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• ▸Wheat futures are experiencing a rally this month.
• ▸The surge is linked to geopolitical tensions in the Black Sea.
• ▸Concerns about wheat exports from Russia and Ukraine are rising.
• ▸Market analysts suggest this could lead to tighter supplies.

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• ▸White mold thrives in cool, wet conditions after soybean canopies close.
• ▸Dense canopies reduce air movement, increasing disease risk.
• ▸Farmers need to monitor conditions closely to manage potential outbreaks.
• ▸The timing of this threat is critical for soybean yields.

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• ▸Timely rains have kept Nebraska's soybean crop on track.
• ▸August is critical for moisture to finish the crop.
• ▸Current conditions are favorable, but uncertainty remains.
• ▸Farmers are closely watching weather forecasts for August.

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• ▸AFBF projects over $32 billion in losses for major row crops by 2027.
• ▸Historic inflation since 2021 has exacerbated financial pressures on farmers.
• ▸The financial outlook raises concerns about the sustainability of crop production.
• ▸Farmers may need to adapt strategies to cope with rising costs and losses.

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• ▸Mexico lifted import restrictions on U.S. pork products.
• ▸Restrictions were due to a pseudorabies outbreak in Iowa.
• ▸Erin Borror highlighted the importance of this change for U.S. producers.
• ▸The removal of limits may enhance trade relations with Mexico.

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• ▸Soybeans are rising due to fund and technical buying.
• ▸Hot weather is expected to return, stressing crops.
• ▸Traders are watching for new demand from China.
• ▸USDA's sales numbers are anticipated to influence market sentiment.

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• ▸Star of the West Milling Company is investing $79 million in a new food-grade corn mill.
• ▸The facility will be the first of its kind in Michigan, located near the Indiana and Ohio borders.
• ▸This project aims to provide corn farmers with better marketing opportunities.
• ▸The mill revitalizes a historic 160-year-old facility in Quincy, Michigan.

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• ▸Farmers are facing significant challenges that threaten yield potential.
• ▸Hoegemeyer offers new hybrid genetics suitable for various conditions.
• ▸Adaptability of crop genetics is crucial for maintaining productivity.
• ▸Understanding these challenges is vital for farmers this season.

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• ▸September corn rose to $4.62, up 9.25 cents.
• ▸August soybeans increased to $12.33, up 13.5 cents.
• ▸August live cattle fell to $223.20, down $3.47.
• ▸Feeder cattle prices dropped to $341.17, down $8.37.

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• ▸Ohio State's new facility focuses on dairy management education.
• ▸The $60 million investment includes advanced technology and automation.
• ▸A second teaching robot has been added to enhance learning.
• ▸The facility aims to prepare students for real-world dairy industry challenges.

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• ▸Broiler placements are 2% higher than last year.
• ▸USDA reports 253.883 million eggs incubated last week.
• ▸Hatchability rate steady at 79.3%.
• ▸195.352 million chicks placed into production.

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• ▸Corn growers associations are pressing for a quicker investigation into fertilizer prices.
• ▸The Senate Judiciary Committee is being urged to expedite the inquiry.
• ▸High fertilizer costs are a significant concern for corn producers.
• ▸The resolution to the pricing issue may take time, according to industry leaders.