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Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, May 12, 2026, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning.

Grain markets are steady, with light profit-taking in corn and soybeans, and wheat leading due to deteriorating winter crop ratings. The energy complex is rallying due to potential Iran tensions, and the Consumer Price Index is expected to rise 0.6% due to higher energy costs. Corn inspections dropped to 1.69 million metric tons, soybean assessments rose to 655,294 metric tons, and wheat inspections increased slightly. Livestock markets were mixed, with cattle under pressure and hogs higher. Dry weather and fire risks were noted in several states, and freeze warnings were in effect in northern Michigan.

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