Grains close higher putting in weather premium on hot dry extended forecasts but also some war premium after Russia attacked the Odessa port. How high will prices go? Live cattle have an impressive day with higher corn and lower feeders. While hogs consolidate. Brad Kooima, Kooima Kooima Varilek has details.
Grains Higher Putting in Weather and War Premium: Live Cattle Eye Contract Highs with Strong Cash
Grains higher on hot dry extended forecasts but also war premium after Russia attacked the Odessa port. Live cattle eye contact highs. While hogs consolidate. Brad Kooima, Kooima Kooima Varilek.
July 18, 2023 03:07 PM
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