This is the week of the Agricultural Outlook Forum. Private economists and market analysts always watch this gathering. This week challenging USDA analysts on soybean marketing projections, no doubt.

The Rev. Billy Graham has died at age of 99. He had suffered from Parkinson’s for more than 25 years. He preached to live audience in more than 185 countries and territories. Born in South Carolina. Met his wife, Ruth, in Chicago. William Franklin Graham Sr. was a dairy farmer. Did you ever watch him preach? Even those of little faith were drawn in by his preaching. Many said he did have a gift from God.