Trade
USDA expects larger pork supplies in 2026 as exports remain strong despite lower hog price forecasts.
Shaun Haney joins us to discuss falling diesel prices, implications for farm operating costs, and ongoing discussions surrounding fuel pricing policies.
Industry experts say land values have remained resilient, but fertilizer costs and geopolitical uncertainty continue to challenge producers.
American Soybean Association’s Jamie Beyer joins us to discuss USMCA, soybean trade stability, export market challenges, and the outlook for U.S. agriculture ahead of the upcoming review.
For farmers and ranchers, the biggest near-term pieces are in the safety net.
Strong cattle prices continue as USDA monitors the impact of New World screwworm along the southern border.
USDA says corn shipments slowed from the previous week, while wheat and soybean inspections topped year-ago levels.
Higher transportation costs through the Gulf are adding another cost consideration for grain exporters and producers.
Higher milk supplies are being met with strong export demand, though rising costs continue to pressure producers.
RealAg Radio host Shaun Haney joins us to discuss the debate over a potential Canada-Mercosur trade agreement.
Farm leaders say renewing the trade agreement is critical to protecting agricultural exports to Canada and Mexico.
Secretary Brooke Rollins says expanding export markets remains a key priority for strengthening the U.S. farm economy.
The average age of covered barges also rose to 18 years, compared with 13 years from 2012 through 2016.
Lewis Williamson with HTS Commodities joins us to discuss U.S. crop conditions, key market factors influencing the growing season, and potential opportunities and hurdles for agricultural trade moving forward.
The administration says unfrozen Iranian assets would be used to purchase U.S. soybeans, corn and wheat.
A smaller U.S. ag trade deficit may look like progress, but UT Extension economist Andrew Muhammed says the reason behind the change matters for farmers.
Imports
Ben Pratt with The Mosaic Company joins us to discuss sulfur market disruptions, fertilizer production challenges, global supply chain impacts, and implications for farmers planning future input needs.
Stratovation Group says biologicals are becoming more integrated into crop production decisions.
Fred Nichols with HUMA joins us to discuss foliar fungicide adoption trends and application timing for the current growing season.
Exports
The USDA says the transition will be phased in over time, with support for affected employees.
Farm financial stress can affect more than a balance sheet when markets weaken, and costs stay high. A 2026 Southern Extension Committee update says many operations are cutting expenses, restructuring debt, and seeking additional income.
RealAg Radio host Shaun Haney joins us to discuss the USMCA review process and the current dynamics shaping North American agricultural trade relations.