Soybeans Jump as Cattle Free Falls

Soybeans held steady today as weekend discussions pointed to possible progress in trade talks with China, along with renewed interest from other Asian countries that could boost grain exports. Meanwhile, feeder and live cattle markets struggled, finishing
Monday, October 27th, 2025 Podcast
Soybeans were sharply higher on Monday amid weekend news of trade negotiations between the U.S. and China ahead of a meeting between President Trump and President Xi. That helped corn and wheat to the upside as well
Grains Higher, Cattle Sharply Lower at Midday Monday

Grain markets at midday Monday are feeling the support from the headlines of a U.S./China framework ahead of the scheduled meeting between President Trump and President Xi later this week. Meantime, cattle futures are locked limit lower
First Blast of Snow and Cold Coming Soon?

Could we see our first big round of cold weather and even some snow in parts of the U.S. later this week as we head to Halloween? What is the latest update on Hurricane Melissa and how
Flying Menace: Is Increased Corn Leafhopper Migration Creating Corn Stunt Outbreaks?

Going into 2025, researchers were on high alert for corn stunt and wanted to know if it would become a more common pest. Field sampling this season is providing additional insights into the future prevalence of the
USTR Announces Trade Deals and Frameworks with Southeast Asian Countries

(WASHINGTON D.C.) — On Sunday, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) announced agreements on reciprocal trade with Malaysia and Cambodia and frameworks for agreements on reciprocal trade with Thailand and Vietnam. USTR Ambassador Jamieson Greer