Trade
Harvested acres are estimated at 90.0 million, making this year’s corn crop one of the largest since the 1930s.
“Top of mind across all of agriculture is to see a Farm Bill get across the finish line.”
“It is going to hurt our customers: farmers and ranchers”
Imports
With the latest detection just across the border, animal health officials on both sides are intensifying efforts to contain the outbreak before it spreads further north.
Producers and processors should watch trade policy closely as tariff impacts ripple through seafood markets.
All eyes will be on today’s Cattle on Feed Report, which analysts say could give a clearer picture of where the market goes next.
Exports
Freight volatility and route selection remain critical to soybean export margins and competitiveness.
While short-term volatility remains a risk, softer ocean freight rates in 2026 could improve export margins.
Trade volatility and shifting export destinations increase marketing risk for producers heading into 2026.