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After the Bell | September 21, 2021
After the Bell | September 21, 2021

After the Bell | September 21, 2021 Corn ends lower as USDA rating improves and harvest picks up, wheat lower, soybeans higher.

ASF confirmed in Haiti as thousands of migrants swarm the U.S. Border
ASF confirmed in Haiti as thousands of migrants swarm the U.S. Border

The presence of the virus in the Americas paired with a surge in Haitian migrants at our southern border heightens concern the highly contagious disease could make its way to the U.S.

First Thing Today Audio | September 21, 2021
First Thing Today Audio | September 21, 2021

Experts believe a bailout is likely for the beleaguered Chinese real estate firm, the Biden administration reopens international travel and the pork product market takes a dive...

Legislative Crisis: Dems Link Debt Limit to Funding Bill Amid GOP Senate Hurdle
Legislative Crisis: Dems Link Debt Limit to Funding Bill Amid GOP Senate Hurdle

OECD boosts global inflation forecasts | Congestion mounts at Calif. Ports | U.S./U.K. trade

Ahead of the Open | September 21, 2021
Ahead of the Open | September 21, 2021

Ahead of the Open | September 21, 2021 Corn futures seen lower after USDA crop ratings improve and harvest accelerates, soybeans firmer.

First Thing Today | Sept. 21, 2021
First Thing Today | Sept. 21, 2021

Cordonnier warns his U.S. corn & soybean yield forecasts may fall. Gulf terminals slowly coming back online. Inflation will continue to rise over the next two years. Cattle hold up well in the fact of economic jitters.

After the Bell | September 20, 2021
After the Bell | September 20, 2021

After the Bell | September 20, 2021 Grain futures slide as China concerns drive "risk-off" trade in commodity markets.

Regan says new WOTUS will maintain pre-2015 exemptions for agriculture
Regan says new WOTUS will maintain pre-2015 exemptions for agriculture

EPA's administrator also said EPA hopes release that foundational proposal sometime in November.

Corn, soybean CCI ratings rise
Corn, soybean CCI ratings rise

CCI ratings for both crops are still below the five-year averages.

Signal to Noise | September 20, 2021
Signal to Noise | September 20, 2021

Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and AgriTalk host Chip Flory discuss the southern border crisis, the latest on the battle over the infrastructure bill(s), and more...

Corn and soybean inspections improve, but still held back by Gulf port damage
Corn and soybean inspections improve, but still held back by Gulf port damage

Wheat exports held strong and were near the upper end of expectation.

Monday Morning Wake Up Call | September 20, 2021
Monday Morning Wake Up Call | September 20, 2021

Grain and soy futures are under pressure amid broad-based risk-off selling. Livestock futures are lower to start the week as well.

Ahead of the Open | September 20, 2021
Ahead of the Open | September 20, 2021

Ahead of the Open | September 20, 2021 Grain, soybean futures seen lower as global stock markets tumble on China concern.

Major U.S. Equities Sell Off on Rising China Concerns, Economic Anxieties
Major U.S. Equities Sell Off on Rising China Concerns, Economic Anxieties

Senate parliamentarian nixes Dems’ immigration proposal | CR | Debt limit | Recon delay

First Thing Today | Sept. 20, 2021
First Thing Today | Sept. 20, 2021

China’s wheat imports reach highest level in more than two decades. Russian wheat export prices climb for 10th consecutive week. Possibility of a debt default rattles the market.

On Key Issues, House Dems Have to Put Up, But They Won’t Shut Up
On Key Issues, House Dems Have to Put Up, But They Won’t Shut Up

Another RFS rumor | CR | Debt limit | FOMC | Carbon markets | Food summit

USDA analysis skewed by including many small farms and not including non-operating landlords
USDA analysis skewed by including many small farms and not including non-operating landlords

ERS finally released analysis of Biden's plan to change stepped-up basis on inherited assets, and its conclusions don't tell the full story.

After the Bell | September 17, 2021
After the Bell | September 17, 2021

After the Bell | September 17, 2021 Corn futures post weekly gain, wheat futures up 3% on week amid Plains dryness concern.

Vilsack Chides ‘Market-Based’ Component in China Phase 1 Accord
Vilsack Chides ‘Market-Based’ Component in China Phase 1 Accord

Price surges, logistical constraints continue to impact markets and boost inflation

Ahead of the Open | September 17, 2021
Ahead of the Open | September 17, 2021

Ahead of the Open | September 17, 2021 Corn, soybeans futures weaken overnight but still higher on week, wheat futures mixed.

First Thing Today | Sept. 17, 2021
First Thing Today | Sept. 17, 2021

Russia lowers tariff on wheat exports for first time in a month. Biofuel producers pushing for modeling change regarding SAF tax credit eligibility. Pork prices have turned up, but cash market remains under pressure.

After the Bell | September 16, 2021
After the Bell | September 16, 2021

After the Bell | September 16, 2021 Strong export sales boost soybean and wheat futures, corn futures end lower.

Bankers Report Record Farmland Price Index
Bankers Report Record Farmland Price Index

80% of rural bankers in 10-state region say elimination of step-basis will have negative impact on mainstreet economies.

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Dryness expands in southern and eastern areas of the Midwest as growing season wanes

Drought spread across the Central and Southern Plains over the past week, as well as in southern and eastern areas of the Corn Belt, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor.

Market Watch | September 16, 2021
Market Watch | September 16, 2021

Cash spring wheat prices continue to climb.

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Warm, dry outlook concerning for winter wheat producers

Warm weather is likely to continue across most of the Midwest and Plains during October, according to updated weather maps from the Climate Prediction Center. The precipitation outlook for next month is less certain.

Ahead of the Open | September 16, 2021
Ahead of the Open | September 16, 2021

Ahead of the Open | September 16, 2021 Corn futures mixed-weaker after export sales disappoint, soybeans firmer, wheat lower.

Wheat export sales hit new high for 2021-22
Wheat export sales hit new high for 2021-22

In contrast, corn sales slumped to less than 250,000 MT.

First Thing Today | Sept. 16, 2021
First Thing Today | Sept. 16, 2021

Strategie Grains calling for tighter global wheat supplies. Business Roundtable sounds alarm on debt ceiling; Yellen calls McConnell. POET pledges its ethanol will reduce emissions at least 70% vs. gasoline by 2030.

Biden Meets with Sens. Manchin, Sinema
Biden Meets with Sens. Manchin, Sinema

Yellen talks with McConnell re: debt ceiling

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Midweek Cash Markets | September 15, 2021

Corn and soybean basis weaken as harvest picks up and amid Gulf logistics issues due to Hurricane Ida.

After the Bell | September 15, 2021
After the Bell | September 15, 2021

After the Bell | September 15, 2021 Corn, soybean futures post highest closes in over two weeks, wheat futures also higher.

Unexpected rise in NOPA’s August crush
Unexpected rise in NOPA’s August crush

The August crush figure still represented a substantial slowdown in the crush pace from monthly records set the first five months of the crop year.

Ahead of the Open | September 15, 2021
Ahead of the Open | September 15, 2021

Ahead of the Open | September 15, 2021 Corn nears two-week high overnight, soybeans also higher as market awaits NOPA crush report.

Is Energy Price Spike in Europe a Signal for U.S.?
Is Energy Price Spike in Europe a Signal for U.S.?

California governor easily fends off Republican-led recall vote | WaPo comments on Vilsack

First Thing Today | Sept. 15, 2021
First Thing Today | Sept. 15, 2021

Nicholas expected to stall over Louisiana, storms possible in the Ohio Valley. Another light NOPA crush expected to close out marketing year. Pork prices surge.

After the Bell | September 14, 2021
After the Bell | September 14, 2021

After the Bell | September 14, 2021 Wheat futures surge amid concern over Plains heat as winter seeding commences, corn also firmer.

FAPRI expects net farm income to retreat from 2021’s strong level next year
FAPRI expects net farm income to retreat from 2021’s strong level next year

Projected net farm income is expected to reach the highest level since 2013 this year, but net farm income is likely to fall $23 billion in 2022, according to FAPRI.

StatsCan slices its crop estimates, again
StatsCan slices its crop estimates, again

Its crop estimates continue to shrink against the backdrop of a punishing drought.

First Thing Today Audio | September 14, 2021
First Thing Today Audio | September 14, 2021

House Democrats have detailed their proposed tax increases, nearly 50% of U.S. offshore oil production remains out of service and Canada’s cattle and swine herds are likely to contract...

Slightly Lower Than Expected Inflation Data
Slightly Lower Than Expected Inflation Data

Finally, a nominee for ag spot at USTR, but problems with ag trade position at USDA

Ahead of the Open | September 14, 2021
Ahead of the Open | September 14, 2021

Ahead of the Open | September 14, 2021 Wheat futures climb overnight on global supply concerns, corn and soybeans also firmer.

First Thing Today | Sept. 14, 2021
First Thing Today | Sept. 14, 2021

Cordonnier’s corn & bean crop forecasts edge higher. ABARES expects record-setting ag exports for Australia. Neiffer weighs in on proposed tax changes. Nearly 50% of U.S. offshore oil production remains out of service

Crop rating for corn slips as harvest begins
Crop rating for corn slips as harvest begins

Find highlights from USDA's latest crop progress and condition update.

After the Bell | September 13, 2021
After the Bell | September 13, 2021

After the Bell | September 13, 2021 Grain, soybean futures end mostly lower amid export struggles, larger harvest outlook.

Corn CCI rating slips, soybean rating modestly rises
Corn CCI rating slips, soybean rating modestly rises

Both crops are rated nearly 11 points below their respective five-year averages.

Long-term trend for soybeans turns sideways
Long-term trend for soybeans turns sideways

Find updates to our short-term, intermediate- and long-term trends for commodity and key outside markets below.

Signal to Noise | September 13, 2021
Signal to Noise | September 13, 2021

Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and AgriTalk host Chip Flory talk infrastructure bill, Afghanistan, and President Biden's COVID-19 vaccination mandate...

Corn inspections tank amid Hurricane Ida disruptions
Corn inspections tank amid Hurricane Ida disruptions

Soybean inspections were also quite light, though that has been the trend in recent months. Wheat inspections were solid, thanks in large part to more of the grain shipping out of the Pacific Northwest.