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• ▸Soybean prices are down due to profit taking and technical selling.
• ▸Old crop export sales increased to 6.9 million bushels.
• ▸New crop sales reached 65 million bushels, led by China.
• ▸Egypt is also a notable buyer for the 2025/26 crop year.

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• ▸September corn futures fell to $4.41 and 1/2, down 6 cents.
• ▸August soybeans dropped to $11.95, down 7 and 1/4 cents.
• ▸Live cattle prices decreased by $3.05 to $227.07.
• ▸Feeder cattle prices fell to $346.60, down $3.35.

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• ▸Senator Grassley supports the suspension of phosphate tariffs to aid farmers.
• ▸Farmers have incurred $7 billion in additional fertilizer costs due to tariffs.
• ▸The Mosaic Company claims it does not need tariff protections.
• ▸The suspension could lead to lower fertilizer prices for American farmers.

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• ▸Tar spot confirmations in Iowa are increasing this season.
• ▸Most detections are low on the plants with low severity.
• ▸The trend could indicate future challenges for corn yields.
• ▸Growers need to monitor the situation closely.

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• ▸Butter demand is rising, influencing price increases.
• ▸Dry whey prices decreased slightly, indicating mixed market conditions.
• ▸Blocks and barrels of cheese also saw minor price increases.
• ▸Overall, the dairy market remains volatile, affecting pricing strategies.

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• ▸USDA reports strong new crop soybean export sales.
• ▸China is a major driver of this increased demand.
• ▸The week ending July 9th saw one of the largest sales in months.
• ▸Competitive pricing of U.S. soybeans is attracting buyers.

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• ▸Wildfire smoke from Canada is affecting air quality in the Midwest.
• ▸The heat dome and low-pressure systems are influencing airflow patterns.
• ▸Crop health may be at risk due to smoke exposure.
• ▸Farmers should monitor their crops for stress indicators.

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• ▸Research indicates specific timing is crucial for fungicide effectiveness.
• ▸Current disease pressure is influencing fungicide application decisions.
• ▸Corn and soybean farmers need to adapt to changing conditions.
• ▸Timely fungicide application can maximize crop yield and health.

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• ▸The U.S.-China Board of Trade aims to reduce trade barriers and boost hardwood exports.
• ▸Lawmakers are advocating for American hardwood lumber to be prioritized in trade agreements.
• ▸The hardwood industry has lost nearly $10 billion since the trade war began in 2018.
• ▸Southern states like North Carolina and Virginia are key suppliers of hardwood exports.

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• ▸High soil pH can lead to iron deficiency chlorosis in soybeans.
• ▸Iron deficiency chlorosis occurs when plants cannot absorb enough iron.
• ▸Elevated pH levels above 7 create conditions that interfere with iron uptake.
• ▸Farmers in the Upper Midwest should monitor soil pH closely.

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• ▸Wheat prices are rising due to weather concerns.
• ▸Hot, dry weather is impacting crop ratings and yields.
• ▸The crop is developing faster than average, increasing yield risk.
• ▸Northern and western Midwest regions are particularly affected.

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• ▸B20 Club aims to expand biodiesel adoption in Indiana.
• ▸The initiative is expected to increase demand for local soybeans.
• ▸Biodiesel production is linked to emissions reduction efforts.
• ▸Local farmers may benefit from new revenue opportunities.