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Jarod Creed and Pete Meyer visit Chris in this episode of The Ag View Pitch. They discuss the April 30th press release from the US Department of Treasury regarding SAF (sustainable aviation fuel.) They proceed in detail to discuss what 45Z might look like along with some of the challenges and opportunities.


Challenges and complexities in implementing and adapting to agricultural policies and practices aimed at sustainability and environmental responsibility.


Discussion focuses on agricultural practices like no-till and cover crops, emphasizing the need for nitrogen management and the use of stabilizers to prevent environmental impact.

Wheat and weather seem to be the center of conversation this past week, will the Midwest receive the forecasted amounts of rain over the weekend and into next week, and will the wheat markets rally spill over into the corn and bean markets this upcoming week???

Shay talks with Ken Stewart on Peer Groups as a business leader, and specifically faith-based peer groups.

They discuss the function, overview, and key aspects and benefits a peer group provides participants.

If you have any questions, please contact Shay at (319)-464-5708 or if you’re interested in joining a Convene group call Ken at 309-256-5068

Joe Paulson and Jeremy Doetch have a conversation around what good communication with your lender should look like and what types of things need to be communicated from both sides of the table.

Jeff Fichtelman joins Chris in this week's Market Outlook.  


Planting ConditionsDiscussion on the current planting conditions in Ohio and the impact of weather patterns on planting progress. Concerns about rain and soil conditions affecting the planting schedule were highlighted.
Market ConcernsThe conversation touched on the lack of concerns regarding the agricultural market’s response to current planting conditions and the potential impact on prices.
Basis and Pricing StrategyAn in-depth analysis of the basis and pricing strategies for crops, emphasizing the importance of setting targets for selling crops and managing the basis effectively.
Impact of Global EventsDiscussion on how global events, specifically tensions between Israel and Iran, could impact the agricultural markets and commodity prices.
2024 Crop PlanningStrategies for the 2024 crop, including sales and planting decisions, were discussed, with an emphasis on the low percentage of crops currently sold for 2024.
Yield Enhancement TechniquesExploration of techniques and advancements in agriculture aimed at enhancing crop yields, particularly in the face of challenging weather conditions.


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Mark Welch, Texas A&M, Extension Marketing Specialist, visits with Chris in this week’s market Outlook.
Planted acres will still be the big question this year as the market observes planting progress over the next several weeks.
Mark explains some historical numbers on “total acres” along with some of the decisions that producers are making as we work through this planting season across the US.
Mark and Chris address some of the challenges with Marketing the 2023 crop.
Managing basis will be critical, especially as we get further into the growing season and closer to the 2024 crop.
Mark and Chris discuss some of the tactics that producers may want to consider as they begin to price 2024 crop.
Producers may be in a position that requires recalibrating our expectations too much lower price levels.
Taking advantage of small rallies that don’t last long, might be the key to successful marketing this year.