US wins Mexico GM corn dispute case as panel finds curbs not science-based

A trade panel ruled Mexico's restrictions on U.S. GM corn exports violate the USMCA, providing a significant trade win for the Biden administration.

Cargill to terminate about 475 employees in Minnesota

Cargill will lay off 475 employees in Minnesota, representing a 5% workforce reduction amid declining revenues and low commodity crop prices.

BofA sees more weakness ahead for grains and soy

BofA notes weak grain import demand, bearish soy outlook, and price projections for wheat, corn, and soybeans amid competition and macroeconomic forecasts.

Five factors that will affect the outlook for commodities in 2025

How China reduced its reliance on US farm imports, softening trade war risks

China reduces reliance on U.S. agricultural imports amid trade tensions, diversifying sources and increasing local production for food security as tariffs threaten imports.

Factbox-US farm exports to China at risk from Trump's tariff threat

China's imports of U.S. farm goods have declined due to tariffs and competition from other suppliers, with potential risks if trade tensions resume under Trump's possible return to office.

Speedy US corn and soy harvests strain farmers, storage capacity

Argentine farmers eye pivot to soy on corn plague fears, rain outlook

Argentine farmers are expected to shift acreage from corn to soybeans in the 2024/25 season due to insect plagues and improved rainfall forecasts for soy.