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Oilseed Highlights

While USDA is forecasting a record U.S. soybean yield this year of 54 bushels/acre (3.63 MT/hectare), there is a great deal of evidence that it may be even higher. Soybean Yield Trial Confirms Huge U.S. Soybean Yields While USDA is forecasting a record U.S. soybean yield this year of 54 bushels/acre (3.63 MT/hectare), there is a great deal of evidence that it may be even higher. Anecdotal reports from many individual farmers indicate they are seeing yields that break the previous record by several bushels. In some cases, the averages are far beyond what anyone could reasonably expect based on those of past years.Possibly the best way to assess the average yields is to consider the results of varietal trials conducted across the Midwest by...

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Russian Grain Markets: 30 March - 3 April 2026 Market overview The Russian grains market remained broadly stable during the week, with a slightly firmer undertone. Export values were mostly steady, while the domestic market moved modestly higher. Broader geopolitical tensions had only a limited...

FOB Prices and Freight Rates App (Updated 8 April)

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Summary of Futures

May 26 Corn closed at $4.49/bushel, down $0.05 from yesterday's close.  May 26 Wheat closed at $5.98/bushel, up $0.0275 from yesterday's close.  May 26 Soybeans closed at $11.5825/bushel, down $0.085 from yesterday's close.  May 26 Soymeal closed at $311.8/short ton, down $4.8 fr...

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