Prayin’ for Rain

Prayin’ for Rain

“We need divine intervention.” That was Governor Spencer Cox recently asking Utahns to pray for rain as exceptional drought conditions grip his state. Basically, it’s bad. Like, really bad. But it’s not only the Salt Lake that’s gradually shrinking. Dry weather is...
The Grain Bin Frenzy

The Grain Bin Frenzy

Grain bin manufacturers and contractors will be rolling up their sleeves for the foreseeable future.“On-farm storage demand is through the roof,” noted Nathan Luff, a Sukup/Brock dealer in Missouri. His take reflects industry vibes that demand this heavy hasn’t...
Say What, WASDE?

Say What, WASDE?

Corn and soybean data stole the show at Tuesday’s WASDE report reveal. The commodity cousins duked it out for the top headline as 2020 corn yield projections tanked and soybean stocks were tight. The rundown: A 3.8-bushel yield drop for corn was the first bomb to drop...
A Rollercoaster Ride: Ethanol in 2020

A Rollercoaster Ride: Ethanol in 2020

2020 has been a bit of a yo-yo for the ethanol industry. Just last month, U.S. fuel ethanol production hit a 9-month high, averaging 975,750 barrels per day. Anticipation for holiday travel gave the industry positive vibes through November. But…there’s always a...