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Markets were generally firm overnight. That “firmness” then blossomed into a full-fledged, general rally this morning, led by big gains in the soy complex. This morning’s Stats Canada planting report was partly responsible as it showed intended canola and soybean acres were much smaller than expected. That boosted canola markets and spilled into soybeans. There was also more optimism today that next week’s visit to China by several high-ranking U.S. officials, including the treasury secretary, might result in a breakthrough on the trade/tariff issues between the two countries. In addition, there is growing recognition that U.S. export prices for corn and soybeans are now well below South American values. Funds were b...

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Summary of Futures

Mar 26 Corn closed at $4.47/bushel, up $0.0325 from yesterday's close.  Mar 26 Wheat closed at $5.155/bushel, up $0.0575 from yesterday's close.  Jan 26 Soybeans closed at $10.5325/bushel, up $0.04 from yesterday's close.  Mar 26 Soymeal closed at $301.9/short ton, up $0.8 from y...

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