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ArticleBrownfield Ag NewsJul 30, 2026

Why Are Corn and Soybean Prices Dropping This Week?

Corn and soybean futures are experiencing a downward trend this week.

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What this article covered

Corn and Soybean Price Movements

September corn futures have seen a decline, now priced at $4.45 and 3/4, which is a drop of 3 and 1/4 cents. Similarly, August soybeans are down to $11.77 and 1/4, reflecting a broader trend in grain markets.

Wheat Market Dynamics

In contrast to corn and soybeans, September Chicago wheat futures increased slightly, closing at $6.63 and 1/2, up 2 and 3/4 cents. This mixed performance highlights the varying pressures across different grain markets.

Livestock Market Insights

The livestock sector showed some strength, with August live cattle prices rising to $231.22, up $3.32. However, lean hogs experienced a decrease, closing at $98.42, down $2.25, indicating volatility in meat markets.

Key takeaways

5 things worth knowing

  1. 01

    September corn futures dropped to $4.45 and 3/4, down 3 and 1/4 cents.

  2. 02

    August soybeans fell to $11.77 and 1/4, down 3/4 cent.

  3. 03

    Wheat futures showed a slight increase, closing at $6.63 and 1/2, up 2 and 3/4 cents.

  4. 04

    Live cattle prices rose to $231.22, indicating strength in livestock markets.

  5. 05

    Lean hogs decreased to $98.42, reflecting volatility in the meat sector.

Source figures at a glance

At a glance

What the article covered, in 4 signals

Grain

Downward trend

September corn

Futures dropped to $4.45 and 3/4.

Grain

Declining prices

August soybeans

Futures fell to $11.77 and 1/4.

Livestock

Mixed signals

Live cattle

Prices rose to $231.22.

Livestock

Volatility

Lean hogs

Prices decreased to $98.42.

Questions & answers

Quick answers

What are the current prices for corn and soybeans?

September corn is priced at $4.45 and 3/4, while August soybeans are at $11.77 and 1/4.

How are livestock prices trending?

August live cattle prices increased to $231.22, but lean hogs decreased to $98.42.

What does the increase in wheat prices indicate?

The slight increase in wheat prices suggests mixed market conditions, contrasting with the declines in corn and soybeans.

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