May 24 Corn closed at $4.2675/bushel, down $0.035 from yesterday's close. Jul 24 Wheat closed at $5.53/bushel, up $0.0075 from yesterday's close. May 24 Soybeans closed at $11.3425/bushel, down $0.1525 from yesterday's close. May 24 Soymeal closed at $338/short ton, down $0.7 from yesterday's close. May 24 Soyoil closed at 44.12 cents/lb down 0.88 cents from yesterday's close. Jun 24 Live Cattle closed at $175.375/cwt up $0.05 from yesterday's close. May 24 Feeder Cattle closed at $242.55/cwt up $2.275 from yesterday's close. Jun 24 Lean Hogs closed at $102.7/cwt down $0.025 from yesterday's close. May 24 WTI Crude Oil closed at $82.74/barrel up $0.05 from yesterday's close. &nb...
Key Market Insights Geopolitical Limbo: Geopolitical risk remained a key driver across global commodity markets today. President Trump stated that the Iran memorandum of understanding is not yet final and warned that military action could resume if negotiations fail. Both sides continue w...
Key Takeaways: Drought remains a major threat to global agricultural production, particularly in regions with limited rainfall and growing water scarcity. Commercially available drought-tolerant traits in corn, soybeans, and wheat have generally delivered modest yield improvements, limiting th...
Key Takeaways: Peace at last in the Persian Gulf? Over the weekend, the U.S. announced and Iranian officials confirmed a peace agreement, with formal ratification set for Geneva on 19 June. The announcement means the Strait of Hormuz is set to reopen fully and toll-free within 30 days.&n...
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