelly Garrett on his approach to no-till, irrigated farming.
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Bull Bear Banter: Phase I Agreement Signed, Along with USMCA
January 17, 2020
A little bit of a roller coaster ride since the announcements earlier in the week. Join our hosts as they break down some of the important topics of the week.
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Bull Bear Banter: Much Anticipated January WASDE
January 10, 2020
After all the buildup, USDA finally released their supply and demand estimates for January 2020.
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Bull Bear Banter: Averaging Contract and What is a WASDE
January 03, 2020
We had the opportunity to sit down with one of our averaging contract customers to get his perspective on how he has incorporated the program into his marketing plan. Later, a little explanation about what we mean when we’re talking about the USDA’s WASDE reports.
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Bull Bear Banter: A Slow Steady Climb This Month
December 27, 2019
During the month of December, corn, wheat, and soybean prices have steadily increased. Join our hosts as they explain what this means to you.
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Bull Bear Banter: Still More Questions than Answers
December 20, 2019
Both corn and soybeans gained value this week, even though a lot of the big items remain somewhat unsolved.
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Bull Bear Banter: It’s Complicated…
December 13, 2019
There is quite a bit of international and political news this week. How and when it will impact the grain markets is a little complicated to decipher. Join our hosts as they give you their perspectives.
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Bull Bear Banter: Continued Uncertainty with China
December 06, 2019
This week saw several conflicting pieces of news with regard to China, some negative, some positive.
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Bull Bear Banter: Special Thanksgiving Episode
November 27, 2019
With the holiday-shortened week, we dedicated our time to talk with our Grain Marketing Advisors. Join us to hear a little bit about their perspective on Harvest 2019, Thanksgiving and more.
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