The Ag View Pitch

The Ag View Pitch

Providing value to our clients and producers with a variety of interviews and farm related discussion from a grower and marketer perspective.

  1. 12h ago

    #800 - Start Your Farm Exit Strategy Years Early | Dad’s Wisdom with Mark Harper

    https://19-minutes.supercast.com Farm succession doesn’t start when Dad is ready to retire. Mark Harper’s advice is to start years earlier, while there’s still time to teach, mentor, delegate responsibility, and build a business that can operate without one person holding everything together. Mark grew up on a West Tennessee farm that eventually reached roughly 10,000 acres, built his own career in dentistry, and today helps mentor his son Peyton as he operates a several-thousand-acre farm. Along the way, Mark grew his dental business from one small-town practice into six offices, with a seventh under construction and more than 120 employees. In this Dad’s Wisdom conversation, Mark and Chris talk about: The difference between teaching and mentoringWhy farm owners have to learn to delegate authority, not just tasksSurrounding yourself with people who are better than youInvesting in coaching, peer groups, and your own developmentKnowing when to scale and when growth requires more investmentBuilding a farm that can function when you aren’t thereWorking on the business instead of spending all your time in itDefining success beyond money and business growthStarting the farm succession and exit-planning conversation earlyGiving the next generation real responsibility before they’re forced to take overMark’s message to the next generation is simple: set a vision, invest in yourself, surround yourself with good people, and be willing to operate differently if you want to take the business somewhere different. #FarmSuccession #FarmBusiness #Agriculture

  2. 4d ago

    #799 - “El Niño Rally? $5 Corn & $12 Beans” - Weekly Market Outlook: Aug 17-21

    https://19-minutes.supercast.com Corn and soybean markets finished the week on a strong note after the latest USDA report, and Brian Split of AgMarket.net sees reasons for farmers to stay patient beyond their immediate harvest needs. Chris Barron and Brian break down the latest corn and soybean setup, including: December corn targets around $4.90, $5.00 and $5.05Why $4.70 matters short term and $4.60 is a major line in the sandThe $12 level in November soybeans and what could come nextStrong corn demand and what tightening carry may be telling the marketHow to handle the “iffy bushels” that may exceed available storageHarvest basis, cash-flow needs and fall delivery decisionsWhy South American weather and a strengthening El Niño could become increasingly importantWays producers can manage downside risk without completely giving up upside Brian Split, AgMarket.net815-665-0463bsplitt@agmarket.netagmarket.net #GrainMarketing #CornMarket #Soybeans

  3. Aug 10

    #798 - Buying 2027 Fertilizer? What If Corn Falls After You Lock In?

    https://19-minutes.supercast.com Some UAN and anhydrous summer-fill programs opened at 8 a.m. and were pulled by lunch, according to Josh Linville. But moving fast on fertilizer only protects one side of the farm’s margin. Shay Foulk and Josh, Vice President of Fertilizer at StoneX, explain how to compare the fertilizer quote with the grain price before locking in 2027 inputs. Josh shares why he advised his own family to secure fall anhydrous, when waiting until spring may still be worth discussing, and why phosphate has to be handled field by field. Shay says the opening phosphate quotes he has seen are $60 to $80 per ton above last year. If soil fertility can support a reduced application without costing yield, there may be room to cut demand. If it cannot, price alone is not a reason to take agronomic risk. They also cover: Why locking fertilizer without grain-price protection leaves the overall margin exposedHow to judge fertilizer in bushels of corn, not only dollars per tonHow the buy-or-wait decision differs among UAN, anhydrous, phosphate, and potashWhy a bearish August WASDE may delay fertilizer demand rather than eliminate itWhat to discuss with your retailer before harvest Farmer Fertilizer Focus by Josh Linville:https://shop.stonex.com/products/farmer-fertilizer-focus Build and compare your 2027 crop budget in Farm Profit Manager:https://farmprofitmanager.app #FertilizerPrices #FarmManagement #GrainMarketing

  4. Aug 9

    #797 - “183+ Corn Yield? USDA Report Risk & Harvest Basis” - Weekly Market Outlook: Aug 10-14

    https://19-minutes.supercast.com The August 12 USDA report could quickly reset the corn and soybean markets as harvest approaches. Chris Barron is joined by Daniel Elsner of Cargill in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to break down national corn yield expectations, possible acreage changes, technical resistance, and the market signals farmers should watch heading into August 10-14. The corn market appears to be trading a national yield near 182 to 183 bushels per acre. Daniel explains why a number above 183 could pressure corn prices, why nearby resistance may limit corn’s short-term upside, and why November soybeans currently have a stronger technical setup. They also discuss how quickly an initial bullish reaction to the USDA report could reverse. For farmers, the conversation turns to decisions that cannot wait: clearing remaining old-crop grain, estimating bushels without storage, finding local basis opportunities, and placing target orders before the report. With harvest approaching and storage potentially tighter than usual, communicating with local buyers and planning around the local harvest window could be just as important as the report itself. Topics include: August 12 USDA yield and acreage changes Corn yield expectations near 182 to 183 bushels per acre Technical resistance limiting corn prices Short-term upside potential in November soybeans Old-crop grain still sitting in storage Harvest timing and local basis opportunities Pre-report rallies, price targets, and working orders Managing uncommitted grain before harvest Guest: Daniel Elsner of Cargill in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Subscribe to The Ag View Pitch for weekly grain market analysis and practical farm marketing strategies. Also check out 19 Minutes for more conversations about farm business and profitability. #GrainMarkets #CornPrices #USDAReport

  5. Aug 2

    #796 - “Record Corn Demand, Rising Acres & August Weather Risk” - Weekly Market Outlook: Aug 3-7

    https://19-minutes.supercast.com Record corn demand is supporting the grain markets, but additional acres, August rainfall, and harvest pressure could quickly change the outlook. Chris Barron is joined by Matt Bennett of agmarket.net to examine the crop, demand, and marketing risks heading into August 3-7. Matt discusses why he questions the USDA’s current crop ratings and whether the national corn yield can exceed 183 bushels per acre. They examine the possibility of additional corn acres, exports running well ahead of last year, and why a smaller yield could create a much tighter balance sheet. They also explain why the longer-term corn story remains constructive even if prices face pressure before harvest. The conversation also covers wheat volatility related to Russia and Ukraine, soybean prices following their recent decline, strong domestic crush demand, and how a wetter August could affect soybean yield expectations. Matt closes with guidance for managing old-crop corn, harvest deliveries, basis, and on-farm storage without leaving too many bushels exposed. Topics include: USDA corn yield and acreage uncertaintyRecord domestic and global corn demandCorn exports running ahead of projectionsAugust weather and crop conditionsHarvest price and basis riskOld-crop corn still in storageWheat volatility and opportunities for cornSoybean prices and strong crush demandSouth American weather and El NiñoOn-farm storage and harvest marketing decisions Learn more from Matt Bennett at agmarket.net. #GrainMarkets #CornPrices #SoybeanPrices

  6. Jul 26

    #795 - “$6 Corn? Soybean Rally & Harvest Basis Planning” - Weekly Market Outlook: Jul 27-31

    https://19-minutes.supercast.com Soybeans are rallying, $6 corn headlines are circulating, and harvest basis decisions are approaching quickly. Andy Hruby and Hugo vanRoessel of Cornerstone Ag Partners break down what is supporting grain prices and where the markets could become vulnerable. They examine USDA corn acreage uncertainty, strong export and ethanol demand, weather premium, and why spreads and local basis may provide a better read on the physical corn market than futures alone. They also discuss early-harvest premiums, storage limitations, fall delivery planning, and pairing additional crop investments with marketing decisions. Hugo then explains why soybean crush margins near $3 per bushel, tight projected supplies, and limited storage carry could keep soybean prices volatile. The episode closes with risk-management options for protecting current prices while retaining upside, along with opportunities in 2027 corn and soft red wheat. Topics include: USDA corn acreage and August WASDE risk$6 corn projections versus cash-market signalsWeather premium and strong corn demandFall basis, early-harvest premiums, and storage planningSoybean crush margins and tight projected suppliesInterest costs and the economics of storing soybeansMin-max contracts, puts, and retaining upside2027 corn and soft red wheat opportunities Website: cornerstoneagpartners.com Email: hugo@cornerstoneagpartners.com #GrainMarkets #CornPrices #SoybeanPrices

  7. Jul 19

    #794 - “Wheat Rally, Corn Selling Window & Soybean Outlook” - Weekly Market Outlook: Jul 20-24

    https://19-minutes.supercast.com A geopolitical wheat rally is spilling into the grain markets, but can it continue supporting corn and soybeans? Greg McBride of Allendale Inc. joins Jeremy Doetch to break down the opportunities and risks heading into the week of July 20–24. They discuss strong Corn Belt crop conditions, weather premium in corn, key resistance near recent highs, and why seasonal patterns could create additional downside. Greg also examines soybean demand from China, the potential for higher prices later in the year, and how South American weather and fertilizer availability may influence the market. The episode closes with an update on declining cattle prices, beef imports, limited herd expansion, and why tight supplies could keep cattle historically strong. Topics include: Wheat rally driven by geopolitical disruptionsCorn marketing opportunities and seasonal price pressureSoybean exports, China demand, and August weatherSouth American production and fertilizer risksCorn Belt crop conditions and yield potentialCattle prices, beef supplies, and herd expansion #GrainMarkets #CornPrices #WheatPrices

  8. Jul 12

    #793 - Is the Grain Market Setting Up for a Harvest Rally? – Weekly Market Outlook: Jul 13–17

    https://19-minutes.supercast.com Strong demand, tight projected stocks, and seven critical weeks of growing weather could create another major opportunity for corn and soybean producers. Chris Barron and Jeff Fichtelman break down why even a modest yield reduction could significantly tighten supplies, when a harvest-driven rally could develop, and why farmers should have firm offers ready before optimism takes over. They also discuss old-crop corn still weighing on the market, regional harvest basis opportunities, China’s continued soybean buying, lower nitrogen prices, and renewed uncertainty surrounding Russia and Ukraine. Could corn and soybeans get another meaningful rally, and how should farmers position themselves without getting greedy?

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