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The Cows of Wrath: Here’s What Corn, Cattle, and Quantified Data Are Telling Us About a US Farm Crisis

Barchart experts Darin Newsom and William Osnato explain the facts behind the clickbait when it comes to what’s happening now and what’s next in major agriculture markets.

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Hogs Post Mixed Trade to Close the Week

Lean hog futures were 5 to 27 cents higher in the front months on Thursday, with December and beyond, down 12 to 32 cents. July was still down $2.42 this week. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $97.19 on Thursday afternoon, down 56 cents from the previous day....

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Is the 2026 Soybean Rally Over?

New crop November 2026 soybean futures had been in a bullish trend from early January through May 13, 2026. The new-crop soybean futures have run out of upside momentum and are approaching a test of a critical technical support level.

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Dollar Strength and Crude Oil Weakness Pressure Sugar Prices

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) on Thursday closed down -0.26 (-1.88%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed down -6.90 (-1.53%). Sugar prices settled lower on Thursday, with NY sugar matching Tuesday’s 1.75-month low. Dollar strength and weakness in crude oil prices on Thursday pressured...

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Cattle Fading Lower Ahead of USDA Data

Live cattle futures are trading with midday losses of 97 cents to $1.90. The Thursday Fed Cattle online auction showed no sales on the 1,466 head offered, with bids at $254. Cash trade has been slow this week. Feeder cattle futures are down 50 cents to $1.25 so far at...

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Corn Heading into the Long Weekend with Losses

Corn futures are back down 5 to 6 ½ cents in most front months on Thursday. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price is down 5 1/2 cents at $3.84 1/2. The market will round out the week today, with Friday off in observance of Juneteenth. USDA reported a daily...

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Hogs Slipping Back Lower on Thursday

Lean hog futures are trading with midday losses of 2 to 50 cents on Thursday. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $97.32 on Thursday morning, down 18 cents from the previous day. The CME Lean Hog Index was back up 50 cents on June 16 at $92.43. The...

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Sugar Prices Fall on Dollar Strength and Crude Oil Weakness

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is down -0.27 (-1.95%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is down -6.10 (-1.35%). Sugar prices are falling today, with NY sugar matching Tuesday’s 1.75-month low. Dollar strength and weakness in crude oil prices today are pressuring sugar prices....

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“Survival of the fittest”: Insiders say screwworm could improve the Texas cattle industry, beef

As cases of screwworm infections in the state rise, sellers and buyers believe heightened precautions will benefit consumers.

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Hogs Look to Close Out the Week After Buyers Come in on Thursday

Lean hog futures were down 15 cents in July, but up 20 cents to $1.45 in the rest of the contracts. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $97.75 on Wednesday afternoon, up 18 cents from the previous day. The CME Lean Hog Index was down 16 cents on...

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Cattle Traders Look to Thursday Action

Live cattle futures were up 42 cents in June but down 15 to 75 cents across the rest of the board on Wednesday. Open interest was up 3,469 contracts. The Wednesday Fed Cattle online auction showed no sales on the 1,466 head offered, with 1 lot bid at $400 dressed....

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Soybeans Retreating on Thursday Morning

Soybeans are trading with early Thursday losses of 11 to 12 cents so far. Futures saw marginal gains of 2 to 3 ¼ cents in most contracts on Wednesday, with most contracts fading the USDA export sale announcement, 6 to 8 cents off the highs. Open interest suggested a rotation...

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SNAP changes leave kids without access

GOP backers of Trump’s policy claimed that revisions to the program wouldn’t affect the most vulnerable

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How to choose the best rose for your garden — it’s not just about the scent

Are you choosing the wrong rose for your garden? An expert shares what you need to know.

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Hogs Find Bargain Buyers on Wednesday

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Soybeans Fades Off Early Session Highs on Wednesday

Soybeans saw marginal gains of 2 to 3 ¼ cents in most contracts on Wednesday, with most contracts fading the USDA export sale announcement this morning, 6 to 8 cents off the highs. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was up 1 3/4 cents at $10.79. Soymeal futures were...

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Cattle Close Mixed, with Feeder Bulls Taking Control

Live cattle futures were up 42 cents in June but down 15 to 75 cents across the rest of the board on Wednesday. The Wednesday Fed Cattle online auction showed no sales on the 1,466 head offered, with 1 lot bid at $400 dressed. Feeder cattle futures saw late strength,...

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Sugar Prices Rise on Weak India Monsoon Rains

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.03 (+0.22%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed up +2.30 (+0.51%). Sugar prices moved higher on Wednesday for a second day amid concerns over India’s sugar crop. Late Monday, India’s Meteorological Department reported that India’s...

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Cattle Bulls Taking a Breather on Wednesday

Live cattle futures are up 45 cents in June but down 40 to 50 cents in other front months on Wednesday. The Wednesday Fed Cattle online auction showed no sales on the 1,466 head offered, with 1 lot bid at $400 dressed. Feeder cattle futures are down 40 to 60...

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Hogs Rallying on Wednesday, with a Front Month Exception

Lean hog futures are down 25 cents in July, but up $1.25 to $1.50 in other contracts. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $97.50 on Wednesday morning, up $2.08 from the previous day. The CME Lean Hog Index was down 16 cents on June 11 at $91.93. USDA’s...

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Soybeans Fading USDA Export Sale Confirmation at Wednesday’s Midday

Soybeans are up 2 to 4 cents so far on the Wednesday session, well off the early double digit gains. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is up 2 1/2 cents at $10.77 3/4. Soymeal futures are up 30 to 90 cents, with Soy Oil futures falling another 100...

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Sugar Prices Climb on Concerns Over India’s Sugar Crop

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is up +0.09 (+0.65%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is up +2.70 (+0.60%). Sugar prices are moving higher today for a second session amid concerns over India’s sugar crop. Late Monday, India’s Meteorological Department reported that India’s cumulative...

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USDA Scientists Use Genome Editing to Develop Nutrient-Boosted Lettuce That Grows and Looks Completely Normal in Breakthrough Study

USDA researchers gene-edited lettuce to block red pigment, triggering beneficial flavonoid and antioxidant accumulation — without altering growth or appearance. June 15, 2026.

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Cattle Traders Look to Wednesday as Beef Approaches $400

Live cattle futures were in rally mode on Tuesday, closing with contracts up $3.60 to $5.95 higher. New buying interest was noted, up 4,735 contracts. Cash trade was mostly $255-258 across the country last week. It has yet to take place so far this week. Feeder cattle futures rallied $5.32...

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Hogs Look to Wednesday Trade

Lean hog futures were down 30 cents to $1.77 in the nearbys, with some deferred contracts December and beyond, up a tick to 30 cents. Front months were seeing some long liquidation, with open interest down 6,990 contracts in July. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $97.57 on...

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