Markets Articles
Brazilian Ethanol Tariff Returns
Published February 3, 2023
Brazil is implementing a 16 percent tariff on ethanol imports until the end of the year. That tax will increase to 18 percent next year. The Renewable Fuels Association is disappointed, saying the U.S. and Brazil should be working together…Cattle Inventory Down Three Percent
Published January 31, 2023
The U.S. cattle inventory totaled 89.3 million had on January one, three percent below one year ago. Beef cow numbers were down four percent while the number of dairy cows was up slightly. The USDA survey is conducted each January…What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets
Published January 30, 2023
In this week's edition of What's Hot, What's Not in the Markets, Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson remains optimistic about the soybean market, especially, in light of recent Argentine rains. The value of the U.S. dollar is seeing…Grain Logistics Improve, Challenges Remain
Published January 27, 2023
After poor performance in 2022, rail service is improving with increased grain carloads and train speeds. However, the USDA Grain Transportation Report says the number of unfilled grain cars is record high. Barge rates and freight rates have fallen in…Seeking Consensus on Federal Orders
Published January 24, 2023
If the International Dairy Foods Association and National Milk Producers Federation can not come to terms on Federal Milk Marketing Order reform in the next month, IDFA will submit its own proposal to USDA. The two groups have been meeting…No Resolution Seen on GMO Corn Dispute
Published January 24, 2023
Mexico’s proposed ban on biotech corn imports brought USDA Undersecretary Alexis Taylor and agricultural trade ambassador Doug McKalip to Mexico City for another round of negotiations. In a statement, the U.S. trade officials said the proposal is not based in…Dairy Markets Trend Lower
Published January 23, 2023
Class III milk prices have generally trended lower. Total Farm Marketing market analyst Naomi Blohm points to the overall milk supply. "The reality is that production has been slowly increasing for the last four-to-five months," said Blohm. The dairy export…An Expanding Market
Published January 23, 2023
Consumer trends were a big topic at the Bean Day conference. "I think a big push is moving towards the ingredient market," said Mitch Coulter, executive director, Northarvest Bean Growers Association. "Dry beans have some of the best protein and…Negotiations Resume Over GMO Corn Exports
Published January 23, 2023
USDA Undersecretary of Trade and Foreign Agricultural Services Alexis Taylor and agricultural trade ambassador Doug McKalip are in Mexico today to discuss trade and biotechnology. Mexico has proposed a ban on biotech corn imports by 2024, a move the Biden…