In a "Markets Now" interview, Darin Newsom asserted that "fundamentals win in the end," explaining that grain markets face continued pressure from ample supply and declining export demand, while cattle markets remain strong due to tight supply and robust demand, attracting fund money.
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The composite of the grain and oilseed sector of the commodities asset class edged lower in Q2 and over the first six months of 2025. Prices remain near lows, and the sector is now in the heart of the 2025 growing season for the crop year.
An ag economist says corn and soybean futures will be monitoring the energy markets in the short-term. Allendale’s Greg McBride tells Brownfield the conflict with Iran has caused crude oil to have some volatility. “When it comes to corn, beans, wheat or anything like that, at this time of the...
Ohio State’s soybean and small grains agronomist says early season weather challenges have some farmers considering their replant options. Laura Lindsey says overall, it’s been a hard year. “Some farmers were able to take advantage of some good planting in April, but the month of May was extremely wet across...
Darin Newsom discusses mixed grain and livestock markets, attributing crude oil support to Middle East tensions and explaining gold's rally due to global distrust in the U.S. dollar, while noting financial indices appear toppy and grain markets remain range-bound due to ample supply and a lack of significant weather issues, with wheat seeing a slight pop from short covering and hail concerns.
Corn futures are trading with 2 to 5 cent gains on Friday, in a seemingly reluctant (compared to other grains) pop into the weekend. The front month CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price is up a nickel at $4.20. Crude oil is backing off the overnight highs, with gains of...