Canola Minute
In the Canola Minute, Northern Canola Growers Association Executive Director Barry Coleman discusses the USDA acreage report and the impact on canola. Click here.
Markets Articles
What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets
The grain markets have taken over the spotlight after a bullish USDA report and renewed geopolitical concerns, according to Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson. Martinson says wheat has become the market leader as escalating conflict involving Russia, Ukraine…
Ceasefire Falls Apart
The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified over the weekend, with both sides launching new attacks across the Middle East. The U.S. carried out multiple strikes against Iranian military targets after Iran attacked a container ship in the…
Russian Wheat Export Capability Hindered
Ukraine says a series of drone strikes has forced Russia to suspend shipping through the Sea of Azov, disrupting a key export route for oil, grain and other commodities. Ukrainian officials say dozens of vessels have been targeted in recent…
Aussie Canola Heading to China
China is giving Australia more access to its market for canola. China, who is the world’s largest canola importer, made trial purchases of Aussie canola in the past year. A broader import license is now available to expand that business.
More Access for Mexican Sugar in the U.S.
The United States and Mexico have reached an agreement on sugar imports. With the deal, the U.S. will import up to 1.15 million metric tons of Mexican sugar for the 2026-2027 marketing year. That’s an increase of over 500 percent…
A Few Surprises in S/D Report
USDA's July Supply and Demand Report came in close to trade expectations, but Total Farm Marketing Senior Analyst Bryan Doherty said there were enough adjustments to lend modest support to grain prices. "Ending stocks for the 2025-26 marketing year came…
Ag Index Launched
The CME Group has launched its Agriculture Index to track the performance of five ag sectors—grain, oilseeds, livestock, dairy and lumber. The monthly update will monitor supply chain issues, consumer purchasing habits and the cost of farm products around the…
Carcass Weights Continue to Rise
To offset the smallest cattle herd in 75 years, beef producers are marketing cattle at heavier weights. "We don't have the cattle, but one way the beef industry can make that up is by adding more pounds," said Tim Petry,…
A Marketing Opportunity for Soybeans
Northland Farm Business Management Instructor Betsy Jensen says now is a good time for growers to evaluate their marketing plans. "All the commodity prices are cousins; they're all related, but soybeans can still have a bit of a rally even…
