Last week was pretty disappointing for many financial and commodity markets. Due to that, Mark Oppold notes traders are hoping for a better market performance this week.
Farmers Planting Less Corn, More Soybeans in 2024
American farmers might plant less corn this year than last year, but it will still likely be larger than what USDA previously anticipated. That’s according to data from the March 2024 Farm Futures grower survey. Total corn and soybean acreage will likely vary minimally from last year. Growers expect to plant 92.4 million acres of corn this year, down 2.3 …
Grain Traders Waiting on New Report
Grain traders have been keeping an eye on various issues, and according to Mark Oppold, that includes a report coming out Thursday.
Studying Soil Moisture Maps
Grain traders have been busy studying a soil moisture map and what it could mean for the 2024 crop year. Mark Oppold has more on that, and information about National Ag Day coming up Tuesday.
Watching Advancements in the Grain Markets
While it hasn’t been easy, grain traders hope the advancements in the corn and soybean markets will continue. Mark Oppold has more details.
Predicting Factors for the Upcoming Growing Season
A new report looks at some factors that could affect various crops in the upcoming growing season. Mark Oppold has more on that, but first looks at how some commodities are trading thus far this year.
Choppy Grain Futures Trade
Ahead of another report trading for grain futures has been choppy. Mark Oppold has more details.
Weather Affecting the Grain Trade
Recent weather conditions across certain areas of the country may be a factor with the grain trade this week. Mark Oppold has more details.
Weather Factors Could Affect the Grain Trade
Weather factors could affect the grain trade. Mark Oppold has more on that along with news about a big event coming up this week. .
Factors to Look for in the Grain Trade
Due to moves being made by some traders, Mark Oppold looks at a few factors to be aware of in the grain markets.