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Grain Markets Soar Amid Strong Exports; Cattle Futures Mixed

3/14/2025

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Grain markets surged on Thursday, fueled by technical buying and robust export sales: corn at 38.1 million bushels, soybeans at 27.6 million bushels, and wheat at 28.8 million bushels.
Live cattle futures hit record highs, while feeder cattle experienced mixed outcomes. Lean hog futures dropped amid weak export figures.
The U.S. Dollar Index rose, contrasting with a decline of over 300 points in the Dow Jones, reflecting broader market challenges.

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Grain markets surged on Thursday, fueled by technical buying and robust export sales: corn at 38.1 million bushels, soybeans at 27.6 million bushels, and wheat at 28.8 million bushels.
Live cattle futures hit record highs, while feeder cattle experienced mixed outcomes. Lean hog futures dropped amid weak export figures.
The U.S. Dollar Index rose, contrasting with a decline of over 300 points in the Dow Jones, reflecting broader market challenges.