Trade
“Ethanol was very competitive as a fuel last year.”
“They’ve agreed to certain things, but I’m not happy with it.”
“Top of mind across all of agriculture is to see a Farm Bill get across the finish line.”
Imports
Exports
Recent USDA export sales data show China has been active in the U.S. market, but analysts tell RFD-TV News that the timing is a key clue.
Cattle markets are watching the Cattle-on-Feed Report for signs of tighter supplies, while USMEF warns limited China access is cutting producer profits.
Weather-driven transportation disruptions can tighten logistics, affect basis levels, and delay grain movement during winter months.