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ArticleBrownfield Ag NewsJul 23, 2026

What’s Shifting in Grain and Livestock Futures This Week?

Grain and livestock futures show mixed movements with corn and soybeans rising slightly while wheat declines.

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Source summary

What this article covered

Current Market Movements

The grain and livestock markets are experiencing mixed movements this week, with corn and soybeans showing slight increases while wheat prices decline. This could indicate shifting supply and demand dynamics.

Implications for Farmers

For farmers in the Delta region, these price changes may influence planting decisions and crop rotations. Increased corn and soybean prices could lead to more acreage dedicated to these crops.

Livestock Market Trends

The upward trend in live cattle and feeder cattle prices suggests a robust market for livestock producers, which may encourage investment in cattle operations.

Key takeaways

5 things worth knowing

  1. 01

    September corn rose to $4.64, up 2 cents.

  2. 02

    August soybeans increased to $12.37, up 4.5 cents.

  3. 03

    Chicago wheat fell to $6.96, down 9.5 cents.

  4. 04

    Live cattle and feeder cattle prices are trending upward.

  5. 05

    Lean hogs also saw a slight increase, indicating livestock market strength.

Source figures at a glance

At a glance

What the article covered, in 4 signals

Grain

Mixed signals

September corn

Up 2 cents to $4.64

Grain

Rising

August soybeans

Up 4.5 cents to $12.37

Grain

Declining

Chicago wheat

Down 9.5 cents to $6.96

Livestock

Strengthening

Live cattle

Up $2.20 to $225.40

Questions & answers

Quick answers

What are the current prices for corn and soybeans?

September corn is priced at $4.64, and August soybeans are at $12.37.

How are livestock prices trending?

Live cattle prices are up to $225.40, and feeder cattle have increased to $343.77.

What is happening with wheat prices?

Chicago wheat has declined to $6.96, down 9.5 cents.

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