
Ep. 56 July 2025 Short-term Interest Rate Update
Dr. Ryan Loy unpacks the Fed’s decision to hold interest rates steady for the fifth straight meeting and what it means for farm borrowing costs. We also break down rising inflation pressures, the looming August 7 tariff deadline, and how trade tensions could impact input prices and export markets. Tune in for practical insights on navigating agriculture’s financial challenges in today’s uncertain economy.
Week 48: June WASDE Delivers Sharp Reduction in U.S. Rice and Cotton Crops
Week 47: Global Market Prospects for U.S. Long-grain Rice for the Upcoming Marketing Year

Ep. 47 Global Market Prospects for U.S. Long-grain Rice for the Upcoming Market Year
Dr. Hunter Biram and Dr. Ryan Loy sit down with Dr. Alvaro Durand-Morat to discuss the outlook for U.S. long-grain rice in the 2025/26 marketing year. They cover the latest global supply and demand dynamics, including record global rice production and rising use in key markets. The discussion highlights USDA’s projection for lower U.S. rice exports and competition from South American suppliers, as well as trends in rice prices and trade policy developments. Grab your coffee and join us for an in-depth update on the global rice market and what it means for U.S. producers.
Grab your coffee and join us for a timely and thought-provoking conversation!
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