A recent report indicates a strong rebound is underway in China. Mark Oppold looks at how that could affect agriculture here in the U.S.
Commodity Classic Day Two
Today is the second day for the 2023 Commodity Classic in Orlando, FL. Mark Oppold is there and has this report.
Uncertainty in the Markets
Traders do not like uncertainty, but according to Mark Oppold, there’s quite a bit of that right now when it comes to the markets.
Farmer Sentiment Drops in February
The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer dropped five points to 125 in February. Farmers’ perspectives regarding both current conditions on their farms and their expectations for the future also weakened during the month. The Index of Current Conditions dipped two points to 134, and the Index of Future Expectations declined six points to 121. Several factors are weighing on …
Farm Bureau Analysis: 2022 Crop Losses Top $21 Billion
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) estimates 2022 crop losses due to weather and climate change at more than $21.4 billion. The AFBF Market Intel analysis shows in 2022, 18 weather and climate disasters, each with damages exceeding $1 billion struck the United States. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reported that 2022 surpassed 2021 as the third-costliest disaster …
Top Agricultural Markets to Start the Year
Looking back at February, some agricultural markets did very well. Mark Oppold explains what markets top the list after the first two months of the year.
Grain, Livestock Futures Could Move Higher this Month
Grain and livestock analysts believe futures could move a bit higher this month. But as Mark Oppold reports, it won’t be easy.
Markets Expected to Struggle in March
Analysts feel that the stock market may struggle here in the month of March. But as Mark Oppold reports, some commodities may do a bit better.
Cash Price Update for Corn and Soybeans
USDA recently released their February crop and average cash price updates. Mark Oppold looks at what those prices are for corn and soybeans.
Markets Watching Weather Reports
Weather conditions are an important factor for traders. And according to Mark Oppold, they are watching the latest reports concerning drought, especially here in the Southeast.