Author: Jason
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Ag Markets Open Mixed as Traders Watch Demand and Supply Signals 3/23/26
Agricultural markets opened mixed today, with grains and livestock trading in both directions as traders weigh supply pressures against demand signals. Corn futures are starting the session with slight strength, supported by steady domestic demand and short-covering. Soybeans are opening lower, continuing to feel pressure from large South American supplies and uncertain export demand. Wheat…
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Debate sparks over meatpacking breakup
The big 4 under scrutiny Jason Mathis A Senate proposal aimed at increasing competition in the United States meatpacking industry is drawing mixed reactions from cattle producers and agricultural groups as lawmakers focus on food prices and market concentration. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, a democrat from New York, has introduced the “Family Grocery and…
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Morning Markets 3/20/2026
Live cattle futures were sliding on Thursday with losses of $2.125 to $2.75. Cash trade has been quiet so far this week. The Thursday morning Fed Cattle Exchange online auction showed no sales on the 1,026 head offered, with bids of $232-235. Feeder cattle futures were under pressure, with contracts down $3.45 to $6.45 across…
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Three charged in Texas County cattle theft
Jason Mathis March 19, 2026 Three south central Missouri men are facing felony charges after an investigation into the reported theft and sale of cattle in Texas County, according to state authorities. The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control says charges have been filed against Jerry S. Barnett, 38, of Norwood,…