Markets Articles
What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
Published September 23, 2019
Spring wheat funds are record short in the markets right now. What’s not so hot? There's a volatile stock market. Advance Trading risk management advisor Tommy Grisafi has more details in this edition of What’s Hot, What’s Not in the…Markets Factor In Wheat Quality Challenges
Published September 20, 2019
The slow spring wheat harvest in the Northern Plains is finally catching the attention of market analysts. "There's some major problems with the spring wheat quality. It had all of the potential in the world and then, sat out in…Doggett: Ethanol Slowdown Impacting Corn Supply/Demand
Published September 20, 2019
Over 15 ethanol plants across the Midwest have announced closures in recent months, while many others are cutting production. During the slowdown, corn and ethanol organizations are awaiting final word from the Trump Administration on if ethanol gallons lost as…It’s “Only a Start” with Soybean Purchases
Published September 19, 2019
The latest development is China will exempt U.S. soybeans, pork and other agricultural commodities from punitive tariffs. "From what we understand, a limited number of companies in China have been given a limited quantity of soybeans they are able to…CHS to Increase Capacity at Fairmont, MN Plant
Published September 19, 2019
CHS is expanding its soybean processing plant at Fairmont, Minnesota. Soybeans are processed into soil at the Fairmont facility before going to the CHS Mankato plant for further refining. Construction is underway and is expected to be completed by the…Analysts Looking for a Market Catalyst
Published September 19, 2019
Funds are holding record or near record short positions in wheat, soybeans and corn, which could lead to a big move higher in the grains if there is a market catalyst. Northern Crops Marketing and Investments President Brad Paulson says…Stronger Commodity Markets Expected Once Combines Run
Published September 18, 2019
S & W Trading market analyst Andy Shissler thinks farmers will see stronger commodity markets once the combines start to run. "In Iowa and Illinois, the corn will have a difficult time getting to black layer. We're going to have…House Democrats Work to Secure MFP Funding
Published September 17, 2019
Efforts are underway to include language in the continuing resolution to help the U.S. Department of Agriculture move forward with the Market Facilitation Program payments. That’s according to House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin Peterson, Livestock Subcommittee Chairman Jim Costa and…U.S.-Japan Trade Deal Sent to Capitol Hill
Published September 17, 2019
The Trump Administration has notified Congress the U.S. and Japan are ready to move forward on a trade deal on agriculture. By sending this formal notification to Congress, President Trump can officially sign off on the agreement. That signing ceremony…