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Grain Futures Plunge on Planting Progress
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Grain Futures Plunge on Planting Progress

Grain futures dropped sharply today after positive crop progress reports boosted planting optimism, but good export sales failed to sustain gains.

Grain futures traded sharply lower today. Yesterday afternoon’s crop progress reports showed we’re making good headway planting both corn and soybeans. Eighteen percent of soybeans are now planted. Many farmers are realizing that getting beans in early—not just focusing on corn—can help maximize yield potential. This raises the question: if soybeans are…

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