Chris and Duane seek to "step back" and try to assess all that has changed during the current growing season, especially a major wind storm, late season dryness, and an increasingly active Chinese buyer. For the first time, we may be seeing the beginning of a major turnaround in large spec funds, who have been short corn for months. Have fundamental foundations changed enough to alter price outlooks? There is a lot to discuss, as harvest approaches and producers ponder their marketing and storag...
Aug 23, 2020•32 min
Shay talks temporary storage in the form of grain bagging with Zane Erickson of North Star Ag. While bagging may seem cumbersome and unreliable (it’s not), Zane talks about why it is a great solution in many areas and how it can potentially help those who have lost storage for this year. You can learn more at northstar-ag.com/product-category/grain-bagger/ and by contacting them at (701)361-4790. Enjoy!
Aug 18, 2020•20 min
Chris Barron and Greg Carson discuss the challenges from the Derecho. With much of the Grain storage demolished, the storm ravaged area will need to look at alternative logistics for drying and storage options.
Aug 17, 2020•10 min
Today Chris and Duane produce Ag View Pitch's 200th podcast! As we look ahead to this week, traders are contemplating whether last week's USDA yield projections may have been the year's high water mark. The combination of a very devastating multi-state wind storm, and a 2-week forecast that offers limited precipitation on too many acres, may both help to add momentum to last week's price strength. Producers need to pay close attention to both basis and futures during the next 2-3 weeks. Today's ...
Aug 16, 2020•42 min
Chris Barron and his brother-In-law Brandt Fehl discuss the aftermath of the storm that traveled through Iowa on August 10th. Also check out the video on our YouTube channel showing images of the destruction https://youtu.be/3HvJAYiS1xE
Aug 14, 2020•12 min
Meaghan Anderson, Extension Field Agronomist at Iowa State University, talks with Shay about the extent and aftermath of the derecho earlier this week. They discuss agronomic, economic, and logistical impacts that farmers will be dealing with moving forward. This is very informative, and gives perspective and consideration as you move through the rest of the growing season. For more information, please visit https://crops.extension.iastate.edu/blog and https://crops.extension.iastate.edu/cropnew...
Aug 14, 2020•22 min
Today Steve Jonhson from Iowa State University Extension and Chris discuss the methodology used by the USDA for the August 12th report. They also discuss drought conditions in western Iowa and some fundamental and technical marketing considerations as we move toward harvest.
Aug 10, 2020•23 min
Today Chris and Duane discuss Wednesday's report and how China's demand activity could help to offset some increased yield projections and produce carryout numbers that are not as negative as current market sentiment has discounted. They also take a look at some historical perspectives to today's prices, in an effort to determine whether producers have reasons to act, or reasons to sit tight.
Aug 09, 2020•45 min
Mike Grover shares some of his life story with Chris........living on the farm with his father, transitioning from livestock to grain farming, pursuing a career off of the farm and later coming back. Mike also shares important life lessons passed on from his father. We are honored to have talked with Mike! #DadsWisdom
Aug 08, 2020•21 min
Today Chris and Duane discuss crop conditions and forecasts, pondering how that might provide a market boost. Much of this year has been focused on excess supplies, but has recent China purchases and the prospects of more to come, given justification for shifting focus to demand? Producer sales activity has been below normal so far this year, but it is time to solidify harvest strategies and is it possible that an August weather scare might provide an opportunity for some pre-harvest producer sa...
Aug 02, 2020•40 min
Paul Neiffer and Chris Barron discuss what’s in the Senate “Heals” act for agriculture. They discuss in detail some of the changes for the PPP as well as several other components of the bill.
Jul 30, 2020•23 min
Today Chris talks with Mike Downey, a Land Consultant with Next Gen Ag Advocates. They discuss various lease arrangements, and the advantages of having third party assistance during rental lease negotiations. More information about Mike and his team can be found on their website at https://www.nextgenag.us/ .
Jul 29, 2020•20 min
Chris Barron talks with Grant Shimek on today's Sunday Night Market Outlook. They discuss what factors will be driving the markets in the week ahead by evaluating technical trends, weather, China, COVID-19, and basis opportunities. Be sure to tune in!
Jul 26, 2020•30 min
Chris talks with Joe Vaclavik of Grain Markets and Other Stuff in today's Sunday Night Market Outlook. Joe and Chris discuss weather, Chinese demand, ethanol, fund position in corn and soybeans in the market, and what all of this might mean in the weeks ahead. Enjoy!
Jul 19, 2020•29 min
Mike Paulson shares with Chris the wisdom he has learned from his father, as a father, and what he hopes to pass on to the next generation. We are honored to have talked with Mike on this, and look forward to capturing many more of these stories so we can all learn and grow together. #DadsWisdom
Jul 18, 2020•24 min
Check out tonight's ISU webinar! https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8492254387107325454 More about that here: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/iowa-state-university-extension-and-outreach-offers-free-crop-marketing-strategies-webinar Chris Barron and Steve Johnson of Iowa State University discuss some strategies to consider as weather improves and markets decline. What are producers going to do with a potential big crop and excess bushels at harvest? If you'd like our harvest storag...
Jul 16, 2020•12 min
Chris and Duane discuss changes in weather and the potential ability of markets to build downside momentum following Friday's disappointing price action. Making marketing decisions in the current price range are not without risk, whether the decision is to sell or to hold. Chris has traveled widely across the Midwest and shares what he has seen regarding crop conditions. There remains a wide-range of market opinions and approaches to producer marketing. We have a rather spirited discussion of th...
Jul 12, 2020•37 min
Chris and Duane talk in depth about the current weather market rally and how best to determine whether this offers selling opportunities, despite the fact that prices are still well below desired levels. As mentioned in the podcast, go check out the Margin Enhancement Calculator at agviewsolutions.com/free-tools and give us a call any time with questions! Chris (319)533-5703. Enjoy!
Jul 06, 2020•32 min
Happy 4th of July, everyone! Chris and Duane discuss the scope of price strength since Sunday night and put this into perspective and comparison with what exactly has changed during the last 3 months. Current Dec Corn prices are the highest since March 30. Current Nov Soybean prices are the highest since March 6. Are these selling opportunities? Chris and Duane discuss the merit of sales considerations from multiple perspectives and measurements. With a long holiday weekend ahead, this might be ...
Jul 02, 2020•33 min
Chris and Duane assess the June USDA report- tune in for more information! Chris: (319)533-5703 Duane: (563)419-1300
Jun 30, 2020•17 min
Chris and Duane discuss Tuesday's USDA reports, market sentiment and weather forecasts. Producer marketing strategies, specifically the 2021 crop may warrant extra special attention IF we manage to find post-report market strength, either due to short-covering energy and/or weather developments. The landscape is depressing, but we are not without hope that opportunities may yet be presented for those willing to actively search them out.
Jun 28, 2020•40 min
Chris discusses the thought process behind investing in your crop throughout the growing season to enhance margin potential. He discusses the 4 key components of better analysis: Use your specific numbers Evaluate your production potential Assess your insurance coverage level Run the numbers through our Margin Enhancement Tool As always, you can reach Chris at cbarron@agviewsolutions.com or (319)533-5703. Enjoy!...
Jun 24, 2020•15 min
Happy Father's Day! While most producers are focused on Dec 20 sales, Duane and Shay discuss why farmers may want to be thinking ahead this week to 2021. They also discuss the apparent non-response in weather events, China Trade Agreements, and variability in basis throughout the Corn Belt and what farmers should be acting on this week. As always, email at duanel@netins.net for market related questions, or reach out to Chris and Shay at cbarron@agviewsolutions.com for Cost-of-Production, Collabo...
Jun 21, 2020•28 min
Chris Barron talks about some of the key issues to keep in mind before and during the land rental discussion with your landowners. Structure your conversation Know your numbers inside and out Understanding area competition Fake news in the industry Quality relationships Be sure to listen and re-visit this podcast to help you start to prepare an effective conversation with your landowners as we enter into the season of land rental negotiation! Learn more about Ag View Solutions at agviewsolutions...
Jun 15, 2020•19 min
Chris and Duane discuss potential weather influences in an atmosphere where everyone is bearish. But while one eye is on weather, the other eye needs to be fully open and focusing on the search for opportunities. Is it possible that the best current opportunity could actually be found in the 2021 crop prices? Lots to discuss in today's unusually time-constrained podcast.
Jun 14, 2020•22 min
Brad Downing, of Cross Creek Ag Solutions in Greentown IN, fills in today for Chris Barron, who is busy side-dressing N before rain arrives, to talk with Duane Lowry and discuss the Week Ahead Outlook. Today Brad and Duane cover this week's monthly USDA S&D report, the acreage report at the end of the month and the potential for a weather-inspired short-covering process in the grain markets. We also discuss the political uncertainties that seem to be arising and how that might impact produce...
Jun 07, 2020•43 min
Today Chris and Duane discuss the decision process of handling July basis contracts. We are all facing a timeline crunch and nobody wants to be the last one holding the bag. Anecdotally, it "feels" like we may have record levels of these unpriced basis contracts. IF there is no weather story-line during the next 3 weeks, the market could attempt to further press their large short positions in corn. These are not easy decisions, but they may be decisions that would benefit from a timely decision....
Jun 03, 2020•12 min
Shay talks with Brad Hobrock in Central Illinois about micronutrients, biologicals, fertility management, and profitability. The conversation poses the question of if our traditional research on fertility is truly revealing what we need to know about plants, and maybe some of what the future may hold. They also discuss soil vs sap testing, and how in-season sampling could affect long-term decisions on nutrient availability. Give today's podcast a listen, and be sure to reach out to Brad with any...
Jun 01, 2020•25 min
Chris and Duane discuss the latest tensions between China and the US, along with weather forecasts to explore the week ahead. As we begin a new month, we ponder what the future holds... and the exercise is challenging. Soybean Replant: https://www.extension.purdue.edu/extmedia/SPS/SPS-104-W.pdf Corn Replant: https://crops.extension.iastate.edu/encyclopedia/corn-yield-predictions-replanted-and-late-planted-fields Email us for the Prevent Plant Decision Enhancement Tool at cbarron@agviewsolutions....
May 31, 2020•27 min
Today Chris Barron and Duane Lowry discuss the holiday-shortened week ahead, trying to sort out US/China trade tensions, as well as the clear opening up of US and global economies, despite ongoing concerns related to Covid-19. We also discuss the latest understood payment calculations for last week's announced CFAP program. Marketing decisions for 2020, basis and weather are also key parts of today's podcast. US/China trade tensions will remain a cloud over markets, but the markets that are trad...
May 25, 2020•37 min
