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Lean Hog Futures Decline on Friday Trading Session
Lean hog futures experienced losses across most contracts Friday, despite a rise in the national base hog price. Pork carcass cutout value...
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Finance
Climate Heats Up Risk for Italy’s Cheese-Backed Loans
Italy's Credito Emiliano, known for loans secured by Parmigiano-Reggiano, now confronts escalating climate risks. Extreme heat is driving up energy costs and...
Economy
French Heatwave Sparks Food Inflation Fears
Scorching temperatures in France are damaging crops, threatening to drive up food prices for consumers. The agriculture sector faces significant losses.
Stocks
Soybean Futures Decline on Wetter Forecast, Weaker Crude
Soybean contracts saw significant declines on Tuesday, with nearbys falling up to 15 cents, driven by a wetter weather outlook and broader...
Stocks
Soybean Prices Gain Ground; Domestic Crop Ratings Fall
Soybean contracts posted a modest recovery on Tuesday, gaining 2 ½ to 6 ¼ cents, despite a notable decline in U.S. crop...
Stocks
Cotton Futures Close Monday Higher Amid Crop Progress
Cotton futures saw gains on Monday, with gains ranging from 54 to 90 points. US crop progress data indicates the cotton crop...
Economy
French Heatwave Scorches Crops, Threatens Food Inflation
France's agriculture sector is reeling from an intense heatwave, with crops like tomatoes and cereals severely damaged. This climatic stress is poised...
Stocks
Brazil’s Ethanol Mandate Lifts Global Sugar Prices
Brazil's decision to increase its gasoline ethanol blend is boosting sugar prices, as mills may prioritize ethanol production, tightening global sugar supplies.
Stocks
Cotton Futures Climb Despite USDA Production Forecast
Cotton futures registered gains on Friday, defying an anticipated production increase from the latest WASDE report. December contracts saw a significant weekly...