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The Bushels and Beef Farm Tour and Podcast. Where producers talk markets, share stories, and cut through the noise in agriculture.

  1. 5d ago

    EP. 25 LRP/LGM Changes for 2027: New Coverage Options for Cattle Producers

    Major LRP/LGM Changes for 2027 are coming for livestock producers, and several updates may affect how cattle and hog producers evaluate risk-management coverage. In Episode 25 of the Bushels and Beef Podcast, Adam Friedrichsen breaks down the 2027 updates to LRP (Livestock Risk Protection) and LGM (Livestock Gross Margin), including expanded coverage options, new flexibility for using LRP and LGM together, updated weight ranges, and potential savings for beginning farmers and ranchers. This episode covers: • LRP/LGM Changes for 2027 and why they matter • Expanded unborn cattle coverage and updated weight ranges • How producers may use LRP and LGM in the same month • Fed cattle coverage updates • Cull cow coverage extension • Beginning farmer and rancher savings opportunities • Policy transfer windows and cancellation rule updates • How coverage levels may better reflect certain basis environments • Why producers should understand terms, coverage levels, and cost before purchasing Adam also discusses how current cattle-market conditions, higher feeder values, hog-market pressure, and changing risk environments are influencing producer conversations around LRP and LGM. This discussion is intended to help producers better understand the available tools and the questions to ask when evaluating coverage options. It is not a recommendation for any specific operation. Disclaimer This video and/or podcast is provided for general education and market commentary only. It does not constitute individualized trading, hedging, insurance, financial, or marketing advice and is not a solicitation to buy or sell futures, options, LRP, LGM, or any other commodity-related product. LRP and LGM coverage, availability, premiums, terms, and outcomes vary by operation and policy. Futures and options trading involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Producers should review all policy terms and consult licensed advisors regarding decisions for their specific operation.

    22 min
  2. Jun 12

    EP. 23 Crop Insurance Replant Deadlines, Claims Steps & Acreage Reporting (2026) | Jordan Hinkeldey

    Replant season is here—and crop insurance details matter when weather, stand issues, and deadlines collide. In this episode of Bushels and Beef, crop insurance agent Jordan Hinkeldey breaks down what he’s seeing across the Midwest, how producers are handling replant decisions, and the key crop insurance deadlines and paperwork that can impact claims and coverage. Jordan walks through the first steps after hail or weather damage, including timely notice, working with adjusters, and how replant payments are generally determined. They also cover acreage reporting, why it’s a major mid-summer to-do item, and what producers can do to stay organized while finishing planting and spraying. The episode also touches on broader trends in crop insurance adoption and how some producers think about tools like ECO and revenue protection as part of a wider risk-management plan—discussed at a high level and for educational purposes. This episode is provided for general education and informational purposes only and is not individualized trading, hedging, insurance, legal, or financial advice. Coverage rules, deadlines, premiums, and outcomes vary by crop, county, and policy. Consult a licensed crop insurance agent regarding your specific operation. Futures and options trading involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.

    21 min
  3. May 14

    EP. 20 May WASDE 2026: Wheat Surprise, Corn/Beans Trading Range & Volatility Planning | Allison Ryan

    The May WASDE is the first official USDA look at new-crop supply and demand—and in 2026 it came with more volatility than many producers expected, especially on the wheat side. In this episode of Bushels and Beef, grain market advisor Allison Ryan breaks down the May WASDE report and what it may mean for corn, soybeans, and wheat as planting wraps up across the Midwest. You’ll hear discussion on how late planting season can create “blinders” while markets keep moving, why the May report can still produce surprises, and how producers often think about staying disciplined through headline-driven weeks (China discussions, geopolitical uncertainty, energy prices) and the shift into a weather market. The focus is on education and planning frameworks—how to evaluate your position, set targets in advance, and reduce emotional decision-making when volatility spikes. Disclaimer: This video is provided for general education and market commentary only and does not constitute individualized trading, hedging, investment, marketing, or financial advice, and is not a solicitation to buy or sell any futures, options, or other commodity interests. Futures and options trading involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Consult qualified advisors regarding your specific situation.

    15 min
  4. Apr 8

    EP. 17 Fire, Bulls & the Board: Navigating a Wild Spring in Cattle Country

    LRP (Livestock Risk Protection) has become a bigger part of the conversation in cattle country—especially when weather risk, grass availability, and market volatility all collide at the same time. In this episode of Bushels and Beef, livestock risk specialist Rich “Ricky” Knuppe (also a South Dakota cattle producer) talks through what he’s seeing on the ground during a wild spring across the Plains: drought conditions, major wildfire impacts, turnout and water concerns, and the tough decisions that follow. The conversation connects those realities to risk management planning—why some producers explore LRP coverage as a way to help manage downside price risk, how different operations think about protecting capital during high-priced cattle cycles, and what questions producers are asking during bull sale season and replacement decisions. This is a practical, producer-first discussion focused on education, planning, and understanding trade-offs—not predicting prices. Topics in this episode: LRP (Livestock Risk Protection) explained in plain language (high-level)Drought, wildfire aftermath, grass availability, and turnout decisionsBull sale season insights and heifer-retention signalsManaging risk when cattle prices are elevated and costs are realProducer mindset: planning for “what if” scenarios instead of reacting to headlinesDisclaimerThis video is for general education and market commentary only and is not individualized advice and is not a solicitation. Futures and options trading involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Coverage availability, costs, and outcomes vary by operation and location—consult your advisors regarding decisions for your specific situation.

    18 min

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