Author: Jason
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Opening Markets: Grains Higher, Livestock Waits
The Ranch Opening Markets — Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026 Grain futures are trading higher in the overnight session, while the livestock pits have not opened yet. Livestock numbers below are the latest available Tuesday settlements. Corn: December 2026 corn is near $5.28 1/4, up about 4 3/4 cents. Corn continues to find support after another…
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Corn and Soybeans Lead Tuesday Market Close
Corn and soybean futures moved higher Tuesday while cattle and hog contracts closed under pressure.
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July Feedlot Placements Fall to Record Low
U.S. cattle on feed inventory remains above last year despite historically low July placements WASHINGTON — The number of cattle in large U.S. feedlots remained above year-ago levels at the beginning of August, but a sharp decline in new placements provides another sign of tightening cattle supplies ahead. USDA reported 11.1 million cattle and calves…
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USDA Sees Tighter Cattle Supplies Into 2027
Beef imports rise while USDA trims cattle price expectations and maintains tight supply outlook WASHINGTON — Tight cattle supplies are expected to remain a major factor for the U.S. beef industry heading into 2027, while USDA is also forecasting increased beef imports and slower cattle slaughter during the remainder of this year. USDA’s latest Livestock,…
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Myradioranch.com Closing Markets – August 24
Corn Higher as Cattle Markets Tumble Monday Closing Markets | Monday, August 24, 2026 Corn started the week higher Monday while soybeans lost ground and the wheat market finished mixed. Cattle futures came under heavy selling pressure, while lean hogs managed a modest gain. December corn closed 7 cents higher at $5.15 1/2 per bushel.…
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Cattle Groups Push Back on Trump Beef Import Plan
Industry organizations warn additional imports could discourage U.S. herd rebuilding WASHINGTON — A plan by President Donald Trump to temporarily allow additional beef into the United States without triggering higher tariffs is drawing strong opposition from several of the nation’s largest cattle and farm organizations. The administration is looking to additional imports as one way…