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Aghost Grains Close

GENERAL COMMENTS:December corn closed up 3 1/2 cents and March corn was up 3 3/4 cents. January soybeans closed up 4 cents and March soybeans were up 6 cents. December KC wheat closed down 4 3/4 cents, December Chicago wheat was up 1 cent and December Minneapolis wheat was down 4 3/4 cents.The U.S.

Ont Farm Market News Pm Livestock Summary For November 8

ONT Farm Market News PM Livestock Summary for November 8 Here is the Country Auction Report as collected by the Beef Farmers of

Canadian Financial Close:

Canadian Financial Close: Loonie dips below 72 U.S. cents By MarketsFarm

Dtn Cattle Close/trends

USDA MARKET NEWS--AFTERNOON CATTLE REPORT 11/08/24 VOLUME USDA TOTAL RANGE DTN PRACTICAL RANGE WT AVG

Aghost Livestock Close

Friday ended up being a mixed day for the livestock complex, as although the deferred lean hog contracts closed higher, most of the livestock complex closed slightly lower. Throughout the day, some more cash cattle trade was reported, and Southern live cattle were marked at $187 and Northern dressed cattle at $294 -- both of which are $3 lower than last week's weighted average.

Dtn Chart Technical Points

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Dtn National Hrs Index

Farm Market News - Soybean And Wheat Report For Fri, November 8

FARM MARKET NEWS - SOYBEAN AND WHEAT REPORT FOR Fri, November 8 Exchange rate was 1.3902 up 0.0047

Farm Market News - Corn Report For Fri, November 8

FARM MARKET NEWS - CORN REPORT FOR Fri, November 8 Exchange rate was 1.3902 up 0.0047

Canadian Financial Close:

Canadian Financial Close: Loonie up after Fed cuts rates By MarketsFarm

Ont Farm Market News Pm Livestock Summary For November 7

ONT Farm Market News PM Livestock Summary for November 7 Here is the Country Auction Report as collected by the Beef Farmers of

Aghost Grains Close

December corn closed up 1 1/4 cents and March corn was up 1 1/2 cents. January soybeans closed up 22 1/2 cents and March soybeans were up 22 3/4 cents. December KC wheat closed down 5 cents, December Chicago wheat was down 1 3/4 cents and December Minneapolis wheat was down 3 cents.

Aghost Livestock Close

It was a mixed day for the livestock complex as although the futures contracts closed higher, the market saw some pressure from its fundamentals as both pork cutout values and boxed beef prices closed lower.

Dtn Chart Technical Points

DTN Chart Technical Points 11/07 16:30 DTN FUTURES 10 11/07/24 SLOW STOCHASTIC

Dtn Cattle Close/trends

USDA MARKET NEWS--AFTERNOON CATTLE REPORT 11/07/24 VOLUME USDA TOTAL RANGE DTN PRACTICAL RANGE WT AVG

Dtn National Hrs Index

Farm Market News - Soybean And Wheat Report For Thu, November 7

FARM MARKET NEWS - SOYBEAN AND WHEAT REPORT FOR Thu, November 7 Exchange rate was 1.3855 down 0.0064

Farm Market News - Corn Report For Thu, November 7

FARM MARKET NEWS - CORN REPORT FOR Thu, November 7 Exchange rate was 1.3855 down 0.0064

Trade Should Top Trump Ag Agenda

Indiana farmer Kip Tom, co-leader of the Farmers and Ranchers for Trump Coalition, urges quick action in the new Trump administration on trade deals as well as regulatory reform, to support U.S. farmers' competitiveness globally. Tom is among the early candidates listed for USDA secretary.

Ont Farm Market News Pm Livestock Summary For November 6

ONT Farm Market News PM Livestock Summary for November 6 Here is the Country Auction Report as collected by the Beef Farmers of

Canadian Financial Close:

Canadian Financial Close: Loonie, gold down after Trump re- election

Dtn Cattle Close/trends

USDA MARKET NEWS--AFTERNOON CATTLE REPORT 11/06/24 VOLUME USDA TOTAL RANGE DTN PRACTICAL RANGE WT AVG

Aghost Livestock Close

It was a rallying day for the livestock complex as by Wednesday's end all three of the market closed higher thanks to the added support of the equity market's strength. No cash cattle sales have been noted yet, but packer demand should improve on Thursday.

Dtn Chart Technical Points

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Dtn National Hrs Index

Dtn Aghost Early Word Grains

December corn is up 1 cent per bushel, January soybeans are up 7 1/2 cents, December KC wheat is up 2 1/2 cents, December Chicago wheat is up 4 1/2 cents and December Minneapolis wheat is up 2 1/4 cents.

Farm Market News - Soybean And Wheat Report For Wed, November 6

FARM MARKET NEWS - SOYBEAN AND WHEAT REPORT FOR Wed, November 6 Exchange rate was 1.3919 up 0.0095

House And Senate Races Still Undecided

Republicans captured control of the U.S. Senate for the first time in four years, but there are still four Senate races too close to call. There are 52 House races still to be decided that will determine control of the House.

Trump Begins To Look Ahead

The election came down to Donald Trump carrying rural areas by wide margins while Vice President Kamala Harris won the urban and suburban areas by smaller margins than President Joe Biden four years ago. Republicans also won control of the U.S. Senate.

Aghost Livestock Close

As the entire U.S., and arguably the rest of the world, wait for the U.S. presidential election results to come in, the livestock complex traded mixed throughout most of Tuesday's trade as all eyes are fixated on seeing who will become the 47th President of the United States.

Dtn Cattle Close/trends

USDA MARKET NEWS--AFTERNOON CATTLE REPORT 11/05/24 VOLUME USDA TOTAL RANGE DTN PRACTICAL RANGE WT AVG

Canadian Financial Close:

Canadian Financial Close: Loonie keeps positive momentum By MarketsFarm

Dtn Chart Technical Points

DTN Chart Technical Points 11/05 16:30 DTN FUTURES 10 11/05/24 SLOW STOCHASTIC

Dtn National Hrs Index

Dtn Aghost Early Word Grains

December corn is down 1 1/4 cents per bushel, January soybeans are down 17 3/4 cents, December KC wheat is down 8 1/2 cents, December Chicago wheat is down 6 3/4 cents and December Minneapolis wheat is down 7 cents.

Ont Farm Market News Pm Livestock Summary For November 5

ONT Farm Market News PM Livestock Summary for November 5 Here is the Country Auction Report as collected by the Beef Farmers of

Farm Market News - Soybean And Wheat Report For Tue, November 5

FARM MARKET NEWS - SOYBEAN AND WHEAT REPORT FOR Tue, November 5 Exchange rate was 1.3824 down 0.0050

Farm Market News - Corn Report For Tue, November 5

FARM MARKET NEWS - CORN REPORT FOR Tue, November 5 Exchange rate was 1.3824 down 0.0050

Trump Leads Presidential Race

The results Tuesday night came down to Trump carrying rural areas by wide margins while Harris was winning the urban and suburban areas by smaller margins than President Joe Biden did four years ago. While the presidential race was still undecided, Republicans were also racking up victories in the battle for control of the U.S. Senate.

Ont Farm Market News Pm Livestock Summary For November 4

ONT Farm Market News PM Livestock Summary for November 4 Here is the Country Auction Report as collected by the Beef Farmers of

Canadian Financial Close:

Canadian Financial Close: Loonie rises with crude oil By MarketsFarm

Aghost Livestock Close

Overall, the livestock complex closed moderately lower as traders let the contracts drift lower while they closely watched the equity markets trade lower and are likely taking a cautious position ahead of Tuesday's Presidential election.

Dtn Cattle Close/trends

USDA MARKET NEWS--AFTERNOON CATTLE REPORT 11/04/24 VOLUME USDA TOTAL RANGE DTN PRACTICAL RANGE WT AVG

Usda Weekly Crop Progress Report

Corn was 91% harvested and soybeans were 94% harvested as of Sunday, Nov. 3, according to USDA NASS' weekly Crop Progress Report. Winter wheat was 87% planted and the crop was rated 41% good to excellent.

Dtn Chart Technical Points

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Dtn National Hrs Index

Dtn Aghost Early Word Grains

December corn is up 3/4 cent per bushel, January soybeans are up 2 1/4 cents, December KC wheat is up 2 3/4 cents, December Chicago wheat is up 1 1/2 cents and December Minneapolis wheat is up 3 cents.

Farm Market News - Soybean And Wheat Report For Mon, November 4

FARM MARKET NEWS - SOYBEAN AND WHEAT REPORT FOR Mon, November 4 Exchange rate was 1.3874 down 0.0055

Six Things To Watch On Election Night

Along with the presidential race, voters face a pivotal election with numerous high-stakes issues at play. Major ballot measures on abortion and marijuana legalization across multiple states are driving voter turnout. South Dakota voters will decide whether a law on carbon pipelines will stand, and in Denver a vote on a meatpacking ban could have lasting impacts.

View From The Cab

DTN's View From the Cab farmers will watch the outcome of this week's election to see how it influences farms and business.

Dtn Aghost Early Word Grains

December corn is up 3 3/4 cents per bushel, January soybeans are up 13 1/4 cents, December KC wheat is up 3 cents, December Chicago wheat is up 4 cents and December Minneapolis wheat is up 3 1/2 cents.

Dtn National Hrs Index

Canadian Financial Close:

Canadian Financial Close: Loonie pulls back By Glen Hallick

Oregon Pig Tests Positive For H5n1

An Oregon pig tested positive for H5N1, but not the genome present in dairy cows. Animal health officials are conducting further tests to determine how pigs could be affected by the virus.

Aghost Livestock Close

Friday ended up being a supportive day for the livestock complex as all three of the markets closed mostly higher. A few clean-up sales were noted in the South at $190, which is steady with the rest of the week's trade.

Dtn Chart Technical Points

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Dtn Cattle Close/trends

USDA MARKET NEWS--AFTERNOON CATTLE REPORT 11/01/24 VOLUME USDA TOTAL RANGE DTN PRACTICAL RANGE WT AVG

Us Direct Feeder Pigs

Dtn National Hrs Index

Farm Market News - Soybean And Wheat Report For Fri, November 1

FARM MARKET NEWS - SOYBEAN AND WHEAT REPORT FOR Fri, November 1 Exchange rate was 1.3929 up 0.0038

Farm Market News - Corn Report For Fri, November 1

FARM MARKET NEWS - CORN REPORT FOR Fri, November 1 Exchange rate was 1.3929 up 0.0038

South America Calling

Good weather with widespread rainfall has allowed producers in central Brazil, and especially the state of Mato Grosso, to come back to a normal pace of planting, despite a huge delay at the beginning of planting season.

Ont Farm Market News Pm Livestock Summary For October 31

ONT Farm Market News PM Livestock Summary for October 31 Here is the Country Auction Report as collected by the Beef Farmers of

Aghost Livestock Close

It was a dreary day for the livestock complex as most of the contracts closed lower as traders remain cautious about overly supporting the complex. It's looking like the bulk of this week's cash cattle trade is done.

Canadian Financial Close:

Canadian Financial Close: Loonie holds still By Glen Hallick

Dtn Cattle Close/trends

USDA MARKET NEWS--AFTERNOON CATTLE REPORT 10/31/24 VOLUME USDA TOTAL RANGE DTN PRACTICAL RANGE WT AVG

Dtn Chart Technical Points

DTN Chart Technical Points 10/31 16:30 DTN FUTURES 10 10/31/24 SLOW STOCHASTIC

Dtn National Hrs Index

Dtn Aghost Early Word Grains

December corn is up 2 1/4 cents per bushel, January soybeans are up 8 3/4 cents, December KC wheat is up 4 3/4 cents, December Chicago wheat is up 5 1/4 cents and December Minneapolis wheat is up 2 3/4 cents.

Farm Market News - Soybean And Wheat Report For Thu, October 31

FARM MARKET NEWS - SOYBEAN AND WHEAT REPORT FOR Thu, October 31 Exchange rate was 1.3891 up 0.0011

Farm Market News - Corn Report For Thu, October 31

FARM MARKET NEWS - CORN REPORT FOR Thu, October 31 Exchange rate was 1.3891 up 0.0011

Oregon Pig Tests Positive For H5n1

An Oregon pig tested positive for H5N1, but not the genome present in dairy cows. Animal health officials are conducting further tests to determine how pigs could be affected by the virus.

Missouri Grain Company Cited In Death

A Missouri grain cooperative faces nearly $242,000 in penalties from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration in connection with the grain-engulfment death of an employee in May 2024.

Ont Farm Market News Pm Livestock Summary For October 30

ONT Farm Market News PM Livestock Summary for October 30 Here is the Country Auction Report as collected by the Beef Farmers of

Canadian Financial Close:

Canadian Financial Close: Loonie's slide tries to level out By Glen Hallick

Aghost Livestock Close

The livestock complex again rounded out the day in two very different realities as the cattle complex is enduring some technical pressure while the lean hog market continues to rally and thrive. Some cash cattle trade was noted throughout the day where prices traded anywhere from steady to $3.00 lower.

Dtn Cattle Close/trends

USDA MARKET NEWS--AFTERNOON CATTLE REPORT 10/30/24 VOLUME USDA TOTAL RANGE DTN PRACTICAL RANGE WT AVG

Dtn Chart Technical Points

DTN Chart Technical Points 10/30 16:30 DTN FUTURES 10 10/30/24 SLOW STOCHASTIC

Dtn National Hrs Index

Dtn Aghost Early Word Grains

December corn is steady, January soybeans are up 5 3/4 cents, December KC wheat is down 2 cents, December Chicago wheat is down 1 cent and December Minneapolis wheat is down 1 1/4 cents.

Farm Market News - Soybean And Wheat Report For Wed, October 30

FARM MARKET NEWS - SOYBEAN AND WHEAT REPORT FOR Wed, October 30 Exchange rate was 1.388 down 0.0017

Farm Market News - Corn Report For Wed, October 30

FARM MARKET NEWS - CORN REPORT FOR Wed, October 30 Exchange rate was 1.388 down 0.0017

Canadian Financial Close:

Canadian Financial Close: Loonie takes another step back By Glen Hallick

Aghost Livestock Close

Tuesday ended up being a mixed day for the livestock complex as the cattle complex dove lower as traders panicked about the market being overbought, but the lean hog complex successfully traded higher throughout the day.

Dtn Cattle Close/trends

USDA MARKET NEWS--AFTERNOON CATTLE REPORT 10/29/24 VOLUME USDA TOTAL RANGE DTN PRACTICAL RANGE WT AVG

Dtn Chart Technical Points

DTN Chart Technical Points 10/29 16:30 DTN FUTURES 10 10/29/24 SLOW STOCHASTIC

Dtn National Hrs Index

Dtn Retail Fertilizer Trends

For the second straight week, retail fertilizer prices are mixed. The prices for five of the eight major fertilizers were higher than last month, while the remaining three were lower. No price saw a significant move in either direction, which DTN designates as 5% or more.

Dtn Aghost Early Word Grains

December corn is down 1 3/4 cents per bushel, January soybeans are up 2 cents, December KC wheat is down 7 cents, December Chicago wheat is down 4 3/4 cents and December Minneapolis wheat is down 5 1/2 cents.

Farm Market News - Corn Report For Tue, October 29

FARM MARKET NEWS - CORN REPORT FOR Tue, October 29 Exchange rate was 1.3897 up 0.0024

Missouri Grain Company Cited In Death

A Missouri grain cooperative faces nearly $242,000 in penalties from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration in connection with the grain-engulfment death of an employee in May 2024.

More Drought Than Last Year

The latest USDA Crop Progress data shows widespread drought conditions, some locally severe, and conditions worse than the previous year.

Ont Farm Market News Pm Livestock Summary For October 28

ONT Farm Market News PM Livestock Summary for October 28 Here is the Country Auction Report as collected by the Beef Farmers of

Canadian Financial Close:

Canadian Financial Close: Weaker crude pulls loonie down By Glen Hallick

Dtn Cattle Close/trends

USDA MARKET NEWS--AFTERNOON CATTLE REPORT 10/28/24 VOLUME USDA TOTAL RANGE DTN PRACTICAL RANGE WT AVG

Aghost Livestock Close

It ended up being a supportive day for the livestock complex as all three of the markets closed higher. Once again, this week traders will closely monitor consumer demand as that will play a pivotal role in the market's direction.

Usda Weekly Crop Progress Report

Corn was 81% harvested and soybeans were 89% harvested as of Sunday, Oct. 27, according to USDA NASS' weekly Crop Progress Report. Winter wheat was 80% planted.

Dtn Chart Technical Points

DTN Chart Technical Points 10/28 16:30 DTN FUTURES 10 10/28/24 SLOW STOCHASTIC

Dtn National Hrs Index

Dtn Aghost Early Word Grains

December corn is up 2 1/4 cents per bushel, November soybeans are up 5 3/4 cents, December KC wheat is up 4 cents, December Chicago wheat is up 3 1/4 cents and December Minneapolis wheat is up 2 cents.

Farm Market News - Corn Report For Mon, October 28

FARM MARKET NEWS - CORN REPORT FOR Mon, October 28 Exchange rate was 1.3873 up 0.0015

Farm Market News - Soybean And Wheat Report For Mon, October 28

FARM MARKET NEWS - SOYBEAN AND WHEAT REPORT FOR Mon, October 28 Exchange rate was 1.3873 up 0.0015

Dtn Aghost Early Word Grains

EARLY MORNING GLOBEX NET CHANGES: December corn is down 1 1/4 cents per bushel, November soybeans are down 6 1/2 cents, December KC wheat is down 3/4 cent, December Chicago wheat is down 1 1/2 cents and December Minneapolis wheat is down 2 1/2 cents.

Top 5 Things To Watch

We share farmers thoughts on the election and economy, and watch for some badly needed rain showers across the Midwest, as Trick or Treaters and Trunk or Treaters take over the streets and parking lots.