Heat from August continues in early September. But systems moving through
Canada will bring in some cooler air to some parts of the northern U.S. this
weekend and next week.
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Both the live cattle and feeder cattle contracts have been inching higher
in recent trading days, but without strong fundamental support, it's unlikely
that the market will be able to surpass the resistance at the nearing 40-day
moving average.
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Corn was rated 56% in good-to-excellent condition, and soybeans were rated
58% in good-to-excellent condition as of Sunday, Sept. 6. The spring wheat
harvest reached 86% completion.
BUSDA Weekly Crop Progress Report
Chinese President Xi Jinping's expected Sept. 24 U.S. visit could shape
agricultural trade, with China's soybean purchase commitments and new drone
tariffs both potentially on the negotiating agenda.
BWhat's Next for US-China?
Corn under irrigation had heat stress this season, even with available
moisture.
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