Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: January 8, 2026

Mar. corn $4.46, down 3/4 centMar. soybeans $10.61 and 1/4, down 5 and 3/4 centsMar. soybean meal $303.60, down $1.80Mar. soybean oil 49.45, up 14 pointsMar. Chicago wheat $5.18, unchangedFeb. live cattle $235.27, up 75 centsMar. feeder cattle $357.72, up $2.22Feb. lean hogs $85.87, up $1.07Feb. Class III milk closed at $15.08, down 34 centsFeb.…Continue Reading

Farmer says unclear trade enforcement could hurt ag exports

A farmer says the lack of details and enforcement mechanisms in last year’s trade frameworks could derail any progress that’s been made. Jan TenBensel says it’s a major concern. “These agreements can take years to unfold and we just need to have a steady hand. We have to be able to make sure that all…Continue Reading

Yield adjustments are expected in January USDA report

An ag economist with University of Missouri Extension says USDA is expected to lower corn and soybean yields in the upcoming supply and demand report. “We don’t get a great picture of that yield until you get all of it harvested and you know what’s in the bin.” Ben Brown says the late season dryness…Continue Reading

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