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During Monday’s roundtable with farmers, Trump said he’ll cut environmental requirements on tractors and other farm equipment, pushing manufacturers to lower prices and make machines simpler to operate and repair.
President Trump unveiled a $12 billion farm aid package yesterday, as producers continue to absorb steep financial hits from ongoing trade disputes, rising costs, and weak commodity prices.
Soybeans continue to lead weakness as have been an anchor on corn and wheat prices over the past couple sessions.
Fed’s FOMC meeting begins today
Commodity-specific payment rates will be released by the end of the month: USDA
Davis tackles the news with Hillari before discussing what to expect from USDA’s balance sheet updates with editor Bill Watts
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says China is making progress on its commitment to buy U.S. soybeans, hitting the “correct cadence,” with purchases expected to wrap by February 2026 — underscoring ongoing trade commitments and support for farmers.
Year-end long live cattle trade has turned a profit for 17 straight years: Peak Trading Research
Corn futures struggle to maintain gains as soybean futures soften. Winter wheat futures are mixed. Cattle and hog futures are mostly lower...