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Hogs See Mixed Wednesday Action

Lean hog futures closed mixed on Wednesday, with contracts down 40 cents to 30 cents higher on the session. Open interest was up 1,115 contracts. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $82.60 on Wednesday afternoon, down $1.98 from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was down...

Barchart · Sep 17

Wisconsin farmer turns vintage trailer into Airbnb; income beats livestock sales

As farming challenges mount, many farmers are finding solace in agritourism. Brit Thompson has successfully transformed her Airstream trailer into a popular Airbnb rental, highlighting the trend's potential for financial stability. By tapping into agritourism, families can secure additional revenue streams, maintain ownership of their land, and engage in diversification…

The Times of India · Sep 17

Only Two in Three U.S. Teens Ate Any Fruit on a Given Day as Intake Drops with Age

A new CDC report finds 66% of U.S. teens ate any fruit on a given day, compared with 92% of preschoolers. Here is what parents should know.

Medical Daily · Sep 16

Signs of Improving Global Supplies Weigh on Coffee Prices

December arabica coffee (KCZ26 ) closed down -2.10 (-0.74%) on Wednesday, and November ICE robusta coffee (RMX26 ) closed down -51 (-1.47%). Coffee prices extended their three-week-long decline on Wednesday, with arabica falling to a 2.5-month low. Coffee prices have been under pressure over the past three weeks on the...

Barchart · Sep 16

Hogs Back to Mixed Midweek Action

Lean hog futures are mixed on Wednesday, with contracts down a dime to 52 cents higher. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $84.58 on Wednesday morning, down $2.37 from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was down another 61 cents on September 14 at $86.60. USDA’s...

Barchart · Sep 16

Soybean Pulling Back on Wednesday

Soybeans are trading with contracts 3 to 4 cents lower across the front months at midday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is down 3 3/4 cents at $12.56 ¾. Soymeal futures are back down $1.50 to $2, with Soy Oil 80 to 95 points lower. USDA will update...

Barchart · Sep 16

Signs of Weak Demand Undercut Sugar Prices

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) is down -0.05 (-0.28%) today, and December London ICE white sugar #5 (SWZ26 ) is down -3.40 (-0.65%). Sugar prices extended this week’s losses today and fell to 1.5-week lows. Signs of weak physical demand for sugar are weighing on prices today after...

Barchart · Sep 16

Coffee Prices Pressured by Improved Global Supply Outlook

December arabica coffee (KCZ26 ) is down -1.80 (-0.63%) today, and November ICE robusta coffee (RMX26 ) is down -40 (-1.15%). Coffee prices extended their three-week-long decline today, with arabica falling to a 2.5-month low. Coffee prices have been under pressure over the past three weeks on the outlook for...

Barchart · Sep 16

South Carolina SNAP Rules Will Block Candy and Sugary Drinks Starting Nov. 1—USDA Seeks Public Comment

South Carolina SNAP shoppers will soon face new restrictions on what they can buy with their benefits, including candy, energy drinks, certain soft drinks, and other sweetened beverages.

Grocery Coupon Guide · Sep 16

Hog Weakness Continues, as Traders Look to Wednesday

Lean hog futures were lower on Tuesday, with contracts down 60 cents to $1.70.b Open interest was up 5,392 contracts on Tuesday. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $84.58 on Tuesday afternoon, up $1.76 from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was down another 73 cents...

Barchart · Sep 16