Chris Barron and Duane Lowry discuss this weeks upcoming USDA October Report and the possible impacts on the markets moving forward. They also discuss the upcoming US/China talks that will be held on Thursday of this week. Additional conversation on corn/soy fundamental and technical considerations and how basis may be affected by these factors. Other topics include yield reports, insurance price discovery during October, and the impacts of weather on the market in the week ahead. Enjoy!
Oct 06, 2019•41 min
Join us in our Dad's Wisdom Series as we talk with Tom Husnik, a lifelong mentor and father figure to Chris. Tom has a very compelling story from his youth growing up on a farm with a family who was well diversified even back in the 1960's. Chris and Tom then discuss what Tom learned from his many years as a Pioneer account manager and the wisdom he would like to pass on to today's farmers. Chris provides highlights of the important things that Tom taught him over the years. Enjoy!!
Oct 05, 2019•41 min
Chris talks with Mark Welch, Grain Marketing Economist at Texas A&M and the Director of TEPAP. They outline how working on your business, and not in your business, and how The Executive Program for Agricultural Producers (TEPAP) , sets you up for success and really takes your business to the next level. If you'd like to hear a personal testimony on the benefits of attending TEPAP, please reach out to us at cbarron@agviewsolutions.com or call Chris Barron at (319)533-5703. Enjoy!...
Oct 03, 2019•37 min
Shay and Brent Judisch of P&K Midwest discuss things you may be forgetting heading into Harvest 2019. Enjoy!
Oct 03, 2019•23 min
There's a lot going on during harvest, and marketing often times takes a back seat. Chris and Duane explain why it should probably be in the "buddy seat" in the combine, instead. Watch or listen in for 10 Fall Marketing Tips, and listen in for other marketing advice agricultural perspective on the Ag View Pitch . You can always contact us at agviewpitch@gmail.com , cbarron@agviewsolutions.com , and duanel@netins.net . Our website is agviewsolutions.com , and you can also find us on Facebook . En...
Oct 02, 2019•54 min
In today's episode Chris and Duane discuss pertinent information for farmers as we move into the week ahead. They talk on Quarterly Stocks Report, basis, technical trends for the week ahead, demand and the positions that large funds are holding, and early yield results. These are all things to keep in mind, providing a perspective for the farmers moving into the first week of October. Enjoy!
Sep 29, 2019•39 min
Part 2 of our Dad's Wisdom series, here we offer insight into why those we have been interviewing are interested in Dad's Wisdom and why it is so important to family and friends. The love between Father and Son truly shines through here, and we think this is a truly unique perspective on the father-son relationship in farming. Enjoy!
Sep 28, 2019•21 min
This 2 part podcast in the Dad's Wisdom Series starts with the traditional format of talking with the father in a farming operation in North Central Iowa, and their unique story to getting where they are today, providing some wisdom and advice along the way. The second part was taped at the same time, and highlights why the son, Dave, wanted to hear his father speak on his wisdom and to tell his story. This is a two-part you won't want to miss! Enjoy.
Sep 28, 2019•38 min
Shay has an awesome conversation with Sam Goldberg, Producer of Silo, a grain entrapment story that outlines the family, community, and mental health dynamics of rural agriculture today. There is so much to be learned in this area, and we are thrilled Sam and his incredible team put this independent film together. You can learn more about it at silothefilm.com , by emailing Sam at sam@silothefilm.com and by checking out their Facebook Page . Enjoy!...
Sep 26, 2019•20 min
Shay talks with area Manager Cara Meteer on harvest in Missouri, and how things are there starting early on. They discuss early yields, how they may change throughout the season, and how harvest feels compared to expectations.
Sep 25, 2019•16 min
Chris and Duane discuss crop conditions, the "demand" narrative in the market, basis opportunities, and wet weather
Sep 22, 2019•36 min
Shay talks with Strategic Account Manager Russell French on harvest rolling in his 6 state area, and how things look where the water shut off vs. irrigated land. Optimism and Positivity for growers down South. Enjoy!
Sep 21, 2019•14 min
Chris talks with first generation farmer Mark Schaffer from Norwalk, Ohio. After high school Mark started an excavation business with a backhoe and a dump truck in 1977. Today the excavation business employees over 80 people and is run by Mark's son. During that time Mark simultaneously built his farm operation from the ground up and farms around 6000 acres of soybeans, wheat and intercrop soy and wheat with his daughter. Vision, dedication, hard work, giving back to the community and his faith ...
Sep 18, 2019•41 min
Duane Lowry discusses market outlook, while Brad Downing offers an exceptional summary he is hearing regarding production outlook and yield reports from across the country.
Sep 16, 2019•39 min
Chris and Duane break down the information from the September 12th USDA Report and what it might all mean in both corn and soybeans
Sep 12, 2019•36 min
Chris and Duane discuss the possibilities of where we go from here on prices for corn and soybeans as we head towards Thursday's September 12th USDA report
Sep 08, 2019•32 min
Chris talks with California boy turned Iowa farmer Howard Hill. Howard is an Iowa pork producer, beef producer, row crop farmer and veterinarian. Chris discusses with Howard his journey all the way from California to the farm fields of Iowa and the challenges and opportunities that he and his family have dealt with along the way. Some of the topics include his endeavors with the livestock industry, being the CEO of a large business, purchasing land along the way and today being active in trade n...
Sep 08, 2019•30 min
Chris talks with Illinois farmer Mark Rust and his wife Laura about the challenges of losing both their fathers at a young age in their farming career and growing their business during some scary times. As a 23 year old farmer, Mark and Laura talk about how they grew their operation over the years and today farm with their 2 sons as they look at transitioning the operation and helping in to continue to grow.
Sep 02, 2019•25 min
Chris talks with agronomist Eric Zumbach about current crop conditions and some of the agronomic challenges as corn and soybeans move towards the end of the growing season. What might an early end to the season (frost) mean for yields?
Aug 31, 2019•25 min
Chris and Duane discuss possible market stabilization in both corn and soybeans, basis, and what possible direction does the market go from here?
Aug 30, 2019•23 min
In today's special edition podcast, Shay interviews a Farm Manager and a Master Roaster at Kona Joes Coffee on the Big Island of Hawaii. They discuss every aspect of coffee production, from planting, to fertility, and roasting. If you enjoy a cup of coffee occasionally, or rely on it day in and day out to make your operation run, you won't want to miss this. This is our longest episode yet, and is chuck full of interesting information. Listen all the way through to hear how coffee production and...
Aug 28, 2019•1 hr 59 min
In this special edition podcast, Chris has a discussion with a very important farmer in his life , his father-in-law! Chris and Dean discuss the challenges of purchasing land, the importance of a father's support, your relationship with your lender, and growing your operation. Chris and Dean also discuss the importance of cashflow and dealing with the stresses associated with difficult times. Dean was a pioneer in his area beginning to strip till in 1986. They continue this practice today and ha...
Aug 24, 2019•45 min
After last week's disappointing USDA report, Chris and Duane discuss some of the dynamics ahead in the market as we go into a new week including crop conditions, weather, demand, basis levels and the Pro Farmer crop tour.
Aug 18, 2019•34 min
Chris and Brian Grete, who is the Pro Farmer Midwest Crop Tour Eastern leg leader, discuss the tour's methodology and some of the challenges they will deal with on the tour this year.
Aug 17, 2019•25 min
Chris and Matt Jungmann discuss some of the technology, new equipment, field demonstrations and educational offerings which will bring a phenomenal opportunity to your operation. Be sure to mark your calendar and tune into this podcast for lots of great information!
Aug 14, 2019•25 min
Chris and Duane break down the results of the report today and discuss what these results might mean moving forward.
Aug 12, 2019•37 min
IT'S FINALLY HERE!! Listen to Chris and Duane talk about where it all may lead. Enjoy!
Aug 11, 2019•52 min
In this special edition podcast, Jerry and Chris discuss purchasing land and growing the operation with little equity. When is it time to add employees and build the business to the next level? Perspective on transitioning the farm to the next generation and building a sound business structure. Most importantly, quality of life and the importance of family.
Aug 10, 2019•59 min
Where do we go from here after last week's pressure on the grain markets? Could weather be a driving factor? Will we continue to trend lower or do we have some strength in this final week before the August 12th USDA report? Chris and Duane discuss these topics.
Aug 04, 2019•38 min
Shay talks with Dana Harder, an Agronomist that covers all of Missouri and Southern Illinois on crop conditions, prevent plant, and upcoming harvest expectations. He also discusses Burrus Hybrids and Don Mario seeds- a company from South America just entering the United States market. Don Mario has 54% market share in South America, where they produce more soybeans than the United States. Some very interesting perspective on how that could affect the market in the years ahead. Enjoy!
Aug 04, 2019•14 min
