USDA Reports
Historic data shows it may be too early to write off a return to normal conditions
USDA projects U.S. 2026-27 ending stocks lower for corn, wheat, and soy compared to last year
A majority of the crop is rated very poor to poor in five key states
A stream of potentially market-moving events offers important test after a pullback from recent highs.
USDA condition ratings show a slight uptick in winter wheat rated good-to-excellent
Following a major stakeholder meeting, USDA is boosting survey sample sizes and moving data-focused offices out of D.C. to rebuild farmer trust and improve the accuracy of its agricultural reports.
U.S. wheat ending stocks were raised slightly
Drought in the Plains shows impact in initial survey results
USDA is urging farmers to respond to 2026 acreage surveys as skepticism grows over recent corn acreage revisions. Officials say stronger participation is key to maintaining the accuracy and credibility of crop reports.