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In the heartland of America, Iowa farmers are poised at a critical intersection of local tradition and global influence.

Technically, Jerry Gulke, president of the Gulke Group, says weather rallies can be fleeting and this week there were sell signals in the grain market.

The potential consequences of not renewing the USMCA include significant economic and trade disruptions, increased policy and regulatory uncertainty, weakened enforcement of labor and environmental standards.

Weekly overview of ag commodity market news & price action compiled by Austin Schroeder with Brugler Marketing. Not intended as trading advice. Actions taken are responsibility of the reader.

Commodity prices saw pressure this week, and analysts say it’s largely due to gains in planting progress. What are the chances the grain market can find some momentum in June? Joe Vaclavik and Chip Nellinger weigh in.

The world of used farm equipment changed dramatically during the pandemic as auctions moved to online rather than in-person events. According Machinery Pete, the change was both significant and permanent.

Abiotic stress could affect large areas of the U.S. this year. Plants need the right amount of sunlight, water, low/no salinity, and nutrient levels.

The grants are intended to increase domestic fertilizer production, strengthen competition and lower costs for U.S. farmers.

Grain and cattle futures end mostly lower on Friday and were lower for the week. Naomi Blohm, Total Farm Marketing, says weather, crop ratings and what the funds want to do next will determine future market direction.

Corn futures closed lower each day this week in the biggest weekly loss since last July on the continuation chart. A portion of this week’s selling pressure can likely be attributed to long-term fundamentals...