Hopes for Cooling Trade Tensions

Hogs, soybeans, and stock indexes rose sharply midweek following comments from China’s Commerce Ministry that both countries remain in communication over possible new trade talks. Stepping back from the trade war could especially help beans…

O.J. Jumps on Hurricane Threat

Orange juice prices exploded toward week’s end as meteorologists predicted a major hit to Florida’s citrus growing region. The strong winds and saturated soil can cause long-term damage to orange trees and cut yields dramatically….

Meat Prices Diverge

As you prepare for a Labor Day cookout, don’t be surprised if you see pork on sale at the grocery store while beef appears pricey. Hog prices are near a five-month low, trading Friday near…

Cattle Market Slaughtered

Cattle prices collapsed this week, falling the exchange-maximum for two days straight, after a major meat processing plant was closed. A Tyson Foods Inc. facility in Kansas was damaged by fire last week and will…