Purdue: Farmer Sentiment Falls Again
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 1:51PM CDT
According to the monthly Purdue-CME index, farmer sentiment regarding current conditions dropped by 5 points in June to 113 points, the lowest level since December 2024. Farmers' view about the future also fell by 7 points to 118 points.
Ethanol Nears Access to Brazil
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 10:02AM CDT
U.S. ethanol groups urged USTR to finalize tariffs and dismantle trade barriers limiting access to Brazil's ethanol market.
Beef Imports Divide Trump's Trade Agenda
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 8:19AM CDT
U.S. cattle groups are united to urge USTR to remove the exemption for Brazilian beef from proposed 25% tariffs, arguing it undermines efforts to hold Brazil accountable for illegal deforestation and unfair trade practices.
USDA Weekly Crop Progress Report
Monday, July 6, 2026 3:47PM CDT
Corn was rated 67% in good-to-excellent condition, and soybeans were rated 64% in good-to-excellent condition as of Sunday, July 5. Winter wheat harvest reached 59% complete.