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Closing Market Report

Todd E. Gleason
Corn
Soybeans
Commodity Markets
Weather Forecast
Agriculture
Wheat
Brazil
USDA Reports
Argentina
Agricultural Economics
USDA
Ethanol
China
Illinois
Soybean
Weather
Tariffs
Weather Patterns
Corn Market
Weather Forecasts

Established 1985 The Closing Market Report airs weekdays at 2:06pm central on WILL AM580, Urbana. University of Illinois Extension Farm Broadcaster Todd Gleason hosts the program. Each day he asks commodity analysts about the trade in Chicago, delves deep into the global growing regions weather, and talks with ag economists, entomologists, agronomists, and others involved in agriculture at the far... more

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The July 2, 2026, edition of the Closing Market Report highlights commodity settlements and a shift toward a weather-driven market. Analyst Matt Bennett and industry leaders discuss the agricultural risks of the USMCA entering an annual review proces... more

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The July 1, 2026, edition of the Closing Market Report covers recent commodity market trends and global weather impacts. The episode opens with a daily market recap, noting gains in corn, soybeans, and wheat futures, alongside slight declines in live... more

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The June 30, 2026, broadcast of the Closing Market Report, hosted by Todd Gleason, provides a comprehensive look at agricultural markets, conservation practices, and weather forecasts. The program begins with Naomi Blohm of Total Farm Marketing analy... more

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This broadcast of the Closing Market Report from June 29, 2026, hosted by Todd Gleason, provides a comprehensive overview of commodity markets, agricultural policy, industry data, and global weather patterns. The program begins with an assessment of ... more

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Jerry Gulke
Commodity analyst from the Gulke Group
Gulke Group
Episode: Jul 02 | Closing Market Report
Jason Franken
Agricultural economist at Western Illinois University
Western Illinois University
Episode: Jul 01 | Closing Market Report
Ad Asit
Agricultural economist at the University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota
Episode: Jul 01 | Closing Market Report
Joe Jansen
Agricultural economist from the University of Illinois and member of the FarmDoc team
University of Illinois
Episode: Jun 30 | Closing Market Report
Nick Seiter
Field crops entomologist from University of Illinois Extension
University of Illinois Extension
Episode: Jun 26 | Closing Market Report
Drew Lerner
Meteorologist with World Weather, Inc.
World Weather, Inc.
Episode: Jun 26 | Closing Market Report
Greg Johnson
Commodity analyst at Total Grain Marketing
Total Grain Marketing
Episode: Jun 26 | Closing Market Report
Catherine DeLong
Water quality program manager at Iowa State University
Iowa State University Extension
Episode: Jun 25 | Closing Market Report
Trent Ford
Illinois State Climatologist based at the University of Illinois.
Illinois State Water Survey
Episode: Jun 18 | Closing Market Report

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CMR | Consolidation in the Fertilizer Industry
Q: Am I correct that consolidation may be the devil behind the price increases and that was the starting point for your look at the fertilizer industry?
The discussion framed consolidation as a long-running trend in the fertilizer sector, driven by input costs, capacity shifts, and industry structure, with the current episode highlighting how nitrogen production is concentrated and how farm size trends interact with policy and market dynamics.
May 11 | Closing Market Report
Q: Are there conservation practices that landowners can adopt to reduce stream bank erosion and phosphorus loss, and should we be trying to mitigate it given its natural role?
Andrew explains that stream bank erosion is a significant but not exclusive source of phosphorus loading, and that while it is a natural process, tiling and strategic water management can influence erosion; practices like shielding banks or using wetlands buffers show promise but vary by landscape and cost.
May 11 | Closing Market Report
Q: So what's the most important thing, do you suppose, for traders to watch this week?
Kurt highlights the upcoming WASDE release and the broader global demand environment as the key drivers, with market momentum supported by funds and potential policy signals.
Apr 20 | Closing Market Report
Q: What does the FAPRI outlook suggest for farm finances in 2026 compared to 2025?
The outlook shows some improvement for corn and soybean producers but remains weak overall due to high input costs, with differences between the crops and livestock sectors.
Apr 06 | Closing Market Report
Q: Well, anything you want to add about the weather or planting pace?
Mark Russo replied that rainfall has been beneficial for soil moisture with a generally seasonal pattern, and while the pace of planting is steady rather than rapid, conditions look conducive to a measured start without major impediments.

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A market-focused show that blends commodity analysis, weather forecasting, and agricultural economics to illuminate current conditions in the Midwest and beyond. Across episodes, expect in-depth discussions of corn, soybeans, and other crops, guided by traders and analysts from agribusiness firms, universities, and extension networks. Weather outlooks from specialized forecasters frequently shape market narratives, while policy notes and crop progress reports provide context for risk and opportunity in farming and agribusiness. A standout trait is its long-running, practical emphasis on how soil health practices, weather patterns, and trade dynamics intersect to influence pricing, planting decisions, and farm profitability.

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