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Crops Analysis | July 21, 2021 SRW, HRW wheat futures rise sixth straight day, new-crop corn, soybeans firmer on dryness concern.

Midmorning update on commodity market action.

The weather forecast remains concerning, Putin says he will work to curb food prices in Russia and the Federal Maritime Commission will conduct audits on major shippers...

Vilsack says more aid coming | Slim odds for axing corn-ethanol mandate

Ahead of the Open | July 21, 2021 Grain, soybean futures mostly higher as Midwest, Plains dryness trims crop potential.

A high pressure ridge could lead to more drying in western Corn Belt, Northern Plains. USDA isn’t the only one missing the mark on Canada’s wheat crop. Odds are low for a proposed bill to end corn-ethanol mandate.

Reuters is reporting the White House delayed rulemaking on RFS. More freezing temperatures likely for Brazil in the days and weeks ahead. CRP signup deadline is Friday.

After the Bell | July 20, 2021 Weather concerns push grain and soybean futures higher, hog futures up on strong pork market.

Crops Analysis | July 20, 2021 Grain, soybean futures surge higher as USDA crop ratings disappoint, Midwest dryness worries linger.

Livestock Analysis | July 20, 2021 Hog futures end higher on tight supplies, firm demand, cattle futures under pressure from sliding beef prices.

The Biden administration has delayed its annual rulemaking process regarding its biofuel blending mandates under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) for 2021 (2022 for biodiesel), Reuters says in an exclusive report.

Midmorning update on commodity market action.

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

Brazil's safrinha corn harvest progress lags year ago, squabbles continue over the infrastructure bill and the Biden administration blames China for a cyber attack...

USDA nearing $7.4 billion in Biden admin.-issued pandemic aid

Ahead of the Open | July 20, 2021 Grain, soybean futures expected to open higher following lackluster USDA crop ratings.

Grain and soy futures rallied overnight amid a concerning forecast for some areas and lower-than-expected corn and spring wheat condition ratings.

Find highlights from today's Crop Progress and Condition Report.

Spring wheat ratings dive again, as hot, dry weather bakes crop.

The spring wheat CCI rating is now 38.1% below the five-year average for this date.

After the Bell | July 19, 2021 Wheat futures extend gains as crop bakes in Northern Plains heat, corn and soybeans little-changed to lower.

Livestock Analysis | July 19, 2021 Hog futures finish mostly lower but pork market remains firm, cattle futures mixed.

Crops Analysis | July 19, 2021 Soybean, soyoil futures tumble as crude price nosedive, wheat futures higher on dryness

Pro Farmer Washington Analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and host Chip Flory discuss the highlights of last week in D.C. 

Midmorning update on commodity market action.

Export inspections of corn, soybeans and wheat were all in line with expectations, with the corn tally holding above 1 MMT and wheat inspections nearing 500,000 MT. Soybean futures were light, as expected.

Corn and wheat futures are higher with weakness in the soy oil market limiting buyer interest in soybeans. Cattle futures are under pressure with lean hogs mixed.

Ahead of the Open | July 19, 2021 Grain, soybean futures expected to open higher on dryness concerns.

Biden administration blames China for Microsoft Exchange email hack

Spring wheat still soaring amid weather woes, with the warm dry forecast for the western Corn Belt concerning. China’s grain imports are still soaring. Its Sichuan province reported ASF in illegally transported piglets

Hurdles ahead, but go-it-alone Dems want it bad

Funding issues stall talks on physical infrastructure measure

USDA raises its 2021 beef export forecast, trims total supply for 2022. July rural mainstreet index shows strong rural economies. Pork processors lost their line speeds appeal.

Weather will be the focal point next week as heat is expected to build, especially in the northwestern Corn Belt, where extreme temps are likely. Wheat has taken on a rare summer leadership role.

Weather will be the focal point next week as heat is expected to build, especially in the northwestern Corn Belt, where extreme temps are likely.

Rising cash and wholesale values boosted hog futures Friday.

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Soybean, spring wheat cash prices surged this week.

A midmorning update on commodity market action.

Social Security benefits COLA likely to be largest in decade | Billions paid in child tax credits

Spring wheat futures exploded overnight amid U.S. and Canadian crop woes. USDA announced a daily SRW sale to China this morning.

Extreme heat coming for spring wheat country. Brazil’s corn contract washouts could be the highest since 2016. Xi raises food security to national security concern. Germany confirms its first cases of ASF in farm pigs.

Worrisome long-term weather maps for spring wheat country and into the western Corn Belt. NOPA’s June crush slows more than anticipated. Schumer plans to tee up infrastructure vote next week.

Some profit-taking moved into the corn and soybean markets, while spring wheat continues to rally, pulling winter wheat futures higher in the process. Cattle and hog futures saw a choppy day of trade.

Afternoon commentary on hog and cattle market action.

Afternoon update on commodity market action.

The data signals USDA is likely too high with its soy crush forecast.

Monthly economic condition survey finds continuing strong growth in rural areas of the Midwest.

The National Weather Service's 30- and 90-day forecasts favor continued warm, dry weather for these areas.

Mid-morning update on commodity market action.