OPEC+ Outlook: OPEC+ is expected to approve a modest oil output hike of 137,000 barrels per day for December 2025, signaling a cautious approach amid supply glut concerns. Despite adding 2.7 million bpd since April, new Western sanctions on Russia are complicating production plans. Oil prices have rebounded from $60 to $65 per barrel, supported […]
Energy Market Update – November 6, 2025 Read More »
Energy UpdateOPEC+ Output Strategy Modest Increase: OPEC+ will raise production by 137,000 barrels per day starting in November. Purpose: A cautious move to maintain market stability and avoid oversupply. Market Reaction: Traders see it as slightly bullish, reflecting ongoing geopolitical risks and uncertainty about winter demand. Spare Capacity Shrinks: Continued output increases since March (totaling 2.7
Energy Market Update – October 8, 2025 Read More »
Energy, Energy UpdateGeopolitical Developments Middle East Tensions Intensify Israel has expanded its military operations with a targeted airstrike in Doha, Qatar, aimed at Hamas leadership. The strike, which killed five Hamas members, has drawn strong criticism from both Qatar and the U.S., with concerns it could derail ongoing ceasefire negotiations. Qatar, a key mediator in Gaza peace
Energy Market Update – September 10, 2025 Read More »
Energy Updateby: Kevin Jones President, CEO As we reflect on the current state of our business, it’s important to acknowledge the challenges we’ve encountered this past year and the resilience we’ve demonstrated in overcoming them. The agricultural sector has faced significant headwinds, from weather conditions to declining market prices, yet our cooperative has remained steadfast in
Grounded by Purpose, Strengthened by Challenges Read More »
NewsletterNuWay-K&H Agronomy Account Managers Weed control in both corn and soybean fields was one of the biggest challenges this past season. As we reflect on the year, we also want to share updates from recent customer trials and offer early recommendations for 2026, particularly around managing weed pressure more effectively and maximizing input efficiency. This
Trial Results and 2026 Planning: Weed Control & Fall Prep Read More »
Agronomy, Newsletterby: Brad Henning, Seed Director As the summer months fly by, harvest will soon be right around the corner which means now is the perfect time to start (or continue) evaluating corn hybrids and soybean varieties for the 2026 planting season. Of course, yield remains the number one goal when selecting products for your operation.
Plotting for Success: Choosing the Right Hybrids Before Harvest Read More »
NewsletterThe U.S. economy showed stronger-than-expected growth in the second quarter, with GDP rising at a 3.0% annualized rate, outpacing the 2.4% forecast, after a contraction earlier this year. However, economists caution the number may be distorted by trade activity and inventory fluctuations. Inflation came in cooler than expected at 2.1%, leading to tempered expectations for
Energy Market Update – July 30, 2025 Read More »
Energy UpdateA fragile ceasefire has taken hold between Iran and Israel after 12 days of intense conflict, brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump. The U.S. joined the war by striking Iranian nuclear facilities with bunker-buster bombs, though a preliminary intelligence assessment suggests the attacks only temporarily set back Iran’s nuclear program by one to two months.
Energy Market Update – June 25, 2025 Read More »
Energy UpdateRussia’s oil and gas revenue dropped 35% year over year in May to 512.7 billion roubles ($6.55 billion), as lower global oil prices and sanctions continued to pressure the Kremlin’s finances. Revenue also declined 53% from April, prompting the finance ministry to cut its June forecast and raise the projected 2025 budget deficit to 1.7%
Energy Market Update – June 6, 2025 Read More »
Energy UpdateGoldman Sachs sees modest upside risk to its WTI crude price forecast for 2025 and 2026, citing recent U.S.-China trade de-escalation as a key driver. The bank estimates a $3–$4 per barrel upside to its base WTI forecast of $56/bbl in 2025 and $52/bbl in 2026. While reduced recession risk supports prices, Goldman still expects
Energy Market Update — May 14, 2025 Read More »
Energy Update
