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McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast

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Corn
Soybeans
Wheat
Sugar
USDA
Tariffs
Soybean Oil
Cocoa Market
Edible Oils
Cocoa
Federal Reserve
Mckeany-Flavell
Brazil
El Niño
WASDE
Weather
USDA WASDE
La Niña
Biofuels
Inflation

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Latest Episodes

• Exiting forward guidance

• Five new tasks forces to help steer policy

• Hawkish tone in general

• A commitment to deliver price stability

• Next week, don’t miss our Live Seasonal Market Outlook webinar!

• Wed., June 24, 2026 at 2pm ET / 11am ... more

• Corn & soy complex

• U.S. corn crop looks great so far, much to be determined regarding global production for 2026/27

• Bio-based diesel consumption of vegetable oil indicated as strong domestically and globally.

• Wheat

• Small crops get small... more

• Corn crop in the ground on time

• Will it lose acres to soybeans?

• Entering a high-demand period

• Will the upcoming World Cup provide a spike in HFCS use?

• Next week: Ingredion must announce its intention to make a formal bid for Tate & Lyle... more

• Looking toward the “futures” and determining “good value”

• Soybean oil futures market evolution since the start of the Iran war

• What happened in deferred contracts?

• Is palm oil next?

• Comparing the last strong El Niño event against an imp... more

• Sugar

• Beet crop progress is a mixed bag but still optimistic for a good crop

• Cane production appears to be progressing well despite winter freeze

• Sweets & Snacks Expo

• Who attended this year?

• Flavors and promotions seen on the floor

more

• Forecasted Super El Niño and its effect on cocoa

• Expect dry conditions: Is it already occurring?

• High fertilizer prices and how they will impact 2026/27 production

• Chocolate manufacturers heeding the demand of consumers

• What are some al... more

• Wheat

• Wow! goes the WASDE for wheat

• USDA gives bullish outlook

• Another wow!

• Hard red winter wheat production down 36% YOY

• 2026/27 ending stocks projected down sharply

• Corn & soy complex

• 2025/26 changes relatively nominal

• Cor... more

• How to build a product for the long term in the GLP-1 space

• How to market to Gen Z and Millennials

• Combating “wellness fatigue” as a brand with a case study

• See Sarah at Sweets & Snacks Expo, Supplier Showcase, May 18 at 2pm

• Our next we... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Muller
National Account Sales Manager for Jogue
Jogue
Episode: Discussing consumer trends with Sarah Muller of Jogue
Eric Thornton
Vice President at McKeany-Flavell
McKeany-Flavell
Episode: Weather & the jobs market
Shawn Bingham
Director of Commodity Risk Management at McKeany-Flavell
McKeany-Flavell
Episode: Weather & the jobs market
Nicole Thomas
Vice President at McKeany-Flavell
McKeany-Flavell
Episode: Taking the over or the under? USDA releases Grain Stocks & Prospective Plantings reports
Craig Ruffalo
Vice President at McKeany-Flavell
McKeany-Flavell
Episode: It’s Labor Day! That means fall & corn sweetener negotiations have commenced
Craig Ruffolo
Vice President, McKeany-Flavell
McKeany-Flavell
Episode: Recapping this year’s ASA International Sweetener Symposium
Kevin Combs
Vice President, McKeany-Flavell
McKeany-Flavell
Episode: July WASDE: Big buyers, consumption assumptions, & the effects of the BBB
Michael Workman
Growth Director at ResinSmart by RTi
RTi Global/ResinSmart
Episode: It’s plastic! Resin discussion with Michael Workman & Kevin Mekaru of RTi Global
Kevin Mekaru
Senior Business Unit Leader, Commodity Plastic Resin
RTi Global
Episode: It’s plastic! Resin discussion with Michael Workman & Kevin Mekaru of RTi Global

Hosts

Mike Caughlan
Host of the McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast Series; CEO/President at McKeany-Flavell
Kevin Combs
Vice President / host who guides discussions and shares market insights
Nicole Thomas
Vice President, Information Sales and Services; subject-matter expert in commodity markets
Eric Thornton
Vice President focused on market analysis and outlook across grains and related markets
Mike Coughlan
Host and CEO of the podcast series; long-time organizer of discussions

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

June WASDE: All quiet on the WASDE front, mostly
Q: What were the most notable changes in the wheat balance sheet in this WASDE?
The wheat balance sheet saw a further reduction in winter wheat production by 18 million bushels and a half-bushel drop in yield, which fed through to lower stocks. Spring and durum wheat were described as having signs of potential improvement later, but the near-term narrative remained tighter for wheat overall.
Discussing consumer trends with Sarah Muller of Jogue
Q: Can brands successfully target both Gen Z and Millennials with a single product, or is differentiated messaging more effective?
There is overlap—both groups want impactful flavors and engaging visuals—but messaging should be tailored: Gen Z favors discovery and bold visuals, while Millennials seek balance, wellness integrated into busy lives, and nostalgic cues.
Discussing consumer trends with Sarah Muller of Jogue
Q: From your perspective, how would you advise brands to build products in the GLP-1 space for the long term?
Brands should not solely chase GLP-1 consumers but instead align with broader behavioral shifts such as higher protein, lower sugar, portion awareness, and digestive wellness, while maintaining great taste and texture to ensure wide appeal.
Sugar: Mayhem is everywhere
Q: How might the upcoming planning intentions report affect producers?
They anticipate small acreage adjustments and caution that intentions are not commitments, with possible shifts in beet acreage and storage considerations depending on price signals and imports.
Predicting the unpredictable: Weather, wheat, & the economy
Q: What did the Fed signal in this meeting that could influence commodity markets?
The Fed signaled a slow tightening path via balance-sheet reductions rather than aggressive rate cuts, implying tighter financial conditions that could support higher real interest rates and affect commodity financing and demand.

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This show centers on commercial intelligence for agricultural and food markets, blending market updates with practical risk management guidance. Episodes frequently explore sugar, grains, cocoa, and edible oils, tying together WASDE releases, weather-driven crop realities, energy price dynamics, and policy shifts. Live segments from trade shows and industry events offer on-the-ground color, while guests—who are often McKeany-Flavell professionals or subject-matter experts—bring data-driven insights on consumer trends, crop economics, and hedging strategies. A notable strength is the clear emphasis on actionable guidance for buyers, suppliers, and risk managers, including planning reminders, webinars, and analytic tools that help navigate vo... more

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