Skills and discipline are key to managing futures and basis risk in an inverse. Separating the decisions to market futures and basis is the first step. Understanding the odds of success for each position is a key second component

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We get a planting update from one local producer and get the latest details on the Nebraska Beef Passport as well as some upcoming tractor safety training sessions offered by Nebraska Extension and UNMC. Heartland Farm Partners President Jeff Peterson joins us in s...

This week on Market Journal
We get planting updates from one local producer.
May is Beef Month, hear how the Nebraska Department of Agriculture is trying to expand Nebraska's beef industry. Barchart Senior Analyst Darin Newsom joins us for the latest on the grain markets. Bill Boyer has our week...

Welcome to this week's episode of Cattle Call with Brad Kooima, where we dive into the world of cattle trade and prices.

In this episode, we take a look at the recent meltdown in trade, discussing the FED talks on Wednesday, southern trade on cattle, and a drop in the open interest.

As we all...

Every five years congress hashes out, argues about, and then releases a new and revised Farm Bill. At least that is what’s supposed to happen, although it may not happen for the 2023 version. Paul Neiffer, the Farm CPA, joins Damian to explain the current Farm Bill, predict what’s in the new vers...

Today we go through one example of how coordinating your cropping and merchandising plan can unlock value

On this week's Cattle Call, Brad Kooima with Kooima, Kooima, Varilek looks at the more extensive kills, not much packer reactions, and a market that shows some dynamic talk of selling cattle.

Cash is on fire this week with the producer once again in the driver's seat.

Brad Kooima with Kooima Kooima Varilek said we are in new all-time highs for the cash and futures market. Tight numbers to the north and the packers are talking kill cuts.

Much of American Agriculture is predicted to have a prosperous 2023. But there are concerns. Commodity prices are high but so are inputs. Exports set a record last year but geopolitical strife is simmering on the verge of boiling over. What’s the future hold for Ag? Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodit...

Administration and hedging cost can add up for your buyer. Group you sales in sufficient size to share in the efficiency benefit

With producers passing on bids, now is the time for producers to see the benefits of the industry.

On this week's Cattle Call, Brad Kooima with Kooima Kooima Varilek looks at sale barn movement and bids with a strong up trend in the market.

We get an update on the state of hemp in the state of Nebraska and see what's new in the 2023 UNL TAPS Competition. We take you out to the 2023 Eastern Soil Health conference to get some insights on crop rotations and intensification. Plus, we've got the latest on the livestock markets and weather.

As spring fieldwork gets underway across the country, what grain marketing strategies should your operation consider this year?

Darin Fessler of Lakefront Futures and Options and Doug Simon of Tredas break down the current market and what’s important for producers to consider.

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The Amazon effect is coming to Agriculture. In fact, it’s already here. If you need something on your farm, chances are you can order it up on your smart phone and have it by the end of the week. Even chemicals, seed, and fertilizer. But will Ag retail go away? Not likely, given the proximity, re...

This week we're coming to you from downtown Lincoln as we get an inside look at the 2023 Nebraska State FFA Convention. Land values in Nebraska continue to rise. UNL Ag Systems Economist Jim Jansen shares the latest numbers with us. We also have the latest updates on the markets and weather. Plus...

All indications are, money is going to be blowing into Agriculture from a myriad of sources over the next year, largely in the form of environmentalism. Is this trend for real? Will the funds come from a new Farm Bill? Are corporate players truly investing in Ag or just covering their tales in th...

Cattle manure can improve soil health and provide yield stability and reliability. Manure contains an abundance of macro and micronutrients that are essential for plant growth. However, to achieve a sustainable and reliable yield, it's important to optimize the use of both manure and inorganic fe...

This week, we caught up with one of our regular cattle market analysts.

We traveled out to Briggs' feedyard near Seward,Nebraska on Wednesday to get Mike Briggs take on the cattle complex.

Natural markets to your operation are relatively few. Build relationships with your buyers. You want to be the one that gets that call when a strong basis comes for filling an emergency need. When challenges arrive, you want a partner in a solution.

If you're new to the marketing game, it can seem intimidating at times. At this year's women in ag event, Britany Wondercheck, also known to her followers as "The Farm Girl Next Door", led a workshop titled take the intimidation out of grain marketing.

Earlier this year the Market Journal team ...

We’ve seen the grain markets have been active lately, leading to numerous questions for grain producers.

Market analysts Darin Newsom of Darin Newsom Analysis and Wade Stevens of Agriculture Risk Consulting (ARC) Group join us today Grain IQ to discuss the recent movements in the markets.

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North American Agriculture has benefited greatly by China’s rise during the last couple decades. But, as you’ve heard, all good things must come to an end and in this case, the end might not end well. Tensions between China and the west — particularly the United States — have ramped up. And frank...