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McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast

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25:11

Taking the over or the under? USDA releases Grain...

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/03/31

Corn & soy complexCorn and soybean acres fall within acreage expectations, but what will the numbers actually look like by late June? Stocks seem adequate for both corn and soybeans The difference maker will be where those stocks reside Wheat Not the best fundamental news for wheat buyers All wheat acres forecasted at an all-time low of 43.8 million acres 2026/27 production decline risk is very likely with fewer acres, and the hard red winter wheat crop is currently dealing with a

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17:28

Sugar: Mayhem is everywhere

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/03/27

Forfeitures or no forfeitures is a big questionNearly 1.0 billion lbs of sugar under loan in Idaho Is that a real threat? March planting intentions coming out on Tuesday What to expect: Slight decline compared to last year? Did you miss our Seasonal Market Outlook Webinar on Wednesday? Watch now on our IQ platform! Not an IQ subscriber? Reach out to us to learn more! Host/Expert: Kevin Combs, Vice President – Global Sweeteners Specialist Expert: Craig Ruffolo, Vice President – Commodity

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17:11

Latest updates on weather, war, wheat, economy, &...

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/03/20

W.W.W.Weather + War + Wheat = volatility! Current conditions for winter wheat are growing concerning Some better hope for rain in April? W.E.I. War + Energy + Inflation = economic chaos! Iran waging economic war via energy Inflation expectations are rising Most Fed members now see the funds rate unchanged for 2026 Commodity buyers should be vigilant on near-term coverage Don’t miss our webinar next week! Seasonal Market Outlook Webinar: Navigating the Opportunities & Risks

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17:30

Energy update on a perfectly timed Friday the 13th

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/03/13

Iran’s nuclear option is the Strait of HormuzEmergency oil release reaction was muted Risk remains highly elevated Be proactive about adding soybean oil coverage Our next webinar is fast approaching! Seasonal Market Outlook Webinar: Navigating the Opportunities & Risks Ahead Wed., March 25, 2026 at 2pm ET / 11am PT Clients, be on the lookout for your invite next week, or anyone can sign up now at mckeany-flavell.com Host/Expert: Eric Thornton, Vice President Expert: Shawn Bingham, Director

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23:54

March WASDE: Few changes but pay attention

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/03/10

Corn & soy complex U.S. soy and corn balance sheets relatively unchanged Interesting changes to U.S. soybean oil consumption Wheat No changes in U.S. balance sheet Should USDA have increased exports? Attention shifting to new crop 2026/27 with 2025/26 set in stone Sugar Florida cane production lowered from early February freeze High-tier imports increased Our next webinar is fast approaching! Seasonal Market Outlook Webinar: Navigating the Opportunities & Risks Ahead Wed., March

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18:10

Latest consumer trends weighing on the food &...

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/03/06

New MAHA food pyramid could lead to changing consumption GLP-1 and weight management drugs grow in usage What’s a food and/or beverage manufacturer to do in this environment? Save the date for our next webinar! Seasonal Market Outlook Webinar: Navigating the Opportunities & Risks Ahead Wed., March 25, 2026 Clients, be on the lookout for your invite next week, or anyone can sign up now at mckeany-flavell.com Host: Michael Caughlan, President & CEO Expert: Nicole Thomas, Vice President

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13:27

Recap of the 2026 International Sweetener Colloquium

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/02/27

Held in beautiful Championsgate, FL: How was the weather?Demand for sugar and sweeteners pressured from growing GLP-1 use and SNAP restrictions Tariffs are off and then back on again? 2027 negotiations appear to be in no hurry Host: Michael Caughlan, President & CEO Expert: Kevin Combs, Vice President – Global Sweeteners Specialist

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23:22

Market updates amid today's Supreme Court ruling

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/02/20

WheatWheat is worth watching now: futures rallying to six-month highs Long-term bearish outlook still most likely Sugar Sugar forfeiture risk and product reformulations will be two non-traditional drivers for the 2027 market Soy complex Trade and profitability: soybean supply and consumption may hinge on those factors Energy markets, be it biofuel or crude oil, soybean oil prices are at the mercy of energy markets, domestic politics, and the geopolitical environment Corn Corn acreage

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14:54

"Be mine" for a Valentine's Cocoa market update

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/02/13

World demand downHow’s the weather looking for the mid-crop season? What about surplus? What’s the recent news from Ghana? Arrival numbers have been hard to come by; now we know why! Current market price and recommendations for coverage going forward Happy Valentine’s Day! Host: Eric Thornton, VP Expert: Marilyn Adutwum, Data Analyst

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19:43

February WASDE: How typical for this time of year?

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/02/10

SugarLouisiana record cane crop boosted USDA cleans up 2024/25 delivery figures Wheat Changes minimal (as expected) for wheat Small decrease to food demand bumps up ending stocks Could we reach 1 billion bushels in ending stocks for new crop 2026/27? Corn & soy complex U.S. corn balance sheet showing slightly lower ending stocks; still neutral to bearish Nothing new and enlightening for soybeans or soybean oil, in the U.S. anyway Host: Michael Caughlan, President & CEO

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16:38

Risks shaping the plastic resin market in 2026 with...

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/02/06

Why 2026 feels fundamentally different from prior resin cyclesHow polyethylene supply discipline and inventory management are driving price behavior The growing disconnect between resin indices and real transaction pricing Nonmarket adjustments and why they create confusion—and risk—for buyers What resin buyers should actually be watching right now Host: Nicole Thomas, Vice President – Information Services Guest Expert: Michael Workman, Growth Director at ResinSmart by RTi Global Guest Expert:

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18:17

A big week for the Federal Reserve & future monetary...

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/01/30

Fed leaves rates unchanged as expectedPowell says the levels of uncertainty around employment and inflation have diminished Trump taps Kevin Warsh to head the Fed next PPI inflation comes in a little hot Host: Michael Caughlan, President & CEO Expert: Shawn Bingham, Director of Commodity Risk Management

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9:13

What to expect at next week’s ASGA conference

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/01/23

ASGA is celebrating 50 years of excellence!What will be discussed? Farm incomes dropping Imperative to get beet payments up for the 2026/27 crop year Sugar growers going through generational change Need to support young farmers of America Is the rebound in beet sugar deliveries sustainable? Did you miss our Key Ingredients in 2026 Webinar on Wednesday? Watch now on our IQ platform! Not an IQ subscriber? Reach out to us to learn more! Host: Michael Caughlan, President & CEO

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16:06

Diving deep into wheat reports

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/01/16

Winter Wheat Seedings reportCurrent look at winter wheat conditions and weather U.S. exports capped at 900 million bushels? Recommendations for strategy and coverage Join us next Wednesday, January 21 for our first webinar of the year! Key Ingredients in 2026 Webinar: Anticipate Volatility & Plan Effectively Clients, be on the lookout for your invite, or anyone can sign up now at mckeany-flavell.com Host: Craig Ruffolo, Vice President – Commodity Specialist Expert: Eric Thornton, Vice

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27:15

January WASDE: Corn puts on a show!

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/01/12

Corn & soy complexBearish surprise for U.S. corn via production Soybean ending stocks higher as a result of paltry export demand What gives with U.S. soybean oil stocks? Sugar Louisiana cane production forecast breaks record! Sugar deliveries forecast to drop, but by how much? Wheat Catch up with wheat S&D on this Friday’s pod! Join us Wednesday, January 21 for our first webinar of the year! Key Ingredients in 2026 Webinar: Anticipate Volatility & Plan Effectively Clients, be

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16:30

U.S. economy & weather: Passing grades (for now)

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2026/01/09

EconomyLackluster headline jobs growth with revisions lower Unemployment rate reverses recent uptick Fed still eyes 50-basis-point rate cuts this year Weather NOAA’s latest forecast reveals a potential El Niño in H2 2026? What crops could be affected? Current conditions in the U.S. have been drier due to the weak La Niña weather pattern Join us on Wednesday, January 21 for our first webinar of the year! Key Ingredients in 2026 Webinar: Anticipate Volatility & Plan

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30:35

Our predictions for 2026: On your mark, get set, go!

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2025/12/31

Corn wet millingInvestments made will impact availability of liquid sweeteners Sugar World sugar stays under 17 cents per lb Brazil: Another monster crop STU goes up: 18% by summer More forfeitures during the summer months Wheat U.S. acreage at an all-time low Global production output to be more like last year’s than this year’s output (800 MMT vs. 837 MMT) Soy complex & edible oils Resurgence in biofuel production Conventional canola oil is the least expensive option for a good

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10:19

'Twas the week before Christmas...

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2025/12/19

...and Nicole's got the mic, rhyming her way through a poem that is sure to be liked.Happy holidays from McKeany-Flavell! Host: Michael Caughlan, President & CEO Expert: Nicole Thomas, Vice President – Information Services

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22:22

Soybean oil: A wild ride in 2025! What's next for 2026?

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2025/12/12

Soybean oil futuresWhy do we keep coming back to the same spot? Soybean oil in biofuels A combo of the known and unknown Food consumption Consumer trends of all forms to drive demand GLP-1s: A fad or here to stay? Host: Michael Caughlan, President & CEO Expert: Nicole Thomas, Vice President – Information Services

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10:30

December WASDE: The last one for 2025 & USDA punts!

McKeany-Flavell Hot Commodity Podcast ·

2025/12/09

USDA punts any U.S. production changes to JanuaryExpect more volatility and market attention next month Corn The only change? Increase to exports Soy complex No changes to the U.S. soybean balance sheet Wheat Ditto for U.S. wheat balance sheet: No changes Global wheat production rose further Now a 5% increase vs. 2024/25 Sugar Beet sugar production lowered, while cane increased Host: Michael Caughlan, President & CEO Expert: Eric Thornton, VP Expert: Kevin Combs, Vice

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