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April 16, 2025 |
U.S. corn exports see unexpected surge
Ag Marketing IQ: Trade war notwithstanding, exports take different paths, with corn high and soybeans low. The question going forward: Will South America compete stronger or keep its grain at home?
Uncertainty remains high in the midst of the ongoing trade war between the U.S. and China as American farmers move into their growing season.
The escalation of import tariffs to the U.S. dominates the news, and the trade war brings additional volatility to various markets. In addressing the ongoing trade situation, USDA included a special note in April’s supply and demand forecast: “The WASDE report only considers trade policies that are in effect at the time of publication. Further, unless a formal end date is specified, the report also assumes that these policies remain in place.”
