The Ever.Ag Podcast

Cody Koster and Jon Spainhour break down product price movements, shifting global purchasing patterns, and whether strengthening demand can sustain higher dairy prices amid abundant milk production.

Cody Koster and Jon Spainhour break down the latest GDT auction, including gains in milk powders, falling cheddar prices, regional purchasing trends, and what widening global price gaps could mean for US dairy exports.

Cody Koster and John Spainhour break down the October 6 Global Dairy Trade auction, where the overall index rose 1.2%. They discuss continued strength in skim milk powder, weaker cheddar and mozzarella prices, shifting global buying patterns, and declining U.S. dairy exports. The conversation also explores China’s slower purchasing pace and how competitive global pricing is influencing demand for...

Jon Spainhour and Brian Fletcher examine strong Southeast Asian participation, shifting global dairy demand, the price gap between international and U.S. markets, and what the latest GDT results could mean for U.S. dairy exports moving forward.

Cody Koster and John Spainhour break down the latest moves in milk powder, butter, AMF and cheese prices, along with global buying trends and China’s participation.

In this episode of  The Dairy Feed , hosts Jim Matthews and Kathleen Wolfley break down the shifting market dynamics impacting dairyoperations as they look toward year-end and 2027.

Jon Spainhour and Cody Koster break down the latest GDT results, China’s surprising 50% year-over-year increase in purchases, and what shifting New Zealand and European prices could mean for U.S. cheese exports and CME markets.

Jim Matthews breaks down the grain and feed markets ahead of the August WASDE report, including expectations for corn yield and production, recent pressure in corn futures and what current crop conditions could mean for dairy and livestock producers. The episode also covers the recent decline in soybean meal prices, strong corn export and ethanol demand, weather concerns across parts of the Plains...

This week, the team breaks down the recent cattle market selloff, the reopening of Mexican feeder cattle imports and what shifting beef dynamics could mean for dairy farm margins, feed strategies and milk production moving forward.  _ EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES IS A LICENSED INSURANCE AGENCY AND AN AFFILIATE OF EVER.AG. INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IN THIS WEBSITE IS COMPILED FOR THE CONVENIENCE O...

Jim Matthews and Kathleen Wolfley analyze the latest dairy and agricultural market trends, covering a 2.3% rise in milk production, summer heatwave impacts, and weakening cattle prices. They also explore how rising crude oil and grain futures—fueled by Middle East and Black Sea tensions—along with Chinese purchasing activity, are impacting feed costs and farm margins. _ EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES...

Jon Spainhour and Cody Koster break down a stronger-than-expected Global Dairy Trade auction, highlighting gains in milk powders, a sharp drop in New Zealand cheddar, changing export competitiveness and why Southeast Asia—not China—is driving demand. _ Disclaimer: TRADING FUTURES AND OPTIONS ON FUTURES INVOLVES SIGNIFICANT RISK OF LOSS AND MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR EVERYONE. THEREFORE, CAREFULLY CON...

Jon Spainhour and Cody Koster break down the latest Global Dairy Trade auction, where prices fell 4.9% overall. They discuss the sharp decline in New Zealand cheddar, resilient mozzarella pricing, weaker milk powders and what increasing New Zealand offers could mean for global dairy markets in the months ahead. _ Disclaimer: TRADING FUTURES AND OPTIONS ON FUTURES INVOLVES SIGNIFICANT RISK OF LOSS...

This week's episode explores soft US cheese demand, strengthening exports, weather-driven grain volatility and the market risks shaping the second half of 2026. _ EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES IS A LICENSED INSURANCE AGENCY AND AN AFFILIATE OF EVER.AG. INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IN THIS WEBSITE IS COMPILED FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF THE USER. INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM SOURCES BELIEVED TO BE RELI...

Kathleen Wolfley and special guest host Jake Kingsley break down the latest USDA reports, feed buying opportunities and why abundant milk supply could continue to pressure prices.  _ EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES IS A LICENSED INSURANCE AGENCY AND AN AFFILIATE OF EVER.AG. INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IN THIS WEBSITE IS COMPILED FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF THE USER. INFORMATION IS OBTAINED FROM SOURCES BEL...

This week on The Dairy Feed , Jim Matthews and Kathleen Wolfley discuss shifting Midwest weather, grain market volatility, USDA reports, growing milk production and what dairy producers should watch as the second half of the year begins.  _ EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES IS A LICENSED INSURANCE AGENCY AND AN AFFILIATE OF EVER.AG. INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IN THIS WEBSITE IS COMPILED FOR THE CONVENI...

Jim Matthews and Kathleen Wolfley discuss weakening dairy demand, strong cheese exports, energy market impacts, Midwest crop conditions and current grain and feed market opportunities. The episode highlights pressures on cheese pricing, consumer spending trends, favorable crop prospects and feed procurement strategies heading into summer. _ EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES IS A LICENSED INSURANCE AGENCY...

Cody Koster and John Spainhour break down GDT Event 406, where the aggregate index fell 2.8%. They discuss lower prices across butter, AMF, cheese, skim milk powder and whole milk powder, plus historically weak Chinese participation and what it could mean as seasonal auction volumes rise. _ Disclaimer: TRADING FUTURES AND OPTIONS ON FUTURES INVOLVES SIGNIFICANT RISK OF LOSS AND MAY NOT BE SUITABLE...

This week’s Ag Smarter - The Dairy Feed covers weakening dairy markets, key takeaways from USDA’s June WASDE report and pressure on grain prices from growing South American supplies . We also discuss the latest developments in cattle markets, including New World screwworm concerns and risk management strategies for producers. _ EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES IS A LICENSED INSURANCE AGENCY AND AN AFFIL...

Cody Koster and Jon Spainhour break down the latest Global Dairy Trade auction, highlighting weaker powder prices, stronger butterfat markets and a surprising shift in global buying patterns. With China posting its lowest GDT purchasing volume in 15 years and Southeast Asia emerging as the dominant buyer, the discussion explores what these trends could mean for dairy exports and global market dire...

Jim Matthews and Kathleen Wolfley discuss falling feed costs, strengthening dairy markets, ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, and the key factors to watch in June, including US crop development, European milk production and dairy export competitiveness. The episode also features Jake Kingsley’s latest market update "Words From Wichita". _ EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES IS A LICENSED INSURANCE A...

This week on The Dairy Feed, we cover the latest dairy, grain and feed market moves, including updates on milk production, planting progress and price volatility. Special guest Katie Burgess joins the show to discuss major dairy and livestock insurance changes coming July 1, 2026, including updates to DRP, LGM, cull cow coverage and dairy-beef calf insurance. _ EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES IS A LICE...

In this episode of  The Dairy Feed , Jim Matthews and Kathleen Wolfley break down the latest developments impacting grain, feed, dairy, and energy markets. They discuss market reactions following President Trump’s meeting with China’s President Xi, uncertainty surrounding potential Chinese purchases of US agricultural products, and how falling crude oil prices are influencing commodity markets. Th...

In this week’s GDT Tuesday recap, Cody Koster and Jon Spainhour break down the latest Global Dairy Trade auction results from May 19. While the overall auction posted a modest 0.6% gain, butter and mozzarella stole the spotlight with stronger price increases. Plus, the team discusses why international fat markets remain firm while powder markets continue to pressure US competitiveness. Tune in for...

This week on Ever. Ag’s  Ag Smarter: The Dairy Feed , Jim Matthews and Kathleen Wolfley break down the latest WASDE report and what it means for grain, feed, dairy and livestock markets heading into Summer. The team looks ahead to seasonal market pressure, export demand and how producers can think about managing risk. _ EVER.AG INSURANCE SERVICES IS A LICENSED INSURANCE AGENCY AND AN AFFILIATE OF...

In this episode of Ag Smarter: The Dairy Feed, Jim Matthews and Kathleen Wolfley break down a more favorable day for dairy producers, with milk futures moving higher while feed and energy markets pull back. They discuss strength in nonfat dry milk, butter and cheese exports, planting progress, ongoing wheat concerns, Middle East uncertainty, and key risk management opportunities heading into the m...