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U.S. Soybean Costs Outpace Brazil

Published November 5, 2026

U.S. soybean farmers face significantly higher production costs than their Brazilian counterparts. A new farmdoc daily report puts average input costs at $616 per acre in the United States, compared to $416 in Brazil. American farmers spend approximately $66 per…

What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets

Published November 2, 2026

Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says most grain markets remain under pressure following a difficult October. “There aren't many markets right now that are in the hot category,” said Martinson. “Surprisingly, rice continues to be the market that…

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What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Published October 19, 2026

Cattle markets continue to outperform grains as harvest pressure and fund selling weigh on corn, soybean and wheat futures. Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says the list of strong-performing markets is getting shorter. "Right now we'd have to…

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What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Published October 12, 2026

Soybeans remain one of the bright spots in the grain markets, while corn and wheat face growing pressure. Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says strong demand and harvest delays continue to support soybean prices. "Even after Friday, we…

What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Published October 5, 2026

Corn and soybeans are testing the upper end of their trading ranges. Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says soybeans are challenging the $13 mark, while corn is holding above $4.95. The stronger U.S. dollar remains a concern. Martinson…

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What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Published September 28, 2026

Soybean meal remains one of the stronger areas of the commodity markets, supported by tight supplies and strong cash soybean values. Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson says crushers are having difficulty securing enough soybeans to meet meal commitments.…

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Soybean Harvest Brings Some Pleasant Surprises

Published September 26, 2026

Spring Creek Ag owner Ron Truax says soybean yields are better than expected on some of the region’s stronger ground, despite widespread drought stress. “It’s not a great crop, but where they’re good, they’re pretty good.” Lighter soils have fared…

Early Soybeans Delivered

Published September 11, 2026

Scott Sinner, vice president of supply at SB&B Foods in Casselton, says the first new-crop soybeans are already arriving. “With some of the drier areas, the maturity on some of the soybeans has been pushed.” Despite concerns that drought would…

USDA Report Could Bring Grain Market Volatility

Published September 11, 2026

Grain markets are bracing for increased volatility ahead of USDA’s Friday crop report. Ag Bull Trading market analyst Tommy Grisafi said updated corn and soybean yield estimates will be closely watched as harvest begins. “If the USDA stays above 180,…

China Ramps Up U.S. Ag Purchases

Published September 10, 2026

China is on track to meet its latest commitments to purchase U.S. agricultural products. USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg says China is increasing purchases ahead of President Xi Jinping’s visit to Washington later this…

Articles tagged under: Soybeans

U.S. Soybean Costs Outpace Brazil

What’s Hot, What’s Not in the Markets

What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Soybean Harvest Brings Some Pleasant Surprises

Early Soybeans Delivered

USDA Report Could Bring Grain Market Volatility

China Ramps Up U.S. Ag Purchases

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