Wednesday, December 24th, 2025 Program
We saw a bit of that Santa Claus rally in the grain trade on Wednesday, led by the soy complex. Meantime, the livestock trade was a mixed bag as we headed into the Christmas holiday. Are we
Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025 Program
It appears that the grain and livestock markets have entered into holiday mode as there is not a lot of fresh movement or news to discuss. However, that doesn’t mean you should completely check out over the
Monday, December 22nd, 2025 Podcast
The grain and livestock markets found themselves mostly higher as we started off the Christmas holiday week. Are we finally getting back to trading fundamentals in the grain markets? What about continued support in lean hogs and
The Heart of the Holidays Starts on the Farm
Agriculture plays a role in every holiday celebration — from the food on our tables to the traditions we share. Farmers and ranchers work year-round to provide the ingredients for family meals, baked goods, and festive gatherings,
Merry Christmas from FARM!
From our entire Farm and Ranch Media family we want to wish you a safe and happy holiday season. Our offices will be closed or limited staff until Monday, December 29th. Merry Christmas!!!
Firmly in Holiday Mode
We’re firmly in holiday mode across the markets, and trade volume reflects it. Corn continues to take a back seat in trade negotiations, with little indication it’s even part of the conversation. That’s not raising alarms, as
United States Hog Inventory Up 1%
WASHINGTON, Dec. 23, 2025 – As of Dec.1, there were 75.5 million hogs and pigs on U.S. farms, up 1% from December 2024 and up slightly from Sept. 1, 2025, according to the Quarterly Hogs and Pigs report published
BASF-National Wheat Foundation Scholarship Accepting Applications Now through End of 2025
Washington, D.C.– BASF has partnered with the National Wheat Foundation (NWF) for the past 9 years to offer scholarships to students with ties to the wheat industry pursuing careers in agriculture. Applications are being accepted until December