Experts respond to the updated food pyramid that emphasizes meat and fats instead of grains.
New Dietary Guidelines Introduced by Trump Administration The Trump administration has introduced a revised food pyramid, switching things up a bit in the world of nutrition. On Wednesday, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) unveiled new guidelines featuring an inverted pyramid, where the broader top now includes meat, fats, fruits, and vegetables, with […]
Grains Decline Alongside Macro Markets, Year-End Adjustments: Mixed Results for Cattle
Grain prices wrapped up Monday with some mixed downturns in livestock futures. Grains decline as year-end adjustments take holdThe grain markets saw a drop on Monday, largely due to low trading volume as hedge funds and money managers engaged in year-end adjustments. Kevin Duering from KD Investors noted that algorithmic trading influenced the market even […]
Cattle Futures Surge on Significant Cash Increase, but Will the Momentum Continue? Grains Remain Steady
Cattle and hog futures experienced an increase early on Friday, while grain prices showed a mixed pattern. Cattle futures surge due to significant rise in cash Live and feed cattle futures saw a spike on Thursday, with buying momentum carrying into Friday morning. This surge was largely attributed to a notable uptick in cash sales […]
Gulke: Grains Adjusting to New Conditions
This week, December corn dropped 4 3/4 cents, March corn decreased by 6 5/5 cents, while January soybeans gained 1/2 cent. March soybeans fell by 1 3/4 cents. December soybean meal saw a decline of $7.40, and December bean oil increased by 11 points. December soft red winter wheat fell 1/4 cent, whereas December hard […]
5,000-year-old barley grains found in Turkey, preserved by ancient fire
Ancient Barley Grains Discovered in Turkey Recent excavations in Turkey have brought to light some fascinating remnants of history: barley grains that are approximately 5,000 years old. These grains were exceptionally preserved due to being burned. The Ankara-based Anadolu Agency announced the find on November 11. The barley was uncovered during digs at the Iremir […]
What Did the Late Wednesday Surge in Certain Metals and Grains Indicate?
Market Movements Overview Right before the markets closed on Wednesday, several markets reached new highs, while others dipped. Gold and silver experienced a surge in buying interest, likely due to ongoing central bank actions globally. Corn stood out in the grain sector, benefiting from what seemed like commercial buying interest all day. As we noted […]
Grains rise due to China trade agreement while cattle market steadies.
Market Update: Halloween Highlights and November Insights Happy Halloween! It’s already November, and it’s kind of exciting to see kids buzzing with energy, gearing up for the celebrations, costumes, and, of course, the candy. With the chill in the air, autumn is unmistakably here. We’ve had some much-needed moisture lately, just ahead of the first […]
Grains Surge Due to Vietnam Trade Agreement and Technical Purchases: Is There Room for Growth in the Markets?
Grain Market Reacts to Vietnam Trade Agreement On Wednesday, everything related to green grains and livestock was finishing up the greens. Grain market sees a boost from Vietnam trade agreement According to Oliver Sloup from Blue Line Futures, the uptick in the grain market can be attributed to a mix of short covers, technical buying […]
Grains log some gains | Monday, February 12, 2024 – Successful Farming
March corn ended the day up 1.5 cents. March soybeans closed at 9.5 cents. CBOT wheat is up less than a penny. KC wheat fell 2¾¢. Minneapolis wheat fell 1¾¢. “Following last week’s close, the low-crop market appears poised for another drop, continuing to leave traders wondering where the bottom lies,” the Comstock report said. […]
Grains end week in the red | Friday, January 26, 2023 – Successful Farming
March corn fell 5.5¢ to end the day at $4.461/4. This is the lowest price since Monday. March soybeans closed 13¾¢ lower at 12.091/4. This is the lowest closing price for March soybeans since last Wednesday. CBOT wheat closed 12 cents lower. KC Wheat fell 12¢. Minneapolis wheat fell 5¢. The livestock finished the week […]