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• ▸Nationwide year-round E15 sales are proposed in the new draft.
• ▸Revisions to SNAP cost-sharing requirements could affect funding.
• ▸The bill aims to strengthen domestic biofuels and provide regulatory certainty.
• ▸Farmers in biofuel production may see increased demand for E15.

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• ▸Fertilizer costs have surged, particularly urea, increasing by $300 to $350 per ton.
• ▸High fuel prices are compounding the financial challenges for rice farmers.
• ▸Rice prices have not kept pace with rising input costs, affecting profitability.
• ▸Farmers may need to rethink planting strategies due to financial pressures.

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• ▸NGFA is urging USMCA negotiators to address grain shipment delays.
• ▸Mexico's zero-tolerance soil policy is causing significant border delays.
• ▸Rail transportation issues are compounding the challenges for grain exports.
• ▸The outcome of these negotiations could impact U.S. grain producers' efficiency.

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• ▸The Good Food Pledge encourages collaboration in local food systems.
• ▸It emphasizes purchasing Michigan-grown food to support local farmers.
• ▸The initiative aims to improve access to good food values.
• ▸Local food networks may see increased demand for regional crops.

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• ▸Soybeans and corn are down due to fund and technical selling.
• ▸Favorable weather is easing some concerns about crop damage.
• ▸Traders are closely watching national condition ratings.
• ▸The market is reacting to both selling pressure and weather conditions.

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• ▸Horizon Ag's field day is set for August 4, 2026, in Harrisburg, AR.
• ▸New Clearfield varieties CLL20 and CLL21 will be discussed, promising improved yields.
• ▸The Provisia Rice System's advancements will be highlighted by grower Hank Chaney.
• ▸Peter Bachmann will address market challenges for Southern aromatic rice.

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• ▸Live cattle futures mostly higher, with August up $0.52.
• ▸October live cattle futures down $0.20, indicating mixed market sentiment.
• ▸Feeder cattle prices increased due to lower corn prices.
• ▸August feeders rose by $1.55, reflecting positive market adjustments.

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• ▸Expectations for an average U.S. corn crop this year.
• ▸Critical period for grain fill is approaching in August.
• ▸Weather conditions in the next few weeks will be pivotal.
• ▸Regional variations in weather could impact overall yields.

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• ▸Long-grain rice acreage is at a historic low since 1983.
• ▸One-third of U.S. rice consumption is now imported from Southeast Asia.
• ▸Farmers question the effectiveness of their checkoff assessments and organizational representation.
• ▸Rough-rice exports have decreased by nearly 33% in two years.

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• ▸September corn fell to $4.40 and 3/4, down 5 cents.
• ▸August soybeans decreased to $11.72, down 5 and 1/4 cents.
• ▸Live cattle prices increased by 52 cents, reaching $231.75.
• ▸Feeder cattle rose by $1.55, now at $348.02.

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• ▸Ethanol production is currently high due to strong demand.
• ▸Domestic and global fuel supply dynamics are influencing production levels.
• ▸Scott Richman emphasizes the importance of solid ethanol demand.
• ▸The resilience of the ethanol market may impact crop producers.

Key points pulled from the episode

• ▸Scouting for ear rot is crucial before harvest.
• ▸Ear rots can lead to significant quality loss in grain.
• ▸Impacts of ear rot extend beyond the growing season.
• ▸Effective management strategies can mitigate risks.