Track soybean acreage, basis, exports, irrigated vs. dryland beans, double crop pressure, rotations, and weather sensitivity across U.S. operations.
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AgriTalk · Jul 16, 2026
What’s really happening in the grain and livestock markets this week? As grain prices fluctuate, corn is acting as an anchor for soybean prices, while wheat shows some strength. Meanwhile, the cattle market is...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 16, 2026
Could easing trade tensions between the U.S. and China signal a turnaround for corn and soybean markets? A market analyst highlights that both nations appear poised to roll back tariffs, with the U.S. considering...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 16, 2026
What’s causing soybeans to drop even with robust export numbers? Profit taking and technical selling have pressured soybean prices lower, despite old crop export sales rising to 6.9 million bushels and new crop sales...
AgriTalk · Jul 16, 2026
Could the recent pullback in grain markets signal deeper issues? After reaching new highs, grains closed lower due to profit-taking and resistance levels, with notable selling from farmers. The ongoing conflict in the Black...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 16, 2026
What’s causing the recent drop in corn and soybean prices? September corn futures fell to $4.41 and 1/2, down 6 cents, while August soybeans dropped to $11.95, down 7 and 1/4 cents. This decline...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 16, 2026
What happens when wildfire smoke blankets the Midwest? Recent reports indicate that dense smoke from Canadian wildfires is affecting air quality and potentially crop conditions across the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes. The heat...
AgriTalk · Jul 17, 2026
Could the cattle market be facing unprecedented challenges? Live cattle prices are experiencing a historic downturn, with a 15th consecutive lower close, raising concerns among producers. The discussion highlighted the impact of market dynamics,...
AgriTalk · Jul 17, 2026
Could the recent rally in grain markets signal a turning point for farmers? As of mid-July 2026, grains have posted higher weekly closes, with wheat benefiting from ongoing Black Sea tensions and corn following...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 17, 2026
Could recent weather changes be the key to rising soybean and corn prices? Soybeans saw an uptick due to fund and technical buying, solidifying their weekly gains. The USDA reported significant sales of U.S....
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 17, 2026
What factors are influencing the latest shifts in grain and livestock futures? Recent trading data reveals that September corn prices increased to $4.44 and 3/4, while Chicago wheat also saw a rise to $6.82...
U.S. Farm Report · Jul 18, 2026
What if the future of farming hinges on how Washington manages risk? Recent discussions highlight a proposed $12 billion in farm aid, raising questions about the effectiveness of current safety net programs. Many farmers...
Brownfield Ag News · Jul 17, 2026
What could a significant cool-off mean for crops in the Heartland? The upcoming 6- to 10-day weather outlook indicates cooler-than-normal temperatures in the Great Lakes and Northeastern States, while much of the country will...