Data has been lacking with the government shutdown. Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics and Consulting does not believe it has been a significant detriment to the markets because weekly export inspections have been available. “I think we’re getting long in the tooth, though, at this pointt with almost 40 days,” said Zuzolo. “Because this is such a critical time for both grains and livestock, we need numbers to direct us in terms of buying decisions for fertilizer, acreage decisions, do I buy feed if I’m a livestock producer, or do I hold pat? I think as we get closer to the holidays, it gets more and more important.”
