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Closing Market Report

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

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 June 12, 2026, Closing Market Report covers recent developments in agricultural markets, regional corporate investments, and long-term weather forecasts. Market analyst Mike Zuzolo notes that wheat and corn surprisingly closed higher despite a be... more

USDA REPORT DAY

The June 11, 2026, Closing Market Report covers updates on agricultural commodity markets, upcoming extension events, agronomic research, and global weather patterns. Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net noted that the USDA's June WASDE rep... more

The June 10th Closing Market Report covers agricultural market trends, crop disease management tools, and global weather impacts. Susan Stroud of NoBullAg.com notes that U.S. corn and soybean markets are facing downward pressure due to favorable June... more

The Closing Market Report from June 9, 2026, details a recent sell-off in commodity markets, with corn, soybean, and wheat prices returning to January lows due to the current absence of a weather premium. The upcoming WASDE report is expected to refl... more

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Recent Guests

Casey Athey
Specialty crops entomologist at University of Illinois Extension
University of Illinois Extension
Episode: Jun 11 | Closing Market Report
Frayne Olson
Agricultural Economist at North Dakota State University Extension
North Dakota State University Extension
Episode: Jun 10 | Closing Market Report
Frane Olson
Agricultural Economist with North Dakota State University Extension
North Dakota State University Extension
Episode: Jun 09 | Closing Market Report
Hifrain Olson
Agricultural economist
North Dakota State University Extension
Episode: Jun 08 | Closing Market Report
Chris Youngmark
Director of the Peoria Next Innovation Center
Bradley University
Episode: Jun 04 | Closing Market Report
Enrique Monaco
Lead author for FarmDoc Daily article on consolidation in the US nitrogen fertilizer industry
FarmDoc Daily
Episode: CMR | Consolidation in the Fertilizer Industry
Jim McDonald
Agricultural economist at the University of Maryland
University of Maryland
Episode: CMR | Consolidation in the Fertilizer Industry
Elizabeth French
Soil biology manager at Waypoint Analytics
Waypoint Analytical
Episode: Jun 01 | Closing Market Report
Naomi Bloom
Market analyst from totalfarmmarketing.com
Total Farm Marketing
Episode: May 26 | 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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