Cotton
Growers can finally combine supplemental coverage with farm programs without losing protection that fits their operation. Meanwhile, federal officials are developing trade incentives for four countries that could expand demand for American cotton.
Farmers could see record ARC and PLC payments by the end of October, but estimates of $13.2 to $13.8 billion fall short of early projections, and payment limits could trim individual checks.
Darren Frye with Water Street Solutions says the market also removed some geopolitical or war premium with talk of possible progress on the wars in the Middle East and Black Sea region.
Darren Frye with Water Street Solutions says the funds bought corn on the break with crop ratings down 3% and made a new contract high close. Can futures keep moving to $6 or where do they project to?
Alan Brugler of A&N Economics says corn made new contract highs Sunday night but if it was trading the 173.2 bu. per acre corn yield from Pro Farmer prices would be much higher.
After a $100,000 loss and rising weed resistance, Matt Griggs says he knew he had to make some big changes. His tough decisions helped the 144-year-old farm survive and prosper.
Corn and soybeans were lower on Thursday seeing further consolidation after hitting chart resistance and with the WASDE on Friday.
Six technologies advance toward commercialization, with the first product expected in late 2026, despite criticism from environmental advocacy groups.