Thu, 14 May 2026 16:45:45 -0500 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2573186 en-us © 2026 Black Dirt Communications yes e03a426b-5c22-5074-9c4b-989bcbb2655f mike@blackdirtcommunications.com Mike Opperman episodic false Chat BDC is the executive briefing for farm CEOs, CFOs, and senior managers running America's largest farms. Each episode delivers concise, actionable business intelligence across all market categories. 

Hosted by Mike Opperman, Chat BDC delivers concise market information to help farmers make more informed business and investment decisions. Whether you manage 2,000 cows or 20,000 acres, this is the ag business podcast built for farmer CEOs.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Chat BDC, Chat BDC podcast, Mike Opperman, ag business, farm CEO, agriculture business intelligence, dairy business podcast, farm management podcast, farm finances, farm economics Mike Opperman mike@blackdirtcommunications.com https://storage.buzzsprout.com/fbl66985rqhp7v8cf6g6l0x6rdvs?.jpg Insights Into the Beef Industry and Genetics From Lee Leachman Today we're excited to bring you a conversation we had with Lee Leachman, CEO of Leachman Cattle and noted beef industry and genetics expert. We talk about the current status of the beef industry, the impact that genomics has had on today's beef herd, and a look at where we're headed as an industry. 

]]> Today we're excited to bring you a conversation we had with Lee Leachman, CEO of Leachman Cattle and noted beef industry and genetics expert. We talk about the current status of the beef industry, the impact that genomics has had on today's beef herd, and a look at where we're headed as an industry. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19170674 Thu, 14 May 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1608 1 131 full false Get the Scoop On Latest WASDE Report Updates on Commodity and Livestock Markets We go full WASDE today with a look at corn, soybean, livestock and dairy markets. We wrap up with a stumble on Wall Street as AI stocks slump.

]]> We go full WASDE today with a look at corn, soybean, livestock and dairy markets. We wrap up with a stumble on Wall Street as AI stocks slump.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19167944 Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 -0500 488 1 130 full false Trump's Meeting With China This Week Will Have Big Impact Across All Markets When President Trump meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week, the results could have a huge impact on livestock, and commodity markets as well as on Wall Street. All three stories today focus on those potential impacts. 

]]> When President Trump meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week, the results could have a huge impact on livestock, and commodity markets as well as on Wall Street. All three stories today focus on those potential impacts. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19160449 Tue, 12 May 2026 05:00:00 -0500 398 1 129 full false Record pork exports start off 2026; Commodities wait for China summit this week We start with a USMEF report on pork and beef exports through the first quarter of 2026. After a pivot to look at commodity markets we wrap with a look ahead to what Wall Street is looking forward to this week. The China meeting this week will have an impact on all markets, ag and non-ag.

]]> We start with a USMEF report on pork and beef exports through the first quarter of 2026. After a pivot to look at commodity markets we wrap with a look ahead to what Wall Street is looking forward to this week. The China meeting this week will have an impact on all markets, ag and non-ag.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19156366 Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 -0500 411 1 128 full false Cheese, Butter Exports Continue to Break Records; Commodity Markets Adjust to Iran War We start out today with a look at dairy export results. Cheese and butter continue to dominate, and U.S. dairy exports have had positive YOY results for the past six months. In commodity markets, which direction the markets will go depends a lot on the war in Iran. Our financial news wrap up includes a positive outlook on the U.S. economy coming from the White House.

]]> We start out today with a look at dairy export results. Cheese and butter continue to dominate, and U.S. dairy exports have had positive YOY results for the past six months. In commodity markets, which direction the markets will go depends a lot on the war in Iran. Our financial news wrap up includes a positive outlook on the U.S. economy coming from the White House.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19143193 Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 -0500 380 1 127 full false Three Things Beef Producers Need To Be Thinking About; Why Are Diesel Prices So High? We start this episode out with a look at three things beef producers need to focus on heading into summer. We pivot to news about why diesel prices are so high, and how long they will stay there. We wrap up with a look at labor markets. 

]]> We start this episode out with a look at three things beef producers need to focus on heading into summer. We pivot to news about why diesel prices are so high, and how long they will stay there. We wrap up with a look at labor markets. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19138243 Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 -0500 386 1 126 full false Drought May Impact Pasture Growth, Herd Rebuilding We start looking at an update on the drought situation in cow-calf country, and how it's the worst since at least 2000. We then look at planting updates, which is ahead of 2025 and five year averages. The wrap up is in financial markets, as stock indexes have another stellar day. 

]]> We start looking at an update on the drought situation in cow-calf country, and how it's the worst since at least 2000. We then look at planting updates, which is ahead of 2025 and five year averages. The wrap up is in financial markets, as stock indexes have another stellar day. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19131768 Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 -0500 362 1 125 full false A Review on Dairy Risk Management, a Soybean Outlook and Investor View on AI Today we focus on an UpLevel podcast that reviews dairy risk management options. We also get a soybean forecast (hint=China plays a role) and how investors are looking at big tech AI.

]]> Today we focus on an UpLevel podcast that reviews dairy risk management options. We also get a soybean forecast (hint=China plays a role) and how investors are looking at big tech AI.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19124833 Tue, 05 May 2026 05:00:00 -0500 328 1 124 full false Want to Keep Employees? Work on Communication. Our latest interview is a bit different that our regular conversations with economists. Today's conversation is with one of the top experts on employee relations, Jorge Delgado with Alltech. It's a great conversation about the keys to keeping employees healthy and happy, and building a quality culture along the way.

]]> Our latest interview is a bit different that our regular conversations with economists. Today's conversation is with one of the top experts on employee relations, Jorge Delgado with Alltech. It's a great conversation about the keys to keeping employees healthy and happy, and building a quality culture along the way.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19109609 Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1625 1 123 full false Milk Prices Continue to Rise, Corn Exports Keep Up Record Pace The latest federal milk marketing order information is out and milk prices continue to slowly improve, enough that we're getting close to where we were last year. On the commodity export front, corn continues to set the pace while soybeans lag. And on Wall Street, indexes are posting their best year in six. 

]]> The latest federal milk marketing order information is out and milk prices continue to slowly improve, enough that we're getting close to where we were last year. On the commodity export front, corn continues to set the pace while soybeans lag. And on Wall Street, indexes are posting their best year in six. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19104958 Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 -0500 433 1 122 full false The Government Is Set To Help With Fertilizer Prices After a look at risk management options in the dairy market, we offer an update on a news conference held by Ag Secretary Rollins regarding the status and future of fertilizer prices. We end with an update on Wall Street. 

]]> After a look at risk management options in the dairy market, we offer an update on a news conference held by Ag Secretary Rollins regarding the status and future of fertilizer prices. We end with an update on Wall Street. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19098043 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 361 1 121 full false More Dairy Cows Are Heading to Slaughter; It Will Be Awhile Before the Beef Herd Expands The latest USDA Livestock Slaughter report shows dairy producers are sending more cows to town than in the past. Also, the drought in the High Plains is probably going to keep the beef herd from expanding (amongst other things). We wrap up with a look at consumer confidence. 

]]> The latest USDA Livestock Slaughter report shows dairy producers are sending more cows to town than in the past. Also, the drought in the High Plains is probably going to keep the beef herd from expanding (amongst other things). We wrap up with a look at consumer confidence. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19091528 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 356 1 120 full false Protein Demand Drives Milk Prices; There's a Farm Bill Vote Looming Demand for protein continues to change the dynamic for milk prices. Also, we may have a Farm Bill soon with a vote pending on Thursday. We wrap up with our daily look at investments and Wall Street news. 

]]> Demand for protein continues to change the dynamic for milk prices. Also, we may have a Farm Bill soon with a vote pending on Thursday. We wrap up with our daily look at investments and Wall Street news. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19086307 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 347 1 119 full false Drought Covers 63% of The U.S. While It's Too Wet to Plant In Other Areas Today we feature a chat we had with  Brad Rippey who is an agricultural meteorologist in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Office of the Chief Economist, and the managing editor of the Weekly Weather and Crop Bulletin. Brad talks about the current weather and moisture situation across the U.S., where it's too dry in most areas but way to wet in others. Plus we discuss what to look for in the next few weeks and into summer as we transition to El Nino. 

]]> Today we feature a chat we had with  Brad Rippey who is an agricultural meteorologist in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Office of the Chief Economist, and the managing editor of the Weekly Weather and Crop Bulletin. Brad talks about the current weather and moisture situation across the U.S., where it's too dry in most areas but way to wet in others. Plus we discuss what to look for in the next few weeks and into summer as we transition to El Nino. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19067373 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1015 1 118 full false Base Milk Price Climbs Past $20 While the Cattle Markets Softens The Federal Milk Marketing Order pricing information came out this week and the May Class I base price pushed past $20/cwt, good news for dairy producers. Cattle markets softened a bit this week, and we share those numbers. In financial markets, Wall Street was a bit unstable as folks wait to see what happens in the Middle East.

]]> The Federal Milk Marketing Order pricing information came out this week and the May Class I base price pushed past $20/cwt, good news for dairy producers. Cattle markets softened a bit this week, and we share those numbers. In financial markets, Wall Street was a bit unstable as folks wait to see what happens in the Middle East.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19067124 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 352 1 117 full false USDA Reports Say Dairy Herd Continues to Grow, Beef Herd Continues to Shrink Two new USDA reports were out yesterday. The USDA Milk Production report showed the U.S. dairy cow herd continues to grow, although 2025 and 2026 milk production levels are starting to come closer together. Commodity prices are a bit higher thanks to weather conditions and geopolitical issues. And if energy prices don't fix themselves, Republicans could be in trouble this fall. 

]]> Two new USDA reports were out yesterday. The USDA Milk Production report showed the U.S. dairy cow herd continues to grow, although 2025 and 2026 milk production levels are starting to come closer together. Commodity prices are a bit higher thanks to weather conditions and geopolitical issues. And if energy prices don't fix themselves, Republicans could be in trouble this fall. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19061431 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 372 1 116 full false Here's What Financially Strong Farmers Are Doing We start off with a recap of an UpLevel Dairy podcast featuring a Compeer analysts who discusses how financially strong farmers stay financially strong. We then look at our first crop planting report and take a look at the latest on Wall Street. 

]]> We start off with a recap of an UpLevel Dairy podcast featuring a Compeer analysts who discusses how financially strong farmers stay financially strong. We then look at our first crop planting report and take a look at the latest on Wall Street. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19054511 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 359 1 115 full false A Bit Of Sun Is Shining On An Evolving Dairy Market Milk prices have shown promise and markets have switched to put an emphasis on protein. That's been good news for dairy farmers as we get into the second quarter of 2026, and something to consider as we look ahead to Q3 and Q4. That's the topic of today's interview with Corey Geiger, lead dairy economist with CoBank.

]]> Milk prices have shown promise and markets have switched to put an emphasis on protein. That's been good news for dairy farmers as we get into the second quarter of 2026, and something to consider as we look ahead to Q3 and Q4. That's the topic of today's interview with Corey Geiger, lead dairy economist with CoBank.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19046733 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 818 1 114 full false USDA Cattle on Feed Report, A Flip in Commodity Markets, and What Investors Value on Wall Street Today we start with a review of Friday's USDA Cattle on Feed report, then look at how commodities flipped trends last week. We wrap up with how investors are approaching market decisions in the era of the Middle East conflict. 

]]> Today we start with a review of Friday's USDA Cattle on Feed report, then look at how commodities flipped trends last week. We wrap up with how investors are approaching market decisions in the era of the Middle East conflict. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19039493 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 333 1 113 full false News for April 17, 2026 We have monthly federal milk marketing order price information, which continues to be slightly favorable and a positive aspect to the market so far. We also look at corn futures, which include potential weather impacts. The episode wraps up with a record day on Wall Street.

]]> We have monthly federal milk marketing order price information, which continues to be slightly favorable and a positive aspect to the market so far. We also look at corn futures, which include potential weather impacts. The episode wraps up with a record day on Wall Street.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19028343 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 450 1 112 full true News for April 16, 2026 Powder prices are skyrocketing and bringing Class IV prices with it, and we start off the podcast with that news. We then take a look at cattle futures, and wrap up with a look at financial markets and a Fed report that looks at how consumers and companies are taking a wait-and-see approach to investments.

]]> Powder prices are skyrocketing and bringing Class IV prices with it, and we start off the podcast with that news. We then take a look at cattle futures, and wrap up with a look at financial markets and a Fed report that looks at how consumers and companies are taking a wait-and-see approach to investments.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19023753 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 393 1 111 full false News for April 15, 2026 Fertilizer prices are 40% higher than this time last year. We take a look at why and how it's affecting input costs on this year's crop. Plus, despite all of the geopolitical activity that has happened since the end of February, the stock market is actually back to pre-war levels. We'll take a look at how that happened.

]]> Fertilizer prices are 40% higher than this time last year. We take a look at why and how it's affecting input costs on this year's crop. Plus, despite all of the geopolitical activity that has happened since the end of February, the stock market is actually back to pre-war levels. We'll take a look at how that happened.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19016525 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 369 1 110 full false News for April 14, 2026 There's tons of new processing capacity in the dairy industry, and we'll take a look at potential expansion opportunities. Next we'll look at an interesting development in beef markets, and wind up with our regular look at movement on Wall Street. 

]]> There's tons of new processing capacity in the dairy industry, and we'll take a look at potential expansion opportunities. Next we'll look at an interesting development in beef markets, and wind up with our regular look at movement on Wall Street. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19010137 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 337 1 109 full false News for April 13, 2026 Have you been watching Wall Street bounce up and down over the past few weeks and months? Wondered what you can do to protect your investments? Today we get an expert to help us answers those questions. We talk with Matt Erickson, senior analyst with Terrain, about where we're at with investment opportunities today, where we may be headed, and how to protect ourselves from volatility. 

]]> Have you been watching Wall Street bounce up and down over the past few weeks and months? Wondered what you can do to protect your investments? Today we get an expert to help us answers those questions. We talk with Matt Erickson, senior analyst with Terrain, about where we're at with investment opportunities today, where we may be headed, and how to protect ourselves from volatility. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-19003969 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1185 1 108 full true News for April 10, 2026 The March WASDE report is out and we look at the latest USDA projections for corn, soybeans, meat and dairy. Then we look at how dairy exports are doing (quite well, BTW) and then report on the continuing yoyo that is Wall Street. 

]]> The March WASDE report is out and we look at the latest USDA projections for corn, soybeans, meat and dairy. Then we look at how dairy exports are doing (quite well, BTW) and then report on the continuing yoyo that is Wall Street. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18989596 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 423 1 107 full false News for April 9, 2026 Today we focus on how markets are reacting to the ceasefire in the Middle East. We start with a look at corn and soybeans, transition to cattle, and finish up with a look at Wall Street. 

]]> Today we focus on how markets are reacting to the ceasefire in the Middle East. We start with a look at corn and soybeans, transition to cattle, and finish up with a look at Wall Street. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18983744 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 272 1 106 full true News for April 8, 2026 The latest Global Dairy Trade report starts off this episode, then we transition to commodity market updates. We finish off with a report from JPMorgan's CEO about the current status of financial markets.

]]> The latest Global Dairy Trade report starts off this episode, then we transition to commodity market updates. We finish off with a report from JPMorgan's CEO about the current status of financial markets.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18978455 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 349 1 105 full false News for April 7, 2026 We start today with a look at commodity markets, then news of a new trading partner for U.S. beef. We finish with a look at Wall Street and how stocks are reacting to ongoing news from the Middle East.

]]> We start today with a look at commodity markets, then news of a new trading partner for U.S. beef. We finish with a look at Wall Street and how stocks are reacting to ongoing news from the Middle East.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18970998 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 322 1 104 full false News for April 6, 2026 Welcome back after Easter - hope everyone had a great weekend. With markets closed due to the Holiday, we decided to go with an interview I did with Ben Laine, senior dairy analyst with Terrain. In the interview Ben gives an update on where we're at in the dairy markets, let's us know if the high production is sustainable, and what to expect over the next several months. 

]]> Welcome back after Easter - hope everyone had a great weekend. With markets closed due to the Holiday, we decided to go with an interview I did with Ben Laine, senior dairy analyst with Terrain. In the interview Ben gives an update on where we're at in the dairy markets, let's us know if the high production is sustainable, and what to expect over the next several months. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18966772 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 696 1 103 full true News for April 3, 2026 New milk price reports are out and the slow, steady climb continues. We also look at how commodity prices and Wall Street markets reacted to President Trump's speech on the Middle East conflict. 

]]> New milk price reports are out and the slow, steady climb continues. We also look at how commodity prices and Wall Street markets reacted to President Trump's speech on the Middle East conflict. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18951741 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 321 1 102 full false News for April 2, 2026 Today we have a special episode, an interview with David Weaber, senior animal protein analyst with Terrain. In this longer conversation we cover all the topics pertinent to the beef market, from current status to feedlot/packer interactions to potential consumer demand, and more. Enjoy!

]]> Today we have a special episode, an interview with David Weaber, senior animal protein analyst with Terrain. In this longer conversation we cover all the topics pertinent to the beef market, from current status to feedlot/packer interactions to potential consumer demand, and more. Enjoy!

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18945696 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1936 1 101 full false News for April 1, 2026 On this our 100th episode, we take a look at the planting projections and inventory reports from USDA, and an in-depth look at beef markets before an exciting announcement about a new offering!

]]> On this our 100th episode, we take a look at the planting projections and inventory reports from USDA, and an in-depth look at beef markets before an exciting announcement about a new offering!

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18939994 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 422 1 100 full false News for March 31, 2026 Today we take a look at hog inventories compared to last year, then take a deeper dive into the long and shorts of commodity markets. We finish with a quick update on Wall Street. 

]]> Today we take a look at hog inventories compared to last year, then take a deeper dive into the long and shorts of commodity markets. We finish with a quick update on Wall Street. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18932678 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 291 1 99 full false News for March 30, 2026 We start the week with a look at how dairy product markets fared last week, then report on President Trump's announcement about new DEF regulations. We finish up with a quick look at rising oil costs.

]]> We start the week with a look at how dairy product markets fared last week, then report on President Trump's announcement about new DEF regulations. We finish up with a quick look at rising oil costs.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18927731 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 409 1 98 full false News for March 27, 2026 Dairy margins lead off today's discussion with a look at potential indemnity payments in the future. We also look at a potential announcement by President Trump today of another support package for U.S. farmers. We wrap up with an update on Wall Street given the most recent boost in oil prices.

]]> Dairy margins lead off today's discussion with a look at potential indemnity payments in the future. We also look at a potential announcement by President Trump today of another support package for U.S. farmers. We wrap up with an update on Wall Street given the most recent boost in oil prices.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18913893 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 352 1 97 full true News for March 26, 2026 Fertilizer and fuel prices are higher, we'll start off by talking about how high they've gotten and where it might end. Then we look at beef markets and the impact the reduced throughput is having on the market, before wrapping up with a brief look at financial markets. 

]]> Fertilizer and fuel prices are higher, we'll start off by talking about how high they've gotten and where it might end. Then we look at beef markets and the impact the reduced throughput is having on the market, before wrapping up with a brief look at financial markets. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18907359 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 344 1 96 full false News for March 25, 2026 Today we learn what USDA says about dairy slaughter levels, then look at how soybean markets reacted to Trump putting off his meeting with China. We finish up in financial markets and get an update on reactions to the ongoing Middle East conflict.

]]> Today we learn what USDA says about dairy slaughter levels, then look at how soybean markets reacted to Trump putting off his meeting with China. We finish up in financial markets and get an update on reactions to the ongoing Middle East conflict.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18901276 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 357 1 95 full true News for March 24, 2026 Today we have a special episode. I had a great conversation with Britt O'Connell, senior director of grain risk management with Ever.ag.  Britt provides perspective on how much of an impact higher fuel and fertilizer prices due to the crisis in the Middle East will have on farmers this spring. She also gives some great advice on how farmers can approach marketing going into the 2026 growing season.

]]> Today we have a special episode. I had a great conversation with Britt O'Connell, senior director of grain risk management with Ever.ag.  Britt provides perspective on how much of an impact higher fuel and fertilizer prices due to the crisis in the Middle East will have on farmers this spring. She also gives some great advice on how farmers can approach marketing going into the 2026 growing season.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18890002 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1191 1 94 full false News for March 23, 2026 To start off the week we look at a couple of USDA reports, including the March Milk Production and Cattle on Feed reports. We finish with how investments are shifting to money market funds due to rising oil prices and potential stress on inflation.

]]> To start off the week we look at a couple of USDA reports, including the March Milk Production and Cattle on Feed reports. We finish with how investments are shifting to money market funds due to rising oil prices and potential stress on inflation.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18889938 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 366 1 93 full false News for March 20, 2026 News for today includes an update on dairy replacement levels and prices, and a report on the February USDA livestock slaughter report. We finish up with a look at the impact March Madness has on business productivity.

]]> News for today includes an update on dairy replacement levels and prices, and a report on the February USDA livestock slaughter report. We finish up with a look at the impact March Madness has on business productivity.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18876611 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 345 1 92 full false News for March 19, 2026 Dairy exports are doing well starting off 2026 but major headwinds lie in their path. Speaking of the crisis in the Middle East, fertilizer prices are starting to spike up along with oil prices, and we have some news on that front. 

]]> Dairy exports are doing well starting off 2026 but major headwinds lie in their path. Speaking of the crisis in the Middle East, fertilizer prices are starting to spike up along with oil prices, and we have some news on that front. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18870290 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 353 1 91 full false News for March 18, 2026 Today we look at federal milk marketing order price updates, plus how cattle markets are reacting in light of the strike at the JBS plant and geopolitical pressures. We end with a quick look at financial markets. 

]]> Today we look at federal milk marketing order price updates, plus how cattle markets are reacting in light of the strike at the JBS plant and geopolitical pressures. We end with a quick look at financial markets. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18863742 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 357 1 90 full false News for March 17, 2026 USDA released it's Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Outlook for March and we start with a look at any adjustments to those projections. We then turn to a look at potential crop acreage adjustments and a look at commodity markets. We wrap with a bright spot on oil prices. 

]]> USDA released it's Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Outlook for March and we start with a look at any adjustments to those projections. We then turn to a look at potential crop acreage adjustments and a look at commodity markets. We wrap with a bright spot on oil prices. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18857151 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 350 1 90 full false News for March 16, 2026 We're back from vacation, and today we're delivering an update on how the conflict in the Middle East is impacting U.S. agriculture and financial markets. Also, we put together a survey to see how the conflict is impacting farmer decisions. Find the survey here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/xshTkKw

]]> We're back from vacation, and today we're delivering an update on how the conflict in the Middle East is impacting U.S. agriculture and financial markets. Also, we put together a survey to see how the conflict is impacting farmer decisions. Find the survey here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/xshTkKw

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18850816 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 342 1 89 full false News for March 13, 2026 Today we finish up on our interviews with experts this week with an interview I had with Nate Donnay, Director of Dairy Market Insight at StoneX. Nate goes in depth on the February USDA milk production report, and looks ahead at what to expect for 2026 including an update on export markets. 

]]> Today we finish up on our interviews with experts this week with an interview I had with Nate Donnay, Director of Dairy Market Insight at StoneX. Nate goes in depth on the February USDA milk production report, and looks ahead at what to expect for 2026 including an update on export markets. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18796083 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 773 1 88 full false News for March 12, 2026 Today is our fourth installment in our week of experts episodes, Today we feature a visit I had recently with Tanner Ehmke, lead economist for grains and oilseeds at CoBank, about current commodity markets. Tanner provided great insight into the factors impacting corn and soybean markets both domestically and abroad. 

]]> Today is our fourth installment in our week of experts episodes, Today we feature a visit I had recently with Tanner Ehmke, lead economist for grains and oilseeds at CoBank, about current commodity markets. Tanner provided great insight into the factors impacting corn and soybean markets both domestically and abroad. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18795986 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1084 1 87 full false News for March 11, 2026 In our third installment of interviews with experts I visit with Will McKinley and Troy Schneider from the Menn Law Firm. They offer great insights and advice on what’s new for this year’s tax season and some great tips on how to make the necessary adjustments to be more efficient with your taxes this year and beyond. 

]]> In our third installment of interviews with experts I visit with Will McKinley and Troy Schneider from the Menn Law Firm. They offer great insights and advice on what’s new for this year’s tax season and some great tips on how to make the necessary adjustments to be more efficient with your taxes this year and beyond. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18795896 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 549 1 86 full false News for March 10, 2026 In our second interview with experts this week we visit with Terrel Platt, market analyst with CattleFax. Terrel gives some great insight into the current market situation and what cow calf producers and feedlot owners can expect going into 2026, and how demand will affect it all.

]]> In our second interview with experts this week we visit with Terrel Platt, market analyst with CattleFax. Terrel gives some great insight into the current market situation and what cow calf producers and feedlot owners can expect going into 2026, and how demand will affect it all.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18795812 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 754 1 85 full false News for March 9, 2026 We start our week of experts with an interview we did with Mike North back in January. Mike, who is with Ever.ag, provided great insight into the current status of the dairy market and what we can expect as we get into 2026.

]]> We start our week of experts with an interview we did with Mike North back in January. Mike, who is with Ever.ag, provided great insight into the current status of the dairy market and what we can expect as we get into 2026.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18795645 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 657 1 84 full false News for March 6, 2026 Focus today is on dairy federal milk marketing order prices, actually some bright spots in those reports. General ag news focuses on updates to the Farm Bill that passed the house recently, and finishing up with a quick update on how to manage money during the Middle East crisis. We wrapped with some news about programming for next week.

]]> Focus today is on dairy federal milk marketing order prices, actually some bright spots in those reports. General ag news focuses on updates to the Farm Bill that passed the house recently, and finishing up with a quick update on how to manage money during the Middle East crisis. We wrapped with some news about programming for next week.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18801258 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0600 346 1 83 full false News for March 5, 2026 Fluid milk sales continue to drop year over year, but whole milk is increasing and that starts this episode. We move over to beef markets and talk about pending legislation that would impact the meat packing industry. Our final segment looks at how the Iran conflict is impacting financial markets. 

]]> Fluid milk sales continue to drop year over year, but whole milk is increasing and that starts this episode. We move over to beef markets and talk about pending legislation that would impact the meat packing industry. Our final segment looks at how the Iran conflict is impacting financial markets. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18795576 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0600 393 1 82 full true News for March 4, 2026 Global Trade Markets are on the docket first today with a look at yesterday's auction. Top of mind is the Iran conflict, and we look at how fertilizer prices are going to change, along with the reaction from Wall Street. 

]]> Global Trade Markets are on the docket first today with a look at yesterday's auction. Top of mind is the Iran conflict, and we look at how fertilizer prices are going to change, along with the reaction from Wall Street. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18783060 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0600 297 1 81 full false News for March 3, 2026 Today we have one of our special episodes. I visited with Tanner Ehmke, lead economist for grains and oilseeds at CoBank, about current commodity markets. Tanner provided great insight into the factors impacting corn and soybean markets both domestically and abroad. 

]]> Today we have one of our special episodes. I visited with Tanner Ehmke, lead economist for grains and oilseeds at CoBank, about current commodity markets. Tanner provided great insight into the factors impacting corn and soybean markets both domestically and abroad. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18776084 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0600 1085 1 80 full false News for March 2, 2026 We start off the week with a look at butter and cheese markets, plus the global dairy production situation. We take a quick look at commodity markets before looking at how Wall Street has and will continue to react to the new Iranian conflict.

]]> We start off the week with a look at butter and cheese markets, plus the global dairy production situation. We take a quick look at commodity markets before looking at how Wall Street has and will continue to react to the new Iranian conflict.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18772228 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0600 393 1 79 full true News for February 27, 2026 Today we look at export numbers from the latest report from the US Dairy Export Council. Then we take a look at weather and the forecast of a wet start to March. We wrap up with financial news and how Wall Street fell off yesterday after tech stock worries.

]]> Today we look at export numbers from the latest report from the US Dairy Export Council. Then we take a look at weather and the forecast of a wet start to March. We wrap up with financial news and how Wall Street fell off yesterday after tech stock worries.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18756712 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 326 1 78 full false News for February 26, 2026 Today we take a deep dive into insurance programs for dairy producers, comparing DMC to DRP coverage. We also look at what making marketers in the beef market nervous, and where Wall Street is trading relative to the AI marketplace. 

]]> Today we take a deep dive into insurance programs for dairy producers, comparing DMC to DRP coverage. We also look at what making marketers in the beef market nervous, and where Wall Street is trading relative to the AI marketplace. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18747905 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 316 1 77 full true News for February 25, 2026 Today we take a look at beef markets and what is influencing a softer trade to start the week. We then turn attention to commodities and learn about how weather in South America could influence the U.S. market. Finally we wrap up with general financial news and the factors influencing marketing decisions. 

]]> Today we take a look at beef markets and what is influencing a softer trade to start the week. We then turn attention to commodities and learn about how weather in South America could influence the U.S. market. Finally we wrap up with general financial news and the factors influencing marketing decisions. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18741710 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 288 1 76 full false News for February 24, 2026 Today we have a special episode - an interview with Nate Donnay, Director of Dairy Market Insight at StoneX. Nate goes in depth on the most recent USDA milk production report, and looks ahead at what to expect for 2026 including an update on export markets. 

]]> Today we have a special episode - an interview with Nate Donnay, Director of Dairy Market Insight at StoneX. Nate goes in depth on the most recent USDA milk production report, and looks ahead at what to expect for 2026 including an update on export markets. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18732586 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 771 1 75 full false News for February 23, 2026 Today we take a quick look at a couple of USDA reports. First there's the milk production report, then we look at the cattle on feed report for an understanding of where markets have been. We finish up with how markets reacted to the new tariff situation. 

]]> Today we take a quick look at a couple of USDA reports. First there's the milk production report, then we look at the cattle on feed report for an understanding of where markets have been. We finish up with how markets reacted to the new tariff situation. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18728353 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 318 1 74 full false News for February 20, 2026 In today's news we start off with news on an Agropur expansion in South Dakota and Wisconsin. Then we review a crop acreage expectation report from CoBank, looking at more soybean acres and fewer corn acres going into 2026 planting. We wrap up with a look at the trade deficit and promising labor figures. 

]]> In today's news we start off with news on an Agropur expansion in South Dakota and Wisconsin. Then we review a crop acreage expectation report from CoBank, looking at more soybean acres and fewer corn acres going into 2026 planting. We wrap up with a look at the trade deficit and promising labor figures. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18713204 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 376 1 73 full true News for February 19, 2026 Today we get an update on federal milk marketing order class prices, then report on the latest Farm Bill text that was released last week. And we finish on Wall Street where tech stocks had a slight rebound as people figure out how AI is going to impact the economy. 

]]> Today we get an update on federal milk marketing order class prices, then report on the latest Farm Bill text that was released last week. And we finish on Wall Street where tech stocks had a slight rebound as people figure out how AI is going to impact the economy. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18707052 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 373 1 72 full false News for February 18, 2026 Today we have an interview episode, finishing up on the conversation I had with Dave Weaber from Terrain when I was at CattleCon a couple of weeks ago. Today Dave talks about the fed cattle side of the business, touches on other proteins and wraps up with an outlook for 2026. 

]]> Today we have an interview episode, finishing up on the conversation I had with Dave Weaber from Terrain when I was at CattleCon a couple of weeks ago. Today Dave talks about the fed cattle side of the business, touches on other proteins and wraps up with an outlook for 2026. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18700676 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 996 1 71 full false News for February 17, 2026 Today we cover a report on dairy commodities from Ted Jacoby, then look at where diesel is headed in the near future. We end with financial markets, looking at slim trading that happened yesterday. 

]]> Today we cover a report on dairy commodities from Ted Jacoby, then look at where diesel is headed in the near future. We end with financial markets, looking at slim trading that happened yesterday. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18693684 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 320 1 70 full false News for February 16, 2026 On today's episode we look at how the U.S. dairy industry is reacting to the new trade agreement with Argentina. Then we look at soybean and corn markets and how those could change if China starts getting involved. Finally we take a look at financial markets and how trepidation around AI is having far reaching affects on Wall Street. 

]]> On today's episode we look at how the U.S. dairy industry is reacting to the new trade agreement with Argentina. Then we look at soybean and corn markets and how those could change if China starts getting involved. Finally we take a look at financial markets and how trepidation around AI is having far reaching affects on Wall Street. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18688024 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 364 1 69 full false News for February 13, 2026 News today includes an update on corn and soybean exports and its impact on markets. We also look at beef markets and what we can look for in the months ahead. We end up with a short report on labor statistics. 

]]> News today includes an update on corn and soybean exports and its impact on markets. We also look at beef markets and what we can look for in the months ahead. We end up with a short report on labor statistics. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18671943 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 366 1 68 full false News for February 12, 2026 In this episode we take a deep dive into the latest WASDE report. We look at what the numbers were and how the markets reacted. We wrap up with financial news, looking at the latest labor market reports and the impact on interest rates.

]]> In this episode we take a deep dive into the latest WASDE report. We look at what the numbers were and how the markets reacted. We wrap up with financial news, looking at the latest labor market reports and the impact on interest rates.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18667212 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 343 1 67 full false News for February 11, 2026 We have a special episode for today. Last week at CattleCon I had the chance to interview Dave Weaber, senior research analyst at Terrain. He had some great insights into the status of the US beef market and what to look forward to for 2026. This is the first half of a two-part interview. 

]]> We have a special episode for today. Last week at CattleCon I had the chance to interview Dave Weaber, senior research analyst at Terrain. He had some great insights into the status of the US beef market and what to look forward to for 2026. This is the first half of a two-part interview. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18659816 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 903 1 66 full false News for February 10, 2026 In this episode we look at consumer spending for dairy products and the continued shift to private label brands. Then we look at the soybean market and what is going on in Brazil and China, then wrap it up with Super Bowl financials. 

]]> In this episode we look at consumer spending for dairy products and the continued shift to private label brands. Then we look at the soybean market and what is going on in Brazil and China, then wrap it up with Super Bowl financials. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18650290 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 375 1 65 full false News for February 9, 2026 We start the week off with a look at the latest GDT auction results and how they impact US dairy markets, then spend some time talking about President Trump's latest announcement about beef imports from Argentina. We wrap up with a look at how financial markets are evolving to understand how to invest in AI and tech companies. 

]]> We start the week off with a look at the latest GDT auction results and how they impact US dairy markets, then spend some time talking about President Trump's latest announcement about beef imports from Argentina. We wrap up with a look at how financial markets are evolving to understand how to invest in AI and tech companies. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18648553 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0600 355 1 64 full false News for February 6, 2026 In this episode we look at the depressing milk price reports from January, then look ahead at what to expect from Tuesday's WASDE report. We end up with more depressed news from Wall Street as tension grows around investments in the AI industry. 

]]> In this episode we look at the depressing milk price reports from January, then look ahead at what to expect from Tuesday's WASDE report. We end up with more depressed news from Wall Street as tension grows around investments in the AI industry. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18635169 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0600 387 1 63 full false News for February 5, 2026 Today we have a special edition of Chat BDC. I'm at NCBA's CattleCon event and I had the chance to talk with Terrel Platt, market analyst with CattleFax. Terrel gives some great insight into the current market situation and what cow calf producers and feedlot owners can expect going into 2026, and how demand will affect it all.

]]> Today we have a special edition of Chat BDC. I'm at NCBA's CattleCon event and I had the chance to talk with Terrel Platt, market analyst with CattleFax. Terrel gives some great insight into the current market situation and what cow calf producers and feedlot owners can expect going into 2026, and how demand will affect it all.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18628016 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 742 1 62 full false News for February 4, 2026 We start off looking at dairy export numbers and the surging exports of cheese and butter to help offset the rise in production. We then turn to the beef market and take a look at slaughter numbers through this year compared to last. Long story short, slaughter numbers and beef production are down significantly from last year, even though cattle are still getting bigger. We wrap up with a look at AI stocks where it's coming down to opportunities to turn profits with all of the investments. 

]]> We start off looking at dairy export numbers and the surging exports of cheese and butter to help offset the rise in production. We then turn to the beef market and take a look at slaughter numbers through this year compared to last. Long story short, slaughter numbers and beef production are down significantly from last year, even though cattle are still getting bigger. We wrap up with a look at AI stocks where it's coming down to opportunities to turn profits with all of the investments. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18619664 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 391 1 61 full false News for February 3, 2026 We start with a look at what happened to dairy demand when the big storm hit the U.S. a few weeks ago. Then we review what Iowa farmers said to a USDA trade representative during a recent visit, and end with the falloff in gold, silver and other commodities on news of the potential new Fed chair.

]]> We start with a look at what happened to dairy demand when the big storm hit the U.S. a few weeks ago. Then we review what Iowa farmers said to a USDA trade representative during a recent visit, and end with the falloff in gold, silver and other commodities on news of the potential new Fed chair.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18612196 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 275 1 60 full false News for February 2, 2026 Well there's a DMC payment coming from the train wreck that is dairy producer margins, and expect more to come in 2026. We also talk about the continued decline in beef cow numbers, but a potential bright spot in heifer retention numbers. We wrap up with a look at the potential new Fed chair.

]]> Well there's a DMC payment coming from the train wreck that is dairy producer margins, and expect more to come in 2026. We also talk about the continued decline in beef cow numbers, but a potential bright spot in heifer retention numbers. We wrap up with a look at the potential new Fed chair.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18607063 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 358 1 59 full false News for January 30, 2026 Today we offer a report on the speech delivered by IDFA President Michael Dykes at the Dairy Forum this week. We also look at how the declining dollar is impacting ag markets, and how a drop in tech stock valuations affected Wall Street.

]]> Today we offer a report on the speech delivered by IDFA President Michael Dykes at the Dairy Forum this week. We also look at how the declining dollar is impacting ag markets, and how a drop in tech stock valuations affected Wall Street.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18591434 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 366 1 58 full false News for January 29, 2026 Today we take a look at dairy cow slaughter rates and how it's impacting cow numbers. We also report on President Trump's comments about E15, and the news around the Fed leaving interest rates alone.

]]> Today we take a look at dairy cow slaughter rates and how it's impacting cow numbers. We also report on President Trump's comments about E15, and the news around the Fed leaving interest rates alone.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18587052 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 301 1 57 full false News for January 28, 2026 The latest USDA milk production report is out and, shocking, milk production continues to scream upward. More cows, more milk per cow drives the increase. In beef news, the cold weather likely slowed the drive of the Newworld Screwworm toward the US. And on Wall Street the S&P 500 had another record day.

]]> The latest USDA milk production report is out and, shocking, milk production continues to scream upward. More cows, more milk per cow drives the increase. In beef news, the cold weather likely slowed the drive of the Newworld Screwworm toward the US. And on Wall Street the S&P 500 had another record day.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18580555 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 316 1 56 full false News for January 27, 2026 We start with a report from CoBank on protein demand and how it's affecting dairy markets. Then we go through a commodity market report and finish up with a Wall Street update and reactions to political events. 

]]> We start with a report from CoBank on protein demand and how it's affecting dairy markets. Then we go through a commodity market report and finish up with a Wall Street update and reactions to political events. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18575317 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 321 1 55 full false News for January 26, 2026 We start with updates to Federal Milk Order prices and a fluid demand outlook. Then we review the cattle on feed report, and finish with a report on the skyrocketing gold market. 

]]> We start with updates to Federal Milk Order prices and a fluid demand outlook. Then we review the cattle on feed report, and finish with a report on the skyrocketing gold market. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18568397 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 288 1 54 full false News for January 23, 2026 Today we look at results from the Global Trade Auction, and updates on USDA's response to the New World Screwworm. We finish up with job market updates. 

]]> Today we look at results from the Global Trade Auction, and updates on USDA's response to the New World Screwworm. We finish up with job market updates. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18554048 Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 320 1 53 full false News for January 22, 2026 Today we talk about the impact of having whole milk in schools will do to demand and eventually prices, then take a look at commodity markets. Finally we dive into President Trump's update on activities relating to Greenland.

]]> Today we talk about the impact of having whole milk in schools will do to demand and eventually prices, then take a look at commodity markets. Finally we dive into President Trump's update on activities relating to Greenland.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18550846 Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 299 1 52 full false News for January 21, 2026 We have another great interview for you, this time it's a conversation with Dr. Marin Bozic. He offers some great insight into existing dairy insurance programs and risk management opportunities, plus information on new programs on the horizon.

]]> We have another great interview for you, this time it's a conversation with Dr. Marin Bozic. He offers some great insight into existing dairy insurance programs and risk management opportunities, plus information on new programs on the horizon.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18541671 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 894 1 51 full false News for January 20, 2026 Today we look at an update to federal milk market order pricing, then an update on commodity prices. We finish with the impact potential tariffs on the EU could have on financial markets. 

]]> Today we look at an update to federal milk market order pricing, then an update on commodity prices. We finish with the impact potential tariffs on the EU could have on financial markets. 

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18536460 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 313 1 50 full false News for January 16, 2026 Some new content and a new format for everyone today! Yesterday I was at the Dairy Strong conference, put on by the Dairy Business Association in Green Bay, Wisconsin. I had the chance to chat with Mike North from Ever.ag about the current state of the dairy economy. Have a listen to this great interview!

]]> Some new content and a new format for everyone today! Yesterday I was at the Dairy Strong conference, put on by the Dairy Business Association in Green Bay, Wisconsin. I had the chance to chat with Mike North from Ever.ag about the current state of the dairy economy. Have a listen to this great interview!

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18517342 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 673 1 49 full false News for January 15, 2026 We take a look at Dairy Margin Coverage forecast for 2026, plus status of soybean markets going into the New Year. We end with a look at consumer spending trends as of the last government report.

]]> We take a look at Dairy Margin Coverage forecast for 2026, plus status of soybean markets going into the New Year. We end with a look at consumer spending trends as of the last government report.

]]> Mike Opperman Buzzsprout-18510775 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 285 1 48 full false News for January 14, 2026 We start with a look at margin forecasts for dairy producers, then revisit the WASDE report for corn and soybeans. We finish with a look at Wall Street and a record day for the S&P 500.

]]> We start with a look at margin forecasts for dairy producers, then revisit the WASDE report for corn and soybeans. We finish with a look at Wall Street and a record day for the S&P 500.

]]> Mike Buzzsprout-18504795 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0600 380 1 47 full true