Soybean export sales for the 2017/18 marketing year were 2,338.1 TMT and 81% more than the prior 4-week average. There were no sales recorded for the 2018/19 new crop year, leaving combined season sales at 2,338.1 TMT, which exceeded analyst expectations that ranged from 1,000 to 1,600 TMT. 2017/18 export commitments are 32% of the USDA forecast with 50 week to go. Current sales are 21% behind last year’s pace. Major purchases were…
02.10.2025
US cattle slaughter edges higher; animal fats, UCO start week quiet
The US animal fats and oils markets opened the week on Monday February 10 on a quiet note, with prices holding steady despite discussions of continued strength and stability.
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Central Illinois soybean crush margin falls below weekly, yearly levels
In the week to Friday February 7, the soybean crush margin in Central Illinois decreased by 6% week on week and by 19% year on year, according to the...
02.10.2025
US hide trading quiet to start week
The US hide market was steady on Monday February 10, with sources reporting limited activity and prices consistent with those from the previous week.
Cattle slaughter forecast
Fastmarkets’...