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Thursday, February 19, 2026 7:54AM CST
Beef production is expected to decline again in 2026, but growth in pork, turkey and broilers is expected to offset the decline. Consumer demand isn't declining but remains strong and is expected to support prices for the livestock and poultry sectors.
Thursday, February 19, 2026 7:29AM CST
Corn production is projected to decline 7% with lower planted acreage and lower yield forecast as well, coming off record production in the 2025-26 crop. Soybean acreage will rise because of projected profitability over other crops, but soybean yield will hold steady.
Thursday, February 19, 2026 6:56AM CST
President Donald Trump issued an executive order to protect the domestic production of elemental phosphorus and glyphosate. The order gives the Agriculture Secretary authority to direct the production of both crop inputs. It also gives immunity to companies for following the executive order.
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DTN Market Headlines
March corn is up 1/4 cent and March soybeans are up 4 1/4 cents. March KC wheat is up 7 1/4 cents, March Chicago wheat is up 6 3/4 cents, and March MIAX Minneapolis wheat is up 3 1/2 cents.
Cattle traders decided to let the market float on Wednesday, waiting to see further indications of stronger cash or continued strong beef demand. Hog futures gained, with December and later contracts posting triple-digit gains. Packers remained aggressive.
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