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| July 13, 2026Today’s Top Story 2026 Water Resources Development Act moves forward The 2026 Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) is on its way to the full U.S. House. The U.S. House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Tuesday unanimously passed the over $6 billion bipartisan legislation that lays out the federal government’s priorities to improve and maintain the country’s ports, inland waterways, and more. Closing Commodity Numbers: Sep. corn $4.38 and 1/2, down 2 and 1/2 cents Aug. soybeans $11.92 and 3/4, down 4 cents Aug. soybean meal $317.40, up 20 cents Aug. soybean oil 72.40, down 42 points Sep. Chicago wheat $6.45, up 9 and 3/4 cents Aug. live cattle $231.42, down $3.30 Aug. feeder cattle $348.80, down $5.55 Aug. lean hogs $98.45, up 35 cents Aug. Class III milk closed at $17.01, down 12 cents Aug. crude oil closed at $79.34, up $1.20 Dec. cotton closed at 80.87, down 64 points Sep. rice closed at $13.77 and 1/2, up 11 and 1/2 cents Aug. gold closed at $4,062.10, up $56.40 Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at 52,508.27, up 9.63 points Closing Grain & Livestock Briefs: Soybeans, corn down on improved USDA ratings Soybeans were lower on profit taking and technical selling. The USDA’s national crop rating improved over the past week and development is ahead of average overall. Corn was lower on profit taking and technical selling. The USDA’s national corn rating was above a week ago, but that could decline with hot, dry weather in some areas. The wheat complex was higher on fund and technical buying. The trade is monitoring potential movement issues near the Black Sea region as Russia’s war on Ukraine continues. Cattle futures sharply lower ahead of direct business At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were sharply lower on technical weakness. Direct cash cattle trade was quiet again Tuesday. Boxed beef was lower with light demand for moderate offerings. Lean hog futures closed mixed on spread adjustments. Cash hogs closed mixed with a big negotiated run. Pork values closed lower, down $.34 at $101.21. Closing Market MinuteNational News Undersecretary Fordyce says USDA modernization efforts will boost efficiency and accuracy USDA Undersecretary Richard Fordyce says the department’s One Farmer, One File program will be transformative for producers. Midwest heat wave raises concerns as corn enters pollination A climatologist says excessive heat is expected to persist through next week across parts of the Midwest. Global conflicts could raise fuel costs again, boost wheat market volatility An ag economist with University of Missouri Extension says renewed tensions in the Black Sea region, and the continued Middle East conflict mean higher production costs and more market uncertainty. Mexico market remains key as USMCA review creates uncertainty The president of the Kansas Soybean Association says potential changes to the USMCA could have far-reaching consequences for U.S. agriculture. CONAB ups estimates for Brazil corn, soybean crops Brazil’s equivalent of the USDA has increased its expectations for corn production. With all the talk of tar spot, don’t forget about southern rust A technical service representative with BASF says many corn growers have southern rust on their minds after the disease impacted most of the Midwest last year. New National FFA Conference is helping students build leadership skills through community service projects The National FFA Organization is helping members develop hands-on experiences in community service through a new program. A mixed Tuesday for cash dairy prices at the CME Group Cash dairy prices were mostly up Tuesday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Click on your state for the latest state ag news: Illinois Fertilizer prices continue to be a top concern for many farmers The high cost of fertilizer continues to weigh on the minds of many farmers. Indiana Dairy producers urged to stay vigilant against New World screwworm A district veterinarian with the Indiana State Board of Animal Heath says New World screwworm remains a serious risk for the livestock industry. Iowa Rep. Hinson welcomes ag labor discussion as Congress reviews Chairman Thompson’s bill U.S. Congresswoman Ashley Hinson says House Ag Committee Chairman GT Thompson’s ag labor reform package is a step in the right direction. Grassley provides update on E15 in the Senate U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley suggests time could be running out to get an E15 bill passed out of the Senate. Michigan STAR Program expands incentivized practices for wheat, dry beans, and food-grade soybeans Star of the West Milling Company says farmers can reduce fertilizer use and lower input costs through incentives offered by the Great Lakes Grain Initiative. Minnesota High beef prices have producers asking what’s next Cattle producers are wondering when the stretch of high beef prices might come to an end. Missouri Missouri farmers report cattle losses, flooded fields after historic rain Two farmers say last week’s extreme rainfall and flash flooding in southeast Missouri had agriculture impacts. Nebraska Nebraska farmer says rising irrigation costs are cutting into margins An eastern Nebraska farmer says irrigation costs are out of control. Ohio 2026 slug pressure could help farmers plan for better pest management for 2027 A professor of entomology at Ohio State University says increased pest pressure this year could help farmers plan for better pest management next year. South Dakota South Dakota heat dome raises concerns for spring wheat A grain elevator manager in central South Dakota says he’s not sure how the spring wheat crop will do in this week’s heat dome. Wisconsin Grants available for new and existing Wisconsin farmer-led conservation groups The state of Wisconsin is investing more than $1 million in farmer-led conservation solutions to protect local watersheds. Ag Weather Brownfield Ag Weather Today Lingering showers and thunderstorms across the South will subside during the second half of the week, although additional rainfall could total 1 to 3 inches or more. 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