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Sugar Prices Fall on Improved Monsoon Rains in India

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) on Thursday closed down -0.05 (-0.34%), and October London ICE white sugar #5 (SWV26 ) closed down -4.90 (-1.05%). Sugar prices fell on Thursday due to a stronger dollar and the prospect of higher Indian sugar output as monsoon rains continue to improve....

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Hogs Trading with Midday Gains

Lean hog futures are trading with 40 to 60 cent gains at midday. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $101.76 Thursday morning, up 72 cents from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was 56 cents higher on July 21 at $97.08. Weekly Export Sales data showed...

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Cattle Finding Some Buyers on Thursday, with Beef Firming at Midday

Live cattle futures are getting a bounce, with $1.40 to $1.80 gains at midday. Cash trade saw a few $230-232 sales on Wednesday, though there has not been enough to establish a trend. The Thursday Fed Cattle Exchange online auction showed no sales on the 1,530 head, with bids at...

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Soybeans Extending Fresh Highs at Midday

Soybeans are pushing the fresh 2 year highs further at midday, with gains of 5 to 8 cents at midday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is up 5 cents at $12.05 1/2. Soymeal futures were $1.30 to $2.00 higher, with Soy Oil futures up 2 to 7 points....

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Sugar Prices Continue Lower on Improved Monsoon Rains in India

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) today is down -0.04 (-0.27%), and October London ICE white sugar #5 (SWV26 ) is down -5.00 (-1.08%). Sugar prices are lower on today’s stronger dollar and on the prospect for improved India sugar output as its monsoon rains continue to improve. India’s...

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Coffee Prices Fall as USDA Predicts 6% Increase in Global Coffee Production

September arabica coffee (KCU26 ) today is down -7.05 (-2.23%), and September ICE robusta coffee (RMU26 ) is down -86 (-2.27%). Coffee prices are lower today after the USDA forecast late Wednesday that global coffee output in the 2026-27 season will rise by +6.0% (10.8 million bags) to a record...

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Trump’s USDA secretary is sending ‘proselytizing Christian messages’ to government employees, lawsuit claims

Brooke Rollins is unconstitutionally ‘preaching’ to federal workers, lawsuit claims

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Watson Goes Big In the Corn Market

A news story out Wednesday afternoon told us Watson wasn't only adding to its net-long futures position, but making a big bet in call options as well.

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Hogs Look to Thursday Action Following Wednesday Gains

Lean hog futures saw gains of 20 to 75 cents across most contracts, with August the exception, down a nickel. Open interest was up 199 contracts on Wednesday. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $101.08 Wednesday afternoon, up 86 cents from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog...

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H5N1 Bird Flu Has Now Hit Over 1,166 U.S. Dairy Herds Across 19 States, With Idaho Leading the Nation

USDA confirmed H5N1 in more than 1,166 U.S. dairy herds as of July 22, 2026. Idaho leads with 173 infected herds. Here is what consumers and farm workers should know.

Medical Daily

What Grocery Shoppers Should Know About USDA’s Latest Price Forecast

The federal government regularly monitors agricultural data to predict future food retail costs. The United States Department of Agriculture recently released its official price forecast for consumers. This detailed report helps families understand how their grocery bills will change soon. Knowing these official projections allows smart shoppers to adjust their…

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This Fragrant, Hardy Shrub is Quietly Replacing Gardenia – For Abundant Blooms and Scent Without the Stress

Mock orange offers the same intoxicating fragrance with far less fuss

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Hogs Continue Steady Rally to Wednesday

Lean hog futures saw gains of 20 to 75 cents across most contracts, with August the exception, down a nickel. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $101.08 Wednesday afternoon, up 86 cents from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was 48 cents higher on July 20...

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Improved Monsoon Rains in India Undercut Sugar Prices

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) on Wednesday closed down -0.14 (-0.94%), and October London ICE white sugar #5 (SWV26 ) closed down -4.60 (-0.98%). Sugar prices settled lower on Wednesday as India’s monsoon rains continue to improve. India’s Meteorological Department reported on Wednesday that India’s cumulative monsoon rainfall...

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Hogs Extending Climb to Wednesday’s Midday

Lean hog futures are posting modest Wednesday gains of 2 to 70 cents. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $101.04 Wednesday morning, up $2.91 from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was 48 cents higher on July 20 at $96.64. USDA’s pork carcass cutout value was...

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Sugar Prices Tumble as India’s Monsoon Rains Improve

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) today is down -0.19 (-1.28%), and October London ICE white sugar #5 (SWV26 ) is down -5.20 (-1.11%). Sugar prices are under pressure today as India’s monsoon rains continue to improve. India’s Meteorological Department reported today that India’s cumulative monsoon rainfall was 19%...

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FDA Issues 11th Emergency Authorization to Fight New World Screwworm, This Time for Ivermectin in Horses

FDA issued its 11th New World Screwworm EUA on July 15 — ivermectin liquid for horses. The parasitic fly is confirmed in Texas and New Mexico. Here's what horse owners need to know.

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Hogs Look to Wednesday, Following Tuesday Gains

Lean hog futures were up 17 to 42 cents at the Tuesday close. Modest new buying interest was noted, with OI rising 1,629 contracts. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $100.22 on Tuesday afternoon, up $1.33 from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was 51 cents...

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Thomas Massie Slams Congress' $11 Billion USDA Bailout Fix for a Problem the Iran Conflict Created: 'Stop the War'

Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky) has voiced his disapproval of Congress’ decision to seek more than $11 billion for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) as part of supplemental funding for the Iran war.

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Hogs See Modest Strength on Tuesday

Lean hog futures were up 17 to 42 cents at the Tuesday close. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $100.22 on Tuesday afternoon, up $1.33 from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was 51 cents higher on July 17 at $96.16. USDA’s pork carcass cutout value...

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Sugar Prices Settle Higher on Crude Oil Strength

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) on Tuesday closed up +0.06 (+0.40%), and October London ICE white sugar #5 (SWV26 ) closed up +2.10 (+0.45%). Sugar prices settled higher on Tuesday, supported by crude oil's strength. WTI crude oil (CLQ26 ) rose more than +2% on Tuesday to a...

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Hogs Posting Modest Gains on Tuesday

Lean hog futures are up 40 to 57 cents at midday. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $98.13 on Tuesday morning. The CME Lean Hog Index was 51 cents higher on July 17 at $96.16. USDA’s pork carcass cutout value was $2 higher in the Tuesday morning report,...

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Rising Crude Oil Prices Support Sugar

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) today is up +0.15 (+1.01%), and October London ICE white sugar #5 (SWV26 ) is up +3.70 (+0.79%). Sugar prices are climbing today, supported by crude oil's strength. WTI crude oil (CLQ26 ) is up more than +2% today at a 5-week high,...

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Grain Bulls Are Showing Resilience: What’s Keeping Uptrends in Corn, Soybean, and Wheat Prices Alive

August weather will be key for soybeans.

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