Will China's Record Purchases Set Sail?

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Soybeans top $14, corn drops following release of USDA report. Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge provides analysis following Tuesday's report.

Will China's Record Purchases Set Sail? Here's Why Economists Think Shipments Will Happen

The U.S. Grains Council says corn sales are surging past trade expectations, and as of this week, corn sales are at 85.6% of the projected exports for the entire marketing year. Much of that was boosted by China coming in with a record week to close January.

USDA’s WASDE Report Revealed Shock Factors for the Cattle Market

The USDA February WASDE report released Tuesday revealed expectations for higher beef production this year, a projection the agency says is driven by beefed up cattle slaughter and heavier weights.

Pro Farmer's First Thing Today: Indian Soymeal Exports, Main Street Lending Program and More

India exported 336,390 MT of soymeal during January amid a surge in global prices to a 6 1/2-year high. That marked a 484% jump from year-ago levels, fueled by buying from France, Germany Indonesia and Bangladesh, reports the Soybean Processors Association of India.

Big Demand for Flowers = Good News for Growers

One item appears to be in big demand ahead of Valentine's Day. Details in today's AgDay Minute.

#FJFieldDays: For the Love of Pulling

Like many other activities and events, COVID-19 has canceled tractor pulls across the country. Join three generations of the Young Blood Pulling Team as they celebrate 50-plus years participating in the sport. Desiree Dunn also shares about her John Deere 70 diesel after coming home from Oklahoma Winter Nationals. Log on to Farm Journal Field Days to watch now at FarmjournalFieldDays.com