Tag: hogs
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Iowa hog barn fires draw attention to facility risk and safety
In Iowa, multiple hog barn fires reported this morning are drawing attention to risks inside modern livestock facilities. Early reports indicate several barns were damaged or destroyed, with losses including animals and infrastructure. Fire officials say the incidents spread quickly once ignited, fueled by ventilation systems, building materials, and confined structures. While investigations are ongoing,…
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Opening markets on The Ranch
Grain and livestock markets opened mixed as traders continue reacting to supply expectations and outside market signals. Corn futures started slightly lower with the July contract at 4.66 and a quarter, down one and a quarter. Soybeans moved higher with the July contract at 11.94 and three quarters, up two and a half. Wheat showed…
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Opening Markets on The Ranch
myradioranch.com Grain trade is starting the morning under a little pressure while cattle are holding strong. Corn is trading at $4.55 cents per bushel as planting pace across the Midwest continues to weigh on the market. Soybeans are sitting at $11.70 per bushel with traders balancing global supply against steady demand. Wheat is trading at…
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Markets close mixed with strength in cattle trade
Grain markets wrapped up the session under pressure while the cattle complex continued to lead the board higher. Corn closed the day at 4.52 per bushel as planting pace and generally favorable conditions across much of the Midwest kept a lid on rallies. Traders continue to watch early fieldwork progress closely with expectations for a…
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Morning Markets – myradioranch.com
Markets Open Mixed as Trade Eyes Planting Progress and Demand Grain markets are mixed in early trade as planting conditions improve across much of the country and traders continue to sort through the latest USDA data. Corn is slightly lower to start the day, with pressure tied to early planting momentum and expectations for increased…
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Mid Day Markets – myradioranch.com
Markets at Midday April 13 Grains are under pressure at midday with selling showing up across the board. Corn is trading lower as global supply and slow export demand continue to weigh on the market. Soybeans are holding mostly steady, bouncing between small gains and losses as traders look for direction. Wheat is lower, with…