Transaction first announced in November 2022.

The three most obvious market movers are COVID-19 (still), war and weather.

Trade taken aback by unexpectedly lower USDA estimates.

Issues request for applications proposing “climate-smart” practices for corn, wheat and oats.

Plantings would be highest in eight years.

Stocks-to-use ratio raised to 14.9% from 13.5% in December.

Specifically mentions Mexico’s proposed biotech corn ban.

Data provider acquires AgriBriefing.

But moisture picture remains rough in Plains.

Move allows company to focus on ingredients.