This week, President Donald Trump nominated Dr. Heidi Overton to serve as the next commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), but she faces criticism due to involvement in executive orders and lack of management experience.

Aug. 21, 2026

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Soybeans and wheat turned lower

Grain markets see modest downside corrections overnight

Scouts measured average corn yield potential of 193.98 bu. per acre. Pod counts in a 3’x3’ square averaged 1,362.93.