Fryar Center Podcast

Riley Smith welcomes Dr. Hunter Biram for a deep dive into the latest updates on Arkansas net farm income, which is projected to decline for the second straight year. They discuss the key factors driving this decline, including market conditions, input costs, and weather challenges…

Join your host Riley Smith in this episode of Morning Coffee and Ag Markets as he welcomes Scott Stiles for an insightful discussion on the latest developments in the agricultural sector. Fresh off the press, Scott brings an in-depth update on the WASDE report released on October 11th…

Join Hunter and Ryan in this insightful episode of Morning Coffee and AG Markets as they attend the Southern Extension Outlook Meeting, featuring special guests Dr. Grant Gardner from the University of Kentucky and Dr. Will Maples from Mississippi State University…

Riley is joined by Mr. Scott Stiles via Zoom for our very first remote podcast! Tune in as Scott dives deep into the port strikes on the Gulf and East Coast. He discusses how these disruptions are impacting cotton producers in Arkansas and the broader implications for the global market….

Join Riley and Ryan in this insightful episode of Morning Coffee and Ag Markets as they dive into the OSU Wildlife Food Plot Budgeting Tool. They’ll explore how this innovative tool can transform your land management strategies and enhance your hunting opportunities…

Join Riley and Ryan on this episode of Morning Coffee and Ag Markets for your go-to source on the latest in agricultural markets and financial trends. In this episode, we dive into the recent updates on federal fund rates, exploring the implications of the Fed’s bold 50 basis point cut…

Riley and Dr. Biram are back in the studio at the state office, as they break down how Margin Protection Crop Insurance works, its benefits, and its impact on managing financial risk in agriculture. Whether you’re a seasoned farmer, a new entrant in the industry, or simply curious about how insurance can shield your crops and bottom line…

Join Riley, Hunter, and Ryan gather around the roundtable to dissect the September 2024 USDA Farm Sector Income Forecast. Dive into their expert analysis on how the latest forecast impacts agricultural markets, farm incomes, and what it means for the future of farming…

In this exciting episode of the Morning Coffee and AG Markets podcast, we hit the road to cover the grand opening of the Northeast Arkansas Rice Research and Extension Center! Join Riley, Hunter, and Ryan at the round table as we dive into the latest agricultural insights and developments…

Dr. Loy and Dr. Biram delve into the critical impact of the Mississippi River on commodity markets. They explore how fluctuations in the river’s water levels affect transportation costs, regional basis differentials, and overall market dynamics for agricultural commodities…

Riley and Dr. Biram offer an in-depth analysis of the STAX (Stacked Income Protection Plan) payments for the year 2023. They evaluate the effectiveness of these payments in supporting cotton producers…

Riley and Dr. Loy explore the crucial role of economic indicators in shaping farm income, with a special focus on the federal funds rate. They’ll break down how changes in the federal funds rate, alongside…

Your go-to source for in-depth analysis of the agricultural markets and beyond. In today’s episode, we delve into the historical interplay between fertilizer prices and crop prices…

Welcome to the Morning Coffee and Ag Markets podcast! Join Riley and Dr. Ryan Loy as they dive into a critical topic impacting every corner of the agricultural sector…

Join Riley and Hunter this week on “Morning Coffee and Ag Markets,” where they delve into the intricate world of agricultural policy…

Start your day right with the premiere episode of “Morning Coffee and Ag Markets,” where we introduce you to the trio of Riley, Hunter, and Ryan. In this inaugural episode…