The Ever.Ag Podcast

Ever.Ag

Ever.Ag is a comprehensive ag risk management company focused on providing our clients with the tools and knowledge to arm them in a competitive marketplace. Tune in for market updates and more!

  1. Ag Smarter - GDT Review: Global Dairy Trade Drops 3.4%: Fat Markets Slide While Global Price Gaps Widen

    2D AGO

    Ag Smarter - GDT Review: Global Dairy Trade Drops 3.4%: Fat Markets Slide While Global Price Gaps Widen

    The latest Global Dairy Trade auction delivered a sharp 3.4% decline, led by significant weakness in butterfat and continued softness across key dairy categories. In this episode, Cody Koster and John Spainhour break down what’s driving the market—from falling fat prices and declining cheese values to a complex global pricing divide between the US, Europe and New Zealand. Skim milk powder tells a deeper story, with surprising strength in New Zealand contrasting sharply with weaker European pricing, creating a growing global imbalance. Meanwhile, China’s reduced participation and increased buying from Southeast Asia and Mexico are reshaping trade flows in real time. With geopolitical tensions impacting shipping routes and global milk production remaining strong, the market faces a critical question: can global demand keep up? Tune in for a clear, market-focused breakdown of what this GDT means now—and what to watch next. _ Disclaimer: TRADING FUTURES AND OPTIONS ON FUTURES INVOLVES SIGNIFICANT RISK OF LOSS AND MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR EVERYONE. THEREFORE, CAREFULLY CONSIDER WHETHER SUCH TRADING IS SUITABLE FOR YOU IN LIGHT OF YOUR FINANCIAL CONDITION. PAST RESULTS ARE NOT INDICATIVE OF FUTURE RESULTS. THE INFORMATION AND COMMENTS CONTAINED HEREIN ARE PROVIDED BY EVER.AG AS GENERAL COMMENTARY OF MARKET CONDITIONS. THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE INTERPRETED AS TRADING ADVICE OR RECOMMENDATION WITHOUT FURTHER DISCUSSION WITH YOUR EVER.AG ADVISOR. THIS IS A MATTER OF SOLICITATION. EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES IS A LICENSED INSURANCE AGENCY AND AN AFFILIATE OF EVER.AG. INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IN THIS WEBSITE IS COMPILED FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF THE USER. INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM SOURCES BELIEVED TO BE RELIABLE AND IS FURNISHED WITHOUT RESPONSIBILITY FOR ACCURACY OR CONTENT. MARKET DATA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. Ever.Ag is a licensed insurance agency in the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NY, NC, ND, OK, OH, OR, PA, RI, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY. -- The following music was used for this media project: Music: Funky Intro 29 by TaigaSoundProd Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9520-funky-intro-29 License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod © Ever.Ag 2026, confidential and proprietary.

    16 min
  2. Ag Smarter - The Dairy Feed: Cheese Exports Surge, Cattle Rally Continues and Wheat Conditions Raise Questions

    2D AGO

    Ag Smarter - The Dairy Feed: Cheese Exports Surge, Cattle Rally Continues and Wheat Conditions Raise Questions

    In this episode of Ag Smarter: The Dairy Feed, we break down a busy start to April across dairy, grain and cattle markets. Record-breaking US cheese exports signal growing global demand—especially across Latin America—while butter shipments and shifting trade dynamics add new uncertainty. We also dig into rising nonfat prices versus hesitant futures markets ahead of the next GDT auction, and what global volatility could mean for buyer behavior. Meanwhile, cattle prices continue their impressive run, supporting stronger farm margins at the dairy level and fueling expectations for milk supply growth in 2026. Plus, Jake Kingsley joins with Words from Wichita to share on-the-ground insight into wheat conditions, a feed outlook and early planting season signals. If you’re looking to stay ahead of market shifts and understand what they mean for your operation, this episode delivers the clarity you need. _ EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES IS A LICENSED INSURANCE AGENCY AND AN AFFILIATE OF EVER.AG. INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IN THIS WEBSITE IS COMPILED FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF THE USER. INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM SOURCES BELIEVED TO BE RELIABLE AND IS FURNISHED WITHOUT RESPONSIBILITY FOR ACCURACY OR CONTENT. MARKET DATA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. Ever.Ag is a licensed insurance agency in the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NY, NC, ND, OK, OH, OR, PA, RI, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY. This agency is a equal opportunity provider.

    15 min
  3. Ag Smarter | The Dairy Feed: Corn Acres Surprise: What It Means for Dairy Markets

    MAR 31

    Ag Smarter | The Dairy Feed: Corn Acres Surprise: What It Means for Dairy Markets

    In this episode of Ag Smarter: The Dairy Feed, Jim Matthews and Kathleen Wolfley break down the latest USDA planting intentions and quarterly stocks reports—and what they signal for the months ahead. Corn acres came in higher than expected, but markets are still searching for direction as global tensions, energy volatility, and fertilizer uncertainty cloud the outlook. From early planting progress in the Midwest to shifting dynamics in crude oil and input costs, the conversation highlights the key forces shaping grain markets right now—and how those ripple into dairy margins. Plus, a quick look at dairy fundamentals: steady cheese, firm powder, and a timely reminder for producers to think about risk management while favorable pricing opportunities are still on the table. Clear, timely insight on what’s moving, why it matters, and what it means for your operation. _ EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES IS A LICENSED INSURANCE AGENCY AND AN AFFILIATE OF EVER.AG. INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IN THIS WEBSITE IS COMPILED FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF THE USER. INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM SOURCES BELIEVED TO BE RELIABLE AND IS FURNISHED WITHOUT RESPONSIBILITY FOR ACCURACY OR CONTENT. MARKET DATA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. Ever.Ag is a licensed insurance agency in the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NY, NC, ND, OK, OH, OR, PA, RI, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY. This agency is a equal opportunity provider.

    13 min
  4. Ag Smarter - GDT Review: GDT Holds Steady as Skim Milk Powder Surges and Mexico Steps Up Buying

    MAR 17

    Ag Smarter - GDT Review: GDT Holds Steady as Skim Milk Powder Surges and Mexico Steps Up Buying

    The latest Global Dairy Trade (GDT) auction came in essentially unchanged after five consecutive gains, but the underlying story tells a more nuanced tale. Skim milk powder jumped more than 5%, butter rose over 2% and mozzarella edged higher, while whole milk powder fell about 4%, pulling the overall index flat. In this week’s GDT Tuesday discussion, Cody Koster and Brian Fletcher break down the key drivers behind the results—including Mexico’s sharp increase in buying activity, shifting regional demand, and continued price divergence between global suppliers. With US nonfat dry milk trading well above competing global supplies, buyers like Mexico appear to be sourcing cheaper alternatives through GDT. They also examine subdued buying from North Asia, the impact of a major dairy ingredients conference in China, and why US cheese may remain highly competitive in export markets as European prices continue to run higher. _ Disclaimer: TRADING FUTURES AND OPTIONS ON FUTURES INVOLVES SIGNIFICANT RISK OF LOSS AND MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR EVERYONE. THEREFORE, CAREFULLY CONSIDER WHETHER SUCH TRADING IS SUITABLE FOR YOU IN LIGHT OF YOUR FINANCIAL CONDITION. PAST RESULTS ARE NOT INDICATIVE OF FUTURE RESULTS. THE INFORMATION AND COMMENTS CONTAINED HEREIN ARE PROVIDED BY EVER.AG AS GENERAL COMMENTARY OF MARKET CONDITIONS. THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE INTERPRETED AS TRADING ADVICE OR RECOMMENDATION WITHOUT FURTHER DISCUSSION WITH YOUR EVER.AG ADVISOR. THIS IS A MATTER OF SOLICITATION. EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES IS A LICENSED INSURANCE AGENCY AND AN AFFILIATE OF EVER.AG. INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IN THIS WEBSITE IS COMPILED FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF THE USER. INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM SOURCES BELIEVED TO BE RELIABLE AND IS FURNISHED WITHOUT RESPONSIBILITY FOR ACCURACY OR CONTENT. MARKET DATA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. Ever.Ag is a licensed insurance agency in the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NY, NC, ND, OK, OH, OR, PA, RI, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY. -- The following music was used for this media project: Music: Funky Intro 29 by TaigaSoundProd Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9520-funky-intro-29 License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod © Ever.Ag 2026, confidential and proprietary.

    13 min
  5. Ag Smarter – The Dairy Feed: Soybeans Limit Down, Dairy Exports Strong

    MAR 17

    Ag Smarter – The Dairy Feed: Soybeans Limit Down, Dairy Exports Strong

    Grain and feed markets saw sharp volatility this week as soybean futures and soybean oil closed limit down while corn prices also pulled back. In this episode of Ag Smarter – The Dairy Feed, Kathleen Wolfley and Jim Matthews break down what the latest market moves mean for dairy producers and feed costs. The conversation covers strong US dairy export demand—especially for cheese and butterfat—along with rising energy prices, fertilizer concerns, and how a strengthening US dollar could create headwinds for dairy trade. Jake Kingsley also joins with this week’s Words from Wichita, explaining the recent market whiplash, farmer selling during the rally, and what it means for basis levels and feed buying strategies. Stay ahead of the markets with weekly insights on dairy, grain, and feed trends shaping producer decisions. _ EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES IS A LICENSED INSURANCE AGENCY AND AN AFFILIATE OF EVER.AG. INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IN THIS WEBSITE IS COMPILED FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF THE USER. INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM SOURCES BELIEVED TO BE RELIABLE AND IS FURNISHED WITHOUT RESPONSIBILITY FOR ACCURACY OR CONTENT. MARKET DATA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. Ever.Ag is a licensed insurance agency in the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NY, NC, ND, OK, OH, OR, PA, RI, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY. This agency is a equal opportunity provider.

    12 min
  6. Ag Smarter - The Dairy Feed: March Market Madness

    MAR 4

    Ag Smarter - The Dairy Feed: March Market Madness

    In this inaugural episode of Ag Smarter: The Dairy Feed, Kathleen Wolfley and Jim Matthews break down escalating Middle East tensions and what they mean for grain, feed, energy, and dairy markets. With crude oil pushing above $75 per barrel and volatility returning to corn and soybean meal, input costs are back in focus for dairy producers. Jake Kingsley joins with a cash feed update, covering corn basis trends, firming canola markets following China-Canada trade developments, protein dynamics, and outlooks for cottonseed and byproducts. Cody Koster dives into the latest Global Dairy Trade results, highlighting strength in mozzarella, butter, and whole milk powder, while discussing Class III and IV price movement, Spring flush expectations, component growth, and forward hedging opportunities into 2026.  From geopolitical risk to milk components and export ceilings, this episode delivers clear, timely insight on what’s moving markets — and what it means for your operation. _ Disclaimer: TRADING FUTURES AND OPTIONS ON FUTURES INVOLVES SIGNIFICANT RISK OF LOSS AND MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR EVERYONE. THEREFORE, CAREFULLY CONSIDER WHETHER SUCH TRADING IS SUITABLE FOR YOU IN LIGHT OF YOUR FINANCIAL CONDITION. PAST RESULTS ARE NOT INDICATIVE OF FUTURE RESULTS. THE INFORMATION AND COMMENTS CONTAINED HEREIN ARE PROVIDED BY EVER.AG AS GENERAL COMMENTARY OF MARKET CONDITIONS. THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE INTERPRETED AS TRADING ADVICE OR RECOMMENDATION WITHOUT FURTHER DISCUSSION WITH YOUR EVER.AG ADVISOR. THIS IS A MATTER OF SOLICITATION. EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES IS A LICENSED INSURANCE AGENCY AND AN AFFILIATE OF EVER.AG. INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IN THIS WEBSITE IS COMPILED FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF THE USER. INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM SOURCES BELIEVED TO BE RELIABLE AND IS FURNISHED WITHOUT RESPONSIBILITY FOR ACCURACY OR CONTENT. MARKET DATA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. Ever.Ag is a licensed insurance agency in the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NY, NC, ND, OK, OH, OR, PA, RI, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY. -- The following music was used for this media project: License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod © Ever.Ag 2026, confidential and proprietary.

    14 min

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Ever.Ag is a comprehensive ag risk management company focused on providing our clients with the tools and knowledge to arm them in a competitive marketplace. Tune in for market updates and more!

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