Here are a few things to think about during this period of almost non-existent news surrounding the markets:
This is from a press release from the state of South Australia (SA): SA grain growers will not have to access GM technology for at least another six years, after the state government's announcement that its moratorium on GM food crops will continue until at least 2019. That leaves SA as the only mainland state unable to grow commercial GM crops. The moratorium extension announcement was made last week by Tourism Minister Leon Bignell, who said SA's GM-free status was an important part of the state's reputation for producing premium food and wine. "Maintaining the moratorium sends a strong message to consumers of SA food and wi...
What You Need to Know Today: Chinese purchases of U.S. soybeans continued to accelerate, with USDA reporting another 558 KMT sold to China and 236 KMT to unknown destinations. Combined with sales announced Wednesday and Thursday, the latest purchases bring the three-day total to approximately...
Key Takeaways: With the fall calf run now upon us, producers are finally getting a glimpse of what their realized profits will be for 2026. Some producers may have already obtained a strong estimate of 2026 revenues, especially if calves were forward sold in, for example, the mid-summer...
As fall begins, wild migratory birds are starting their seasonal migration. That has the industry and government officials worried about the potential spread, again, of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Some members of Congress have called for the United States to be prepared for a pote...
