The Latest Breaking News from USDA

Weather Concerns in Brazil Push Sugar Prices Higher

Oct NY world sugar #11 (SBV23 ) on Wednesday closed +0.42 (+1.77%), and Oct London white sugar #5 (SWV23 ) closed +9.90 (+1.43%). Sugar prices Wednesday moved higher as weather risks in Brazil sparked short covering in sugar futures. Forecaster Maxar Technologies said heavy rain is expected in Brazil's sugar-growing...

Barchart · Aug 16, 2023

USDA grant to help support FFA chapters at Kentucky schools

The Kentucky Department of Agriculture is getting federal grant funding from the USDA to help support Future Farmers of America programs across school districts.

WEKU · Aug 15, 2023

Barchart Predicts Corn Yield Above The USDA’s Latest Forecast

Today Barchart released its end-of-season Crop Production and Yield Forecasts for U.S. corn and Soybeans. The latest report sees end-of-season yield at 177.9 (bu/ac) for Corn, which is 2.9 (bu/ac) above the USDA’s latest forecast. The latest report sees end-of-season yield at 50.8 (bu/ac) for soybeans, which is 0.1 (bu/ac)...

Barchart · Aug 15, 2023

Sunday Scaries: What I'm Watching This Week In The Grain Markets

A deep dive into the corn outlook after the USDA's most recent update.

Barchart · Aug 13, 2023

Where are Corn, Soybean, and Wheat Prices Headed as the USDA Report is Released?

Over the past month, prices for corn, soybeans, and wheat have been volatile. Where could their prices be headed next?

Barchart · Aug 11, 2023

What Went Awry in Corn, Soybeans, and Wheat Friday?

I was asked about my thoughts on Friday's USDA supply and demand guesses for corn, soybeans, and wheat. In response, here is my Report Review.

Barchart · Aug 11, 2023

Sugar Rallies on the Outlook for Smaller Global Supplies

Oct NY world sugar #11 (SBV23 ) on Friday closed +0.38 (+1.59%), and Oct London white sugar #5 (SWV23 ) closed +6.10 (+0.88%). Sugar prices Friday climbed to 1-week highs and settled moderately higher on positive carryover from Thursday when the International Sugar Organization (ISO) projected a decline in 2023/24...

Barchart · Aug 11, 2023

Kentucky state agencies enter new agreement with USDA to strengthen forest protection

The Commonwealth and the United States Department of Agriculture signed an agreement meant to boost forest health across the state.

WEKU · Aug 10, 2023

Sugar Rallies as the ISO Projects a 2023/24 Global Sugar Deficit

Oct NY world sugar #11 (SBV23 ) on Thursday closed +0.24 (+1.01%), and Oct London white sugar #5 (SWV23 ) closed +3.90 (+0.57%). Sugar prices Thursday posted moderate gains and found support on a report from the International Sugar Organization (ISO) that projected a decline in 2023/24 global sugar production...

Barchart · Aug 10, 2023

Sugar Prices Close Higher as Crude Oil Rallies

Oct NY world sugar #11 (SBV23 ) on Wednesday closed +0.26 (+1.11%), and Oct London white sugar #5 (SWV23 ) closed +7.60 (+1.12%). Sugar prices Wednesday closed moderately higher as strength in crude oil supported prices. WTI crude (CLU23 ) rallied to an 8-3/4 month high Wednesday, which benefits ethanol...

Barchart · Aug 9, 2023