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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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• ▸Corn prices are negatively impacting soybean values, creating market tension.
• ▸Wheat prices are showing resilience, contrasting with corn's downward pressure.
• ▸August live cattle are on a 14-session losing streak, raising concerns among producers.
• ▸The USDA plans a major overhaul of agricultural data collection to improve accuracy.

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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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• ▸Wheat prices surged due to Black Sea tensions, closing at two-month highs.
• ▸Corn broke key resistance levels, closing above $4.69, signaling potential upward movement.
• ▸Soybeans closed above $12 for the first time in a long time, supported by record crush numbers.
• ▸Cattle markets are under pressure, hitting new lows with lower cash prices reported.

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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.

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• ▸September Chicago wheat rose 32.5 cents to $6.77 and 1/2.
• ▸September corn increased by 9 cents to $4.47 and 1/2.
• ▸August soybeans saw a rise of 9.5 cents to $12.02 and 1/4.
• ▸Mixed results in livestock futures with live cattle down and feeder cattle up.

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• ▸USDA reports 254.005 million broiler-type eggs set, a 1% increase year-over-year.
• ▸Average hatchability of broiler eggs is 79.3%.
• ▸195.709 million broiler-type chicks were placed for meat production.
• ▸There was a slight weekly decline in egg sets but overall growth continues.