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Yesterday, Deputy Agriculture Secretary Stephen Vaden told farmers at the Farm Progress Show that the Department is considering a short-term “bridge” policy to support crop producers struggling with low prices until new safety-net provisions take effect in 2026.
$15 to $20 per acre decrease in 2026 cash rents projected
Lack of export interest continues to draw attention in soybeans.
China still avoiding buying U.S. soybeans
August 26, 2025
Federal officials confirmed the case on August 4 but did not release information publicly until Reuters broke the news yesterday.
Soybeans lead overnight strength while corn and wheat saw action on either side of unchanged.
Cool weather this week in the Midwest
But Southern Regions Post Declines
Conditions declined but still remain stronger than last year