Policy and Positioning Continue to Drive Markets

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What matters most right now in the grain markets may not just be weather or exports, but policy and the headlines attached to it. From trade discussions to geopolitical tensions, outside influences continue to take center stage

Tuesday, May 19th, 2026 Program

Tuesday was a much quieter day in the markets as the grain trade was mixed to slightly lower on the session. After all of the US/China meeting volatility, will weather take center stage? Tyler Schau with AgMarket.net

Markets Quieter on Tuesday

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Grain markets are taking a bit of a breather on Tuesday as we see quieter action after the US/China summit news. We discuss the trade action, crop progress numbers and the outside market picture with Mike Castle,

Corn and Soybeans See Rapid Planting Progress (Audio)

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Crop Progress as of May 18th: Corn Planted: 76%; vs 57% last week; 76% last year Corn Emerged: 39%; vs 23% last week; 47% last year.  USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at notable state planting progress for

NCGA: Africa Holds Opportunity for American Agriculture

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The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA), along with 12 national agricultural associations, is encouraging the Trump administration to remove barriers to biotech products, including corn, so that American exporters can access markets in Africa. The move comes as the