Followthrough from strong overnight gains in grain/soy futures. Cattle and hogs also expected to open higher. Outside markets could curb buying in grain/livestock markets.
Corn, soybean and wheat futures gapped sharply higher at the start of overnight trade. While prices remain sharply higher, futures are trading low range this morning.
Corn and wheat futures built on Thursday’s strong corrective gains during overnight trade. Soybeans traded higher initially but failed to sustain the firmer tone.
USDA estimates the drought footprint at 29% for corn (up six points from last week), 22% for soybeans (up seven points), 19% for spring wheat (unchanged) and 68% for cotton (up seven points).
Corn futures traded lower for much of the overnight session but are mildly firmer this morning, while soybeans and wheat are showing stronger corrective gains following Tuesday’s sharp losses.
