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A massive winter storm is about to slam farm country with heavy snow, dangerous ice accumulation, and brutal winds — and producers have one more day to prepare.

In today’s episode of Boots & Bushels, we break down exactly where the snow and ice are expected to hit, how bad it could get, and what it means for livestock operations, grain movement, trucking, rail, and rural power.

We also cover today’s market settlements, including corn, soybeans, wheat, live cattle, feeder cattle, lean hogs, Class III milk, and crude oil — and what these moves mean as the storm approaches.

Inside this episode:

• Heavy snow zones across Nebraska, South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin

• Ice accumulation risks in Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio

• How this storm could disrupt grain basis, feed deliveries, and livestock hauling

• Corn finally ticking higher, soybeans staying soft, wheat bouncing

• Choppy cattle markets, hogs catching a bounce, dairy slipping

• Crude oil pulling back and what that means for farm input costs

• Why this storm matters for winter wheat and spring soil moisture

Whether you’re hauling grain, feeding cattle, milking cows, or planning spring inputs, this is the storm and market update you need before conditions deteriorate.

Boots & Bushels is your daily look at the markets that feed America — covering agricultural markets, weather, livestock, energy, and ag news that actually matters to producers.

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A major winter storm is set to sweep across U.S. farm country this weekend, bringing heavy snow, ice, brutal cold, and serious impacts on livestock, travel, and grain movement. In today’s Boots & Bushels, we break down the storm forecast and what it means for farmers and ranchers — plus the latest futures settlements for corn, soybeans, wheat, cattle, hogs, milk, and crude oil.

We also cover improving export demand, South American weather risks, Mississippi River barge disruptions, renewed Chinese soybean buying, and what to watch heading into the end of the week.

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Corn futures, soybean futures, wheat futures, live cattle, feeder cattle, lean hogs, Class III milk, and crude oil.

Weather, markets, and ag news — all in one daily farm report.

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A major winter storm is shaping up to move across the Plains and Midwest later this week, with heavy snow, strong winds, and dangerously cold temperatures that could stress livestock, disrupt grain movement, and delay deliveries across farm country. Today on Boots & Bushels, we break down what that storm could mean for producers, along with Tuesday’s market closes for corn, soybeans, wheat, cattle, hogs, and crude oil. Grains stayed under pressure from heavy supplies and South American production, while cattle held firm and hogs softened. We also dig into growing stress in the farm economy, export demand trends, South America’s crop outlook, and why USDA numbers are still hanging over the market. Plain-spoken ag news, market context, and real-world farm impacts. Keywords: winter storm, corn prices, soybean futures, wheat markets, cattle markets, lean hogs, crude oil, farm economy, USDA, ag news, commodity markets.

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Today on Boots and Bushels, we break down the latest futures settlements and take a deeper dive into what the newest USDA WASDE report really means for farmers and ranchers.

Corn prices continue to struggle under the weight of large supplies, soybeans find some short-term support, cotton remains under pressure, and rice quietly firms. We walk through today’s grain, livestock, and dairy markets and explain what’s driving price movement — without hype or speculation.

We also expand on the USDA’s latest WASDE report, explaining why higher production and rising ending stocks matter, how demand is shaping price direction, and what this report signals for margins, acreage decisions, and risk management heading into the next growing season.

If you rely on farm markets, USDA reports, and ag news to guide real-world decisions, this daily update keeps things clear, grounded, and practical.

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Corn futures took a hard hit today, dropping nearly 25 cents after a major surprise from the USDA — while livestock markets continue to hold strong.

In today’s Boots and Bushels market update, we break down:

• Why the USDA report shocked the corn market

• What changed in production and ending stocks

• Why prices reacted so aggressively

• Why livestock markets are showing strength despite cheaper feed

• What producers should be watching next

This episode explains what happened and why it matters, without hype or guesswork. Whether you raise corn, feed cattle, or manage risk across both, today’s report reshaped the market conversation in a hurry.

Boots and Bushels is your daily look at the markets that feed America — plainspoken, producer-focused, and built for real farm decisions.

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Markets delivered a quieter close today, but the real story isn’t the day-to-day price move — it’s how agriculture is positioning for what comes next. Grain futures eased slightly while livestock showed strength, and beneath the surface producers and agribusinesses are making early planning decisions that could shape 2026.

In today’s Boots and Bushels episode, we break down today’s CME settlement prices for corn, soybeans, wheat, soybean meal, soybean oil, cotton, live cattle, feeder cattle, lean hogs, and Class III milk. We also look at current weather conditions across major farming regions, and dive deeper into the ag news that’s actually driving decision-making right now — including input timing, capital discipline, regional basis differences, labor considerations, and risk management strategy.

This show is built for farmers, ranchers, and ag professionals who want a clear, steady read on the markets that feed America — without hype, noise, or recycled headlines.

Market commentary for awareness and context only. Not financial advice.

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As the calendar turns, the markets aren’t making big moves — but they are sending signals. Grain futures finished mostly steady, livestock held up better than grains, and the bigger story is how producers, lenders, and agribusinesses are positioning for 2026.

In today’s Boots and Bushels episode, we break down today’s CME settlement prices for corn, soybeans, wheat, soybean meal, soybean oil, cotton, live cattle, feeder cattle, and Class III milk, then zoom out to talk about what really matters right now. From cautious demand and range-bound grain markets to capital discipline, basis and logistics pressure, and decision fatigue after years of volatility, this is a deeper look at what’s shaping agriculture beneath the surface.

We also cover the latest weather patterns across the Midwest, Plains, Delta, and Western U.S., and why weather still matters even when it’s not driving futures prices.

This show is built for farmers, ranchers, and ag professionals who want a clear, steady read on the markets that feed America — without hype, noise, or recycled headlines.

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As the calendar turns toward a new year, agricultural markets are starting to shift their focus away from daily price swings and toward the bigger decisions that will shape 2026. In today’s Boots and Bushels episode, we break down Friday’s CME settlement prices for corn, soybeans, wheat, cotton, live cattle, feeder cattle, and Class III milk, and explain what the markets are quietly signaling as producers head into winter planning.

We also take a deeper look at the forces building beneath the surface — including tighter capital discipline across agriculture, transportation and logistics pressures influencing basis, risk-management fatigue after years of volatility, and how herd dynamics could impact livestock markets well into next year. Plus, a regional weather outlook covering the Midwest, Plains, Delta, and California and why it still matters even when weather isn’t driving prices.

This episode is built for farmers, ranchers, and ag professionals who want a clear, steady read on the markets that feed America — without hype, noise, or unnecessary filler.

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