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More Stringent Sanctions Possible for Iran

Published August 20, 2026

President Donald Trump is warning of tougher economic sanctions on Iran as pressure builds over the Strait of Hormuz. Trump says the U.S. could target more parts of Iran's economy. “We have things that we could sanction. We have very…

Ceasefire Expires

Published August 17, 2026

The 60-day ceasefire between the United States and Iran expires today. No formal negotiations have been scheduled between the two sides. With the ongoing uncertainty, only five cargo ships moved through the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend. That compares…

U.S. Oil Reserves Fall Below 300 Million Gallons

Published August 13, 2026

The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve has fallen below 300 million gallons for the first time since the early 1980s. Global oil supplies are being pinched by the ongoing war with Iran and the lack of movement through the Strait of…

On-Again, Off-Again Negotiations With Iran Are Back On

Published August 3, 2026

President Trump says U.S. talks with Iran are scheduled to begin today as the administration seeks a diplomatic solution to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address Tehran's nuclear program. Trump delayed potential military action to allow negotiations to move…

What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Published July 13, 2026

The grain markets have taken over the spotlight after a bullish USDA report and renewed geopolitical concerns, according to Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson. Martinson says wheat has become the market leader as escalating conflict involving Russia, Ukraine…

Ceasefire Falls Apart

Published July 13, 2026

The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified over the weekend, with both sides launching new attacks across the Middle East. The U.S. carried out multiple strikes against Iranian military targets after Iran attacked a container ship in the…

Trump Hosts Rose Garden Dinner for Agriculture

Published June 28, 2026

President Donald Trump welcomed farmers, ranchers and agricultural leaders to the White House Thursday night, using the event to highlight trade initiatives, ethanol policy and proposed financial assistance for agriculture. The Administration plans to use frozen Iranian funds to purchase…

High Risk Scenario Through the Strait

Published June 22, 2026

There are conflicting reports regarding the movement of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. The Trump Administration says the Strait is open, while Iran says it is closed. Both sides agreed to reopen this important waterway when the memorandum of…

U.S. and Brazil Competing for the Available Fertilizer Supply

Published June 17, 2026

With the Strait of Hormuz reopening, Heartland Investor Services Commodity Trading Advisor Eugene Graner is focused on the movement of fertilizer out of the Persian Gulf. Brazil imports 85 percent of its fertilizer and will be competing with the U.S.…

Peace Out

Published June 15, 2026

An interim peace deal is in place between the United States and Iran. President Donald Trump made the announcement on social media, saying he authorizes the toll-free opening of the Strait of Hormuz. Trump also said the naval blockade will…

Articles tagged under: Iran

More Stringent Sanctions Possible for Iran

Ceasefire Expires

U.S. Oil Reserves Fall Below 300 Million Gallons

On-Again, Off-Again Negotiations With Iran Are Back On

What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Ceasefire Falls Apart

Trump Hosts Rose Garden Dinner for Agriculture

High Risk Scenario Through the Strait

U.S. and Brazil Competing for the Available Fertilizer Supply

Peace Out

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