As Corn Climbs Above $6, Here’s What’s Behind the Market Move

Tuesday was another dynamic day in the grain markets. Soybean futures hit contract highs and nearby corn futures climbed above $6. Clinton Griffiths discovers what’s behind the market moves.

Tuesday was another dynamic day in the grain markets. Soybean futures hit contract highs and nearby corn futures climbed above $6, maintaining those levels the entire trading day. So, what’s behind the market momentum? Clinton Griffiths talked to Brian Splitt of AgMarket.Net who said there are three main drivers:

  • Brazil’s safrinha corn crop remains at significant risk...with half of the crop currently under moisture stress.
  • Brazil suspended import tariffs on corn, soybeans, meal, and oil until the end of the year.
  • And in the U.S., cold weather continues to slow planting and emergence.

Watch Brian Splitt discuss the market moves with Clinton Griffiths on AgDay.

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