Agriculture News
Grain and soy futures are under pressure to open the week. Cattle futures are firmer with lean hogs mixed...
Uncertainty around trade policy was noted across all 12 districts, especially for agriculture.
President Trump floats ‘substantial’ China tariffs cuts.
Grains continue to brush aside much of the headlines on trade/tariffs.
CCI ratings declined notably in Kansas and Illinios over the past week.
Weekly corn and wheat inspections each declined on the week, but exceeded pre-report expectations
Ag futures continue to handle the trade headwinds better than other markets.
Corn, soybeans and wheat are off to a higher start. Livestock futures are higher as well...
Short-term trends are sideways or up for most ag markets.
Japan, Taiwan and others are in talks to negotiate trade deals with U.S.
Placements and Markets both came in a bit higher than the average pre-report estimates.