Agricultural markets closed Friday showing stability on the surface — but underneath, pressure is quietly building. In today’s Boots & Bushels, we break down the full market picture using Friday’s official settlements.Corn held supp...

Soybeans are moving on China demand expectations — but weak exports and falling farm income are telling a different story. Is agriculture stabilizing, or is financial pressure building beneath the surface?In today’s Boots & Bushels:...

Soybeans moved today after renewed China demand signals shook the grain markets. In today’s Boots & Bushels, we break down why soybean futures pushed higher, how China demand could impact corn and the broader grain complex, and what farmers...

Agricultural markets looked calm — but that calm may be misleading.In today’s Boots & Bushels episode, we break down why quiet grain trade, surging livestock markets, and firm energy prices are creating hidden risk across ...

Grain markets are starting the week sitting at critical decision points, with corn, soybeans, and Chicago wheat all trading near levels that could shape the next move. Prices aren’t panicking, but they’re not comfortable either — and that tensi...

Grain, livestock, and energy markets traded near key levels Thursday as futures markets struggled to find clear direction late in the session. Corn, soybeans, and wheat hovered near recent ranges, while cattle markets remained supported by tigh...

Grain markets softened today as corn, soybeans, and wheat all finished lower, while livestock markets continued to show strength. Live cattle and lean hogs both moved higher, and crude oil firmed again — a potential warning sign for rising spri...

Live cattle held strong into the weekend as USDA confirmed tighter feedlot inventories, while corn growers took a hit on year-round E15 policy.In today’s Boots & Bushels, we break down:• Corn, soybean, and wheat fut...

A massive winter storm is about to slam farm country with heavy snow, dangerous ice accumulation, and brutal winds — and producers have one more day to prepare.In today’s episode of Boots & Bushels, we break down exactly w...

A major winter storm is set to sweep across U.S. farm country this weekend, bringing heavy snow, ice, brutal cold, and serious impacts on livestock, travel, and grain movement. In today’s Boots & Bushels, we break down the storm forecast an...

A major winter storm is shaping up to move across the Plains and Midwest later this week, with heavy snow, strong winds, and dangerously cold temperatures that could stress livestock, disrupt grain movement, and delay deliveries across farm cou...

Today on Boots and Bushels, we break down the latest futures settlements and take a deeper dive into what the newest USDA WASDE report really means for farmers and ranchers.Corn prices continue to struggle under the weight of ...

Corn futures took a hard hit today, dropping nearly 25 cents after a major surprise from the USDA — while livestock markets continue to hold strong.In today’s Boots and Bushels market update, we break down:• Why the USD...

Markets delivered a quieter close today, but the real story isn’t the day-to-day price move — it’s how agriculture is positioning for what comes next. Grain futures eased slightly while livestock showed strength, and beneath the surface produce...

As the calendar turns, the markets aren’t making big moves — but they are sending signals. Grain futures finished mostly steady, livestock held up better than grains, and the bigger story is how producers, lenders, and agribusinesses are positi...

As the calendar turns toward a new year, agricultural markets are starting to shift their focus away from daily price swings and toward the bigger decisions that will shape 2026. In today’s Boots and Bushels episode, we break down Friday’s CME ...

Grain markets ended the session steady but undecided, with corn and soybeans holding their ground while traders wait for clearer demand signals. Wheat continues to work toward stability, and livestock markets finished mixed as near-term pressur...

Grain markets ended the day steady to higher, while live and feeder cattle finished lower, as traders weighed supply, demand, and timing across the board. In today’s Boots and Bushels episode, we break down closing prices for corn, soybeans, wh...

Soybean futures saw a sharp weekly drop, leaving many producers asking what actually changed. In this episode of Boots and Bushels, we break down why soybeans fell nearly 30 cents in a single week — without a major headline, USDA report, or dem...

Thursday’s market action showed steady corn prices, weaker soybeans, wheat attempting to stabilize, softer cattle markets, a rally in lean hogs, and continued pressure in Class III milk. In this episode of Boots and Bushels, we break down the l...

Wednesday’s markets closed with a split tone across agriculture. Corn held its ground on steady demand, soybeans slipped again under export pressure, and wheat continued to trend lower as global supplies weighed on prices. In livestock, live ca...

Grain markets eased lower on Tuesday, with corn, soybeans, and wheat continuing to trade quietly as winter settles in and producers shift focus from harvest to planning.In today’s Boots and Bushels episode, we break down Tuesd...

Corn, soybeans, and wheat drifted lower to start the week, while live cattle and feeder cattle held firm and hogs slipped back as winter weather tightened its grip across the Midwest.In today’s Boots and Bushels episode, we br...

In today’s Boots & Bushels episode, we’re breaking down how the markets wrapped up the week and what producers are waking up to this Monday morning. Grain prices drifted lower on Friday, with corn and soybeans easing back and wheat staying ...

In today’s Boots & Bushels morning rundown, we’re talking steady markets and a chilly winter start. Corn and soybeans inched a little higher, wheat picked up a bit of strength, and cattle held firm as packers stayed tight on supply. Hogs we...