Successful Farming Daily, August 20, 2026

U.S. crop concerns are fueling risk buying in grain markets as lower corn yield estimates and declining soybean pod counts raise questions about 2026 production. SF Daily host Lorrie Boyer breaks down the latest market moves, weather threats, and livestock action. 🌾 Wheat: Grain markets find support as traders monitor tightening crop expectations and shifting demand. 🌽 Corn & Soybeans: Pro Farmer findings point to weaker yields and pod counts, adding production uncertainty ahead of harvest. 🐄 Livestock: Live cattle futures fell $1.47 to $205, while feeder cattle dropped $2.37 to $492. 🌦️ Weather: Flash flood warnings covered parts of Indiana and Ohio, while extreme heat threatens Oklahoma and Arkansas. 📈 Other major market news: Ethanol production fell to its lowest level since July 10, while inventories climbed to 25.112 million barrels. SF Daily delivers fast, actionable agriculture news covering grain markets, livestock, weather, USDA reports, and ag business. Subscribe to SF Daily for weekday updates on grain markets, agriculture news, farm weather, livestock, and the stories shaping American agriculture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices