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19 Minutes Podcast In this episode, Chris talks with market analyst Joe Vaclavik during a critical planting window across the Corn Belt. They dive into planting progress, potential acreage shifts, and why the markets aren't reacting to early season delays. Joe offers insights on basis trends, interest rates, and how weather and policy could shift m…
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19 Minutes PodcastIn this special “Dad’s Wisdom” episode of the Ag View Pitch, Chris sits down with Paul Neiffer—CPA, ag tax expert, and lifelong farmer—to explore a lifetime of lessons from the tractor seat to the tax office. Paul reflects on growing up on steep hillsides in Washington, raising four boys, building a successful career in agricultur…
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In this Ag View Pitch episode, Chris and Jeff Fichtelman dive into planting progress across the Eastern and Central Corn Belt, with updates from Ohio to Iowa. They discuss how fast farmers are moving, the challenges with weather forecasts, and the importance of spreading out planting windows. The conversation covers market expectations, the lack of…
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19 Minutes Podcast Join Mark Welch, a grain marketing specialist from Texas A&M, as he converses with Chris in this week’s market outlook. They kick off by discussing planting progress, focusing on the varied conditions across regions: some areas are exceedingly wet, while others remain dry amid persistent cool temperatures. The forecast suggests a…
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https://19-minutes.supercast.com/In this conversation, Chris Barron and Josie Rudolphi discuss the critical issue of mental health in the agricultural sector. They explore the various stressors that farmers face, including financial pressures, family dynamics, and the stigma surrounding mental health. Josie shares insights from her research on the …
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19 Minutes Podcast Join Jarod Creed and Chris in this week's market outlook episode as they delve into the effects of tariffs on commodity markets. The discussion broadens to include external markets, notably stocks and energy, emphasizing ongoing extreme volatility across sectors. Jarod highlights the resilience of the corn market amid tariff-rela…
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19 Minutes Podcast In this episode, Troy Deutmeyer, Pioneer Field Agronomist joins Chris to discuss essential economic factors for a successful planting season. They begin by emphasizing the critical nature of optimal soil conditions to minimize compaction. The conversation shifts to soil temperature, advising not to worry about temperatures reachi…
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19 Minutes Podcast Chris has an insightful conversation with Chad Hart, Extension Economist with Iowa State University in this episode of The Ag View Pitch. They commence their discussion by examining the USDA's March 31 report and its predictions for planted acre estimates, emphasizing the likelihood of corn acres exceeding +94 million which will …
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19 Minutes PodcastIn this week's Ag View Pitch, Jarod Creed from JC Ag Financial Services and Jeremy Doetch discussed the volatility in corn, soybean, wheat, and cattle markets, highlighting key factors like uncertain interest rates, planting intentions, and ending stocks. They emphasized the need for farmers to stay informed and adapt to changing …
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https://19-minutes.supercast.com/ Optimistic discussion with Joe Vaclavik and Andy Hruby around markets and potential opportunities with tight global corn balance sheet, lack of soybean acres and tariff impacts. How these things are shaping up for the current marketing year as we approach planting season leading to the conversation of is this the y…
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Steve Georgy, President of Allendale, Inc and Jeremy Doetch discussed how tariffs continue to impact trade and pricing, leading to adjustments in the corn market. An acreage shift is underway as farmers respond to market signals, meanwhile, the cattle industry remains resilient, supported by strong demand. To navigate these complex market dynamics,…
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19 Minutes PodcastIn this episode of The Ag View Pitch, Paul Neiffer joins Chris to provide updates on key governmental topics. They begin by discussing the beneficial ownership information report, which requires registration at fincen.gov by March 21. The conversation then shifts to President Trump's push for a permanent tax cut extension and the …
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19 Minutes Podcast In this week's episode of the Weekly Market Outlook, Jeff Fichtelman joins Chris to discuss the current agricultural landscape. They explore the projected increase in corn acreage, with estimates ranging from 95 to 97 million acres, indicating a strong shift toward corn. The conversation highlights the challenges of soybean profi…
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https://19-minutes.supercast.com/ Jeremy Doetch is joined by Greg McBride - Director of Brokerage from Allendale. They discuss grain markets, highlighting key risks, weather impacts, and opportunities for 2025. They explore strategies for selling into rallies and protecting profits, emphasizing risk management in a volatile market.…
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In this episode of “The Ag View Pitch,” Chris talks with Jim McCormick of AgMarket.Net about the funds’ long position, especially in the corn market, potential threats of the Trump tariffs, and the recent rally and corn impact. They also discuss the likelihood that oil prices will likely stay steady and practical considerations for farmers to think…
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In this episode of "The Ag View Pitch," Pete Meyer and Chris discuss the halted tariffs and their minimal impact on market movement, noting that funds maintaining a long position have recently boosted markets. They explore potential price ranges for corn and soybeans, highlighting the need to monitor U.S. trade, Brazil's weather, energy prices, and…
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Shay talks with Steve Johnson and Jarod Creed on pre-harvest marketing utilizing crop insurance revenue guarantees, and answers key questions we often get asked. Be sure to check out the YouTube video and email [email protected] for the Simple Insurance CalculatorYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/Z_yAYkXZl_8?si=x9c6Oqf0KVy35zEr…
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In this week's market outlook, Iowa State University economist Chad Hart joins Chris to discuss the recent rally in the corn market, farmer sentiment, and the profitability opportunities at current price levels. They also explore the impact of basis levels, strategies for capitalizing on price opportunities, and the importance of setting market off…
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In this episode of The Ag View Pitch, host Paul Neiffer sits down with Mike Finley at the 2025 Executive Business Conference in Florida. Together, they delve into strategies for farmers to diversify their wealth beyond the farm. Mike shares actionable advice on investing in low-cost index funds, setting up retirement accounts, and leveraging financ…
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In this episode of The Ag View Pitch, host Paul Niefer sits down with Ben Gordon from Fractal at the 2025 Executive Business Conference. They dive into the complexities of farmland investment, discussing both the challenges and opportunities in today’s agricultural landscape. From cash flow struggles and interest rate impacts to the long-term bulli…
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In this episode of The Ag View Pitch, Joe Vaclavik fills in for Chris to host a discussion with Jarod Creed and Peter Meyer from the Ag View Executive Business Conference in Florida, diving into the latest trends in grain markets, crop insurance strategies, and agricultural demand. The team breaks down the recent rally in corn prices, explores the …
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In this episode, Brent Judisch from P&K Equipment joins Chris to discuss current pricing trends for tractors, sprayers, combines, planters, and tillage equipment. Brent highlights the most economical purchase options and evaluates the value of equipment at various ages. They also explore the benefits of leasing versus purchasing, noting that recent…
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Shay talks with Paul Bergschneider about the benefits of having a part-time CFO as a key decision-maker in your operation, and when it might be time to consider bringing someone like that into your Strategic Resource Team. They also discuss what services a farm may not be good at handling internally, and would elevate their business from an outside…
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Matt Bennett with Agmarket.net and Andy Hruby have a conversation around the recent rally and sell off we saw Friday Jan 3. Matt gives a recap on what led this rally and what concerns his team sees moving forward. Opportunities in marketing strategies are present, how and why producers may want to consider them to help find ways to be profitable in…
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In this episode, Chris is joined by three expert guests on the topic of farm financials. Paul Neiffer “The Farm CPA”, Jarod Creed with JC Ag Financial, and Paul Schrader Chief Credit Officer with Kerndt Bros. Bank in Cedar Rapids Iowa. This conversation is a deep dive into the financial challenges that agriculture faces as we head into 2025. Each g…
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Jeff Fichtelman visits with Chris in the final 2024 Market Outlook episode. Jeff points 3 key marketing lessons learned in 2024 and explains how those lessons can be used as opportunities throughout 2025. If you’d like to reach out to Jeff Fichtelman directly: [email protected]
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Paul Neiffer the farm CPA joints Chris for some Breaking News! Both the House and Senate have passed the continuing resolution with the expectation that President Biden will be signing the bill yet today. This bill provides $30.78 Billion of aid to farmers. Paul goes on to explain some of the details by crop, both from the disaster and the economic…
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Jim McCormick with AgMarket.Net visits with Chris in this week's episode. Jim revisits last week’s USDA report. He talks through the positive numbers for corn while at the same time recognizing the potential upper limits for price action. The conversation goes on to include discussions around ethanol, South American weather, and the Trump administr…
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Dan Uppena, US Sales Lead for Corteva Biologicals visits with Chris in this episode. Dan and Chris discuss how the implementation of biologicals even in a low margin environment could make a big difference to the bottom-line profitability of your operation. Chris questions Dan on a number of topics around the differentiating factors that Corteva of…
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Duane Lowry visits with Chris this week’s market outlook. Chris and Duane discuss Tuesday’s USDA monthly supply and demand report along with the recent strength in the corn market. Duane cautions everyone about not being too optimistic on where price levels could go. He points out some of the threats that could challenge commodity prices in the wee…
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Jarod Creed visits with Chris and this weeks market outlook. The markets continue to provide little if any profit margin. As we sit around and wait for pricing opportunities, we must consider the potential for continue downside risk both in old and new crop. Jarod provides perspective on several market conditions to pay attention to in the conversa…
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Angie Setzer of Consus Ag Consulting joins Andy Hruby to talk about her conversations and feedback from Brazilian farmers and how things are going from their perspective. The topic of year end rewards in basis and marketing opportunities. Key things to keep in mind in the corn market as we approach year end. We address the bear soybean market and h…
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Today Joe Paulson and Jeff Fichtelman have a discussion on all things marketing. They discuss the impact of political winds changing in DC, burdensome global soybean supplies, corn demand, as well as lessons from past cycles and how knowing your numbers is an evergreen tactic to navigate volatile markets.…
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This is the 3rd and final part and final steps in the process to be completed in January and/or February: Finish the "5 ratios every farmer needs to know" when year-end income statement is completed. Review the Loan Renewal/New Checklist to aid in State of the Farm address. Send your lender the Lenders Questionnaire. Fill out the State of the Farm …
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Mark Welch Marketing Extension with Texas A&M visits with Chris in this week’s Market Outlook. Mark updates the yield reduction in last week’s WASDE report and explains we still have a large inventory with an uncertain demand picture moving forward. Mark also gives some price perspectives and points out the importance of analyzing your cash flow ne…
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In this episode we cover the three steps in December and January after machinery is put away: Complete a Fair Market Value balance sheet at or as close to year end as possible. Start working through the "5 ratios every farmer needs to know". Compete a debt schedule that lists ALL debt and capital leases.…
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Jim McCormick with AgMarket.Net visits with Chris in this week's market outlook. Jim and Chris discuss harvest results for both corn and soybeans as the season is getting closer to wrapping up. They go on to discuss 2024 stored bushels and some of the marketing scenarios to consider as we move toward the end of the year and into 2025. They continue…
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Peter Meyer visits with Chris in this week’s episode. The discussion begins with Pete explaining the contrast between a Harris administration versus a Trump administration. Both administrations have their pros and cons for agriculture and future commodity prices. The balance of the conversation revolves around the impact of a poor demand situation.…
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Joe Vaclavik with Standard Grain visits with Chris in this week's episode. Joe and Chris discuss harvest progress and the pressure that it’s putting on basis levels. They go on to talk about the following topics: The Funds Chinese demand Inflation. The bright spot of ethanol demand Storing 2024 crop - corn versus soybeans Current and future marketi…
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Jim McCormick with AgMarket.Net visits with Chris in this weeks episode. They begin the conversation discussing a fast paced harvest with a lack of price pressure yet to this point. However, as we get deeper into harvest, we could see eventual price pressure on top of basis pressure. Jim also talks about Fund positioning currently and some of the p…
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Brian Splitt with AgMarket.Net visits with Chris in this episode. Brian explains the technical details that he is watching currently for corn and soybeans. He goes on to explain some price ranges that could be selling opportunities during the month of October and beyond. His price ranges are not recommendations, however areas that should be watched…
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Chad Hart, Iowa State extension marketing specialist visits with Chris in this week's episode. Chad and Chris talk about some of the early harvest results and what big yields in many areas could mean to the markets. They go onto to discuss various fundamentals in the markets that we will need to watch closely as we market the 2024 crop. Some of the…
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