Successful Farming Daily, June 18, 2026

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, June 18, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. Key points that are impacting the commodity markets today include the Iran peace deal in relation to global energy markets. Many are pushing for vessels to resume moving through the Straits of Hormuz, and the global weather. Ethanol output fell slightly, with the Midwest experiencing the lowest level in three weeks. Feeder cattle futures saw a slight increase, and the CME feeder cattle index was up 2 cents. Wholesale box beef prices were mixed, with Choice boxes down and Select boxes up. Flood warnings were issued for northern Illinois due to excessive rainfall, and more rain was expected in western and central Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices