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After the Bell | April 12, 2023
After the Bell | April 12, 2023

After the Bell | April 12, 2023

Outlook for Black Sea Deal Dims | April 12, 2023
Outlook for Black Sea Deal Dims | April 12, 2023

EPA tightens emissions standards, Ukraine accuses Russia of stealing lumber and Yellen downplays IMF concerns...

March Inflation Report Less Than Expected, But Core Prices Stay Elevated
March Inflation Report Less Than Expected, But Core Prices Stay Elevated

EPA’s Vehicle Emissions Standards Proposal Aims to Spur EV Sales

Ahead of the Open | April 12, 2023
Ahead of the Open | April 12, 2023

Wheat futures are expected to lead price gains amid HRW crop concerns and on support from outside markets.

First Thing Today | April 12, 2023
First Thing Today | April 12, 2023

Corn and wheat futures rebounded from Tuesday’s losses overnight, while soybeans pulled back from yesterday’s gains.

IMF Trims Global Growth Forecast, Warns of Hard Landing
IMF Trims Global Growth Forecast, Warns of Hard Landing

IMF expects global growth of 2.8% this year and 3% in 2024, slightly below its forecasts published in January.

After the Bell | April 11, 2023
After the Bell | April 11, 2023

After the Bell | April 11, 2023

PF Report Reaction: USDA unexpectedly keeps corn, soybean ending stocks unchanged
PF Report Reaction: USDA unexpectedly keeps corn, soybean ending stocks unchanged

Traders expected USDA to cut its corn and soybean ending stocks forecasts after March 1 stocks came in lower than anticipated.

Report snapshot: U.S. corn, soybean ending stocks unchanged
Report snapshot: U.S. corn, soybean ending stocks unchanged

USDA kept corn and soybean ending stocks unchanged from March, while traders were anticipating a reduction for both crops. Meanwhile, wheat ending stocks rose as expected.

Mexico to Investigate Impacts of Consuming GMO Corn | April 11, 2023
Mexico to Investigate Impacts of Consuming GMO Corn | April 11, 2023

Traders expect lower corn and soybean carryover in today's report, HRW condition ratings historically low and South American crops have 'turned the corner...'

IMF Releases Updated Forecasts: ‘Chances of a Hard Landing Have Risen Sharply’
IMF Releases Updated Forecasts: ‘Chances of a Hard Landing Have Risen Sharply’

IMF: Global growth of 2.8% this year, 3% in 2024 | U.S. economy expanding 1.6% this year

Ahead of the Open | April 11, 2023
Ahead of the Open | April 11, 2023

Positioning is expected ahead of USDA's April crop reports at 11 a.m. CT.

First Thing Today | April 11, 2023
First Thing Today | April 11, 2023

Soybean futures posted corrective gains overnight, while wheat pulled back from Monday’s gains and corn held near unchanged.

U.S. Renewable Diesel Production Hits Milestone
U.S. Renewable Diesel Production Hits Milestone

U.S. production of renewable diesel hit 5 million gallons a day for the first time in January, the Wall Street Journal reports.

HRW CCI rating declines, SRW rating improves
HRW CCI rating declines, SRW rating improves

The HRW CCI rating remains historically low, while the SRW crop is rated stronger than average for early spring.

After the Bell | April 10, 2023
After the Bell | April 10, 2023

After the Bell | April 10, 2023

Soybean, wheat export inspections rise on the week
Soybean, wheat export inspections rise on the week

USDA reported soybean and wheat export inspections of 669,566 MT and 335,444 MT, respectively; up over 165,000 MT from the previous week. While corn inspections dropped notably.

Monday Morning Wake Up Call | April 10, 2023
Monday Morning Wake Up Call | April 10, 2023

Corn and soybeans are under pressure with wheat futures mixed. Cattle futures are lower although traders foresee higher cash trade again this week. Hog futures are mostly higher to start the week.

Ahead of the Open | April 10, 2023
Ahead of the Open | April 10, 2023

Wheat futures are expected to open firmer, with HRW contracts likely to lead gains amid weather concerns.

Normal Operations Resume at Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
Normal Operations Resume at Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach

EPA vehicle emissions standards rule coming Wed. | Russia comments on Ukraine grain exports

Chart Trends | April 10, 2023
Chart Trends | April 10, 2023

Short-term, intermediate and long-term trends are all bullish for live cattle futures.

First Thing Today | April 10, 2023
First Thing Today | April 10, 2023

Wheat futures traded solidly higher coming out of the extended holiday weekend, while corn favored the downside and soybeans traded mixed.

Wednesday CPI Report Focus Ahead of May 2-3 FOMC Confab
Wednesday CPI Report Focus Ahead of May 2-3 FOMC Confab

IMF/World Bank meetings | Deficit grows | EPA announcement | Biden to Ireland

U.S. Economy Adds 236,000 Jobs in March; Jobless Rate Edges Down to 3.5%
U.S. Economy Adds 236,000 Jobs in March; Jobless Rate Edges Down to 3.5%

Labor force participation rate highest since pandemic began

Some Important SAF Info Ahead
Some Important SAF Info Ahead

The credit could provide a major boon to biofuel products made of wastes and oils, but producers are also eyeing a big new market for corn-based ethanol.

After the Bell | April 6, 2023
After the Bell | April 6, 2023

After the Bell | April 6, 2023

Gasoline Prices Soar | April 8, 2023
Gasoline Prices Soar | April 8, 2023

Markets closed tomorrow to honor Good Friday, Cargill steps lightly on Russian exports and cash cattle surges...

Senate Ag Panel Leaders Ask Budget Leaders for Farm Bill Reserve Fund
Senate Ag Panel Leaders Ask Budget Leaders for Farm Bill Reserve Fund

Senate Ag Committee to gear up action after the Easter break on new farm bill

Ahead of the Open | April 6, 2023
Ahead of the Open | April 6, 2023

Corn and soybeans are expected to open lower on followthrough selling from pressure overnight. Weekly soybean sales were disappointing.

Weekly soybean sales prove lackluster
Weekly soybean sales prove lackluster

USDA reported weekly sales in week ended March 30 were down 55% from the previous week and 42% from the four-week average, while corn sales rose 20% on the week, but were down 26% from the four-week average.

First Thing Today | April 6, 2023
First Thing Today | April 6, 2023

Corn and soybeans faced modest followthrough selling overnight, while wheat futures favored the upside in corrective trade.

Senate Ag Panel Leaders Seek More Farm Bill Spending Via Reserve Fund
Senate Ag Panel Leaders Seek More Farm Bill Spending Via Reserve Fund

Request comes in budget views and estimates letter

Market Watch | April 6, 2024
Market Watch | April 6, 2024

Our updated monthly and quarterly price forecasts.

After the Bell | April 5, 2023
After the Bell | April 5, 2023

After the Bell | April 5, 2023

Beijing Courts E.U. | April 5, 2023
Beijing Courts E.U. | April 5, 2023

Turkey continues to work on Black Sea exports, IRS to release details of $80 billion spending plan and Exxon has high hopes for low-carbon business...

AEI Panel Discusses Crop Insurance, ‘Add Ons’ and Climate Change
AEI Panel Discusses Crop Insurance, ‘Add Ons’ and Climate Change

John Deere & space | Milk rebrand? | Election results in Chicago, Wis. | Trump | Trade policy

Ahead of the Open | April 5, 2023
Ahead of the Open | April 5, 2023

Grain and soy futures traded solidly lower overnight, which is expected to spill into daytime trade.

First Thing Today | April 5, 2023
First Thing Today | April 5, 2023

Wheat futures led losses as grain and soy futures extended this week’s declines overnight.

Midweek Cash Markets | April 4, 2023
Midweek Cash Markets | April 4, 2023

Basis for both corn and soybeans dropped over the past week but remained positive and above average.

Fuel Retailers Urge EPA to Authorize Summer E15 Sales
Fuel Retailers Urge EPA to Authorize Summer E15 Sales

“Total gasoline inventories are lower today than they were last year when EPA issued waivers to address the nation's fuel supply,” the organizations wrote.

After the Bell | April 4, 2023
After the Bell | April 4, 2023

After the Bell | April 4, 2023

Farmer sentiment weakens again in March
Farmer sentiment weakens again in March

Concerns with the commodity price outlook and interest rates weakened farmer sentiment.

South American Crops Stabilize | April 4, 2023
South American Crops Stabilize | April 4, 2023

Yellen assures against bank runs, Kentucky Court bags WOTUS challenge and cash hogs slip again...

Farm-State Lawmakers, USDA Sec. Vilsack Have Blind Spot: Ag Research Funding
Farm-State Lawmakers, USDA Sec. Vilsack Have Blind Spot: Ag Research Funding

Trump in court | California’s snowpack one of largest on record | Judge dismisses Kentucky’s challenge to Biden’s WOTUS rule

Ahead of the Open | April 4, 2023
Ahead of the Open | April 4, 2023

Corn and soybeans are expected to trade lower. Wheat futures are called firmer, though spillover pressure will limit buyer interest.

First Thing Today | April 4, 2023
First Thing Today | April 4, 2023

Wheat futures were supported overnight by the bigger-than-expected decline in crop condition ratings, while corn and soybeans faced mild selling pressure.

HRW CCI rating plunges from last fall
HRW CCI rating plunges from last fall

The HRW CCI rating is well below last fall and year-ago. The SRW rating is above both last fall and last year.

After the Bell | April 3, 2023
After the Bell | April 3, 2023

After the Bell | April 3, 2023

Weekly wheat inspections miss pre-report range
Weekly wheat inspections miss pre-report range

Wheat export inspections in week ended March 30 were reported at 168,543 MT, missing the low-end of the pre-report range by over 130,000 MT. Corn inspections were notable, but still lag last year's pace by nearly 37%.