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More Red Than Green for Agricultural Commodities in April

Now that May is here, Mark Oppold looks at how some of the agricultural commodities did back in April. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers of …

Hoping May Performs Better in the Stock Market

Many traders are hoping we’ll see a better performance in the stock markets here in May. Mark Oppold has more details. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy …

Price Limit Resets Approved

Price Limit Resets were recently approved by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Mark Oppold notes this starts May 1st. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers …

Tracking the Grain Trade

As we are about to wrap up the month of April, many traders are tracking the grain trade. Mark Oppold notes they are watching the weekly planting updates closely.  Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …

Possible Signs of Cows Being Held Back for Breeding

Breeding is a critical aspect of managing a cattle operation, whether it’s for dairy or beef production. Selecting the right cows for breeding ensures the continued health, productivity, and profitability of the herd. However, identifying cows that are being held back for breeding requires a keen eye and an understanding of the subtle signs that may indicate they are being …

Watching Gold and Silver Prices

When it comes to the markets, two things we don’t talk a lot about are gold and silver. But according to Mark Oppold, traders are watching those prices closely right now. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Quarterly Earnings Reports Coming Out

It’s time once again for quarterly earnings reports. Mark Oppold looks at what some have experienced the past 3 months. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers …

Hoping for Better Market Performance This Week

Last week was pretty disappointing for many financial and commodity markets. Due to that, Mark Oppold notes traders are hoping for a better market performance this week. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That …

Concerns about NASS Discontinuing Some Reports

It was announced this week that the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) was canceling a key report and a yield survey. As Mark Oppold reports¸ some wonder what is next. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Not Much Change Expected in Corn and Soybean Futures

Corn and soybean futures haven’t seen much support lately, and according to Mark Oppold, a report this week is not expected to help much at all. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark …