Episode #53 was recorded in the UPL STUDIO! Big thanks to show sponsor John Deere.

In episode 53 of the What the Futures Podcast, host Ryan Denis delves into the rollercoaster nature of the canola market, featuring insights from Kyle at Producer Profit and Quinton from JGL Capital. The episode spans a range of topics including fluctuating canola prices, forward-looking strategies for yellow pea marketing in 2025, the impact of geopolitical events on crop markets, and conference updates. Denis also highlights key learnings from farm meetings and discussions on the benefits of reflecting on the year and recording those wins and losses.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

02:55 Listener Interaction and Flax Market Outlook

05:13 Conference Updates and Announcements

13:17 Special Guest: Kyle on Canola Market Trends

31:52 Market Shifts and Farm Marketing Strategies

35:29 Personal Reflections and Family Moments

37:31 Farm Meetings and Business Strategies

40:04 Current Crop Marketing Trends

46:14 Volatility in the Market and Trading Strategies

52:02 Preparing for the Conference

56:33 Reflecting on 2024 and Market Bias

01:02:06 Closing Remarks and Invitation to Buyers

Episode #52 was recorded in the UPL STUDIO! Big thanks to show sponsor John Deere.

In this milestone 52nd episode of the 'What the Futures' podcast, host Ryan Denis dives deep into the nitty-gritty of crop marketing for Western Canadian farmers. Broadcasting from the UPL studio, Ryan introduces a new studio sign and emphasizes growing the podcast’s subscriber base. This episode features a solo mailbag format where Ryan addresses multiple listener questions on topics ranging from CropShare agreements, grain grading discrepancies, wheat pricing, Trump's impact on agricultural markets, and financial strategies like bull call spreads. Ryan gives insightful updates on malt barley marketing and encourages proactive financial planning for the upcoming months. Further, he shares personal anecdotes, including his current experience as a full-time parent and information about a fundraiser supporting a fellow listener’s family. The episode concludes with conference updates and reflections on the contentious Grain Gateway Canada scenario, offering critical advice for cautious farmer engagement.

00:00 Introduction and New Studio Sign

01:19 Subscriber Call to Action

02:15 Episode 52 Preview

04:12 CropShare Discussion

10:36 Grading System Issues

13:29 Wheat Market Insights

21:23 Bull Call Spreads Explained

26:02 Canola Market Analysis

30:21 2025 Crop Planning

34:09 Shout Out to John Deere

35:21 Positive Moments of the Week

38:33 Supporting a Family in Need

41:12 Conference Updates and Ticket Availability

45:01 Grain Gateway Canada Controversy

54:43 Eating Your Veggies: Crop Insights

58:13 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Episode #51 was recorded in the UPL STUDIO! Big thanks to show sponsor John Deere.

In episode 51 of the What the Futures Podcast, host Ryan Denis dives into key topics crucial for Western Canadian agriculture producers. Ryan kicks off season two by discussing the implications of Trump's election victory on crop markets, including potential trade impacts and tariff concerns. Special guest Roxane Leiverse from Rabobank Canada explores trends in agricultural banking and provides insights on farm expansion, rent popularity, and global market complexities. Weather expert Bret Walts joins to discuss recent weather patterns, winter outlooks, and their implications on farming activities. Featuring a sold-out upcoming conference offering tangible crop marketing strategies, this episode is a riveting guide for making informed farming decisions amid market volatility.

00:00 Welcome to Episode 51

01:46 Special Guest: Roxane Leiverse from Rabobank Canada

03:25 In-Depth Discussion on Agricultural Banking

09:48 Global Food and Agriculture Insights

18:08 Challenges and Trends in Canadian Agriculture

32:19 Upcoming Crop Marketing Conference

37:53 Housekeeping and Sponsor Acknowledgements

40:33 Excitement for the Crop Marketing Meet

42:47 Conference Ticket Giveaway Instructions

45:07 Housekeeping and New Ideas

50:34 Weather and Harvest Updates

56:59 Positive Moments of the Week

01:09:17 Labor Challenges and Solutions

01:13:12 Closing Thoughts