Wednesday, May 6, 2026 8:27AM CDT
Average retail prices for all eight major fertilizers were up from the previous month during the fourth full week of April 2026. Prices for three fertilizers were again up significantly, which DTN designates as anything 5% or more. The remaining five fertilizers were just slightly more expensive.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 12:55PM CDT
While Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and others denounce Brazilian meatpackers and American reliance on foreign beef, Brazilian beef imports to the U.S. continue to soar. The Trump administration has launched at least two trade investigations into Brazil, but neither has led to any specific actions.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 10:28AM CDT
Severe drought is affecting pasture conditions across major cattle-producing states this spring. Nearly 80% of the U.S. beef cow herd is currently impacted.
The May soybean futures chart appears to be forming a bear flag pattern that typically indicates a downward resolution. However, chart patterns are certainly not always highly reli...
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While Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and others denounce Brazilian meatpackers and American reliance on foreign beef, Brazilian beef imports to the U.S. continue to soar. The...
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Commodities brokers advise farmers to develop disciplined grain marketing plans based on production costs, stick to price targets, seek professional guidance and utilize futures an...
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The European Commission's April 2026 proposal to phase out soybeans as a biofuel feedstock by 2030 could threaten U.S. soybean exports for biofuels production to the European Union...
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Last week's fed cash cattle market scored new highs in both the Northern and Southern regions. However, after last week's rally, traders seem on edge about the week ahead.
As President Donald Trump prepares to meet Xi Jinping in Beijing, Democratic congressmen are urging him to completely ban Chinese cars from the U.S. market. Here's a modest proposa...
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In this equipment roundup, DTN/Progressive Farmer looks at high diesel costs hitting returns; March equipment sales down; reports that Cat buys Monarch technology; Fieldwork Roboti...
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Funds have been building a significant net-long position ahead of a potential corn market rally. Whether it turns out to be like the 2020 version is yet to be seen but does need to...
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While DTN/Progressive Farmer staff were busy last week planning for future editorial coverage in 2026 and beyond, they got a chance to celebrate some of their award-winning accompl...
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July corn is down 8 3/4 cents per bushel, July soybeans are down 5 3/4 cents, July KC wheat is down 15 1/4 cents, July Chicago wheat is down 13 1/2 cents, and MIAX July Minneapolis wheat is down 0.1075 cents.
Livestock futures rebounded. Cattle futures recovered some of their recent losses as some of the news circulating about the government looking into the beef industry has now been factored in. Hogs rebounded just on buying due to bottom picking.
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