"Early Harvest Shocks: Corn Struggles, Beans Surge" - Weekly Market Outlook: Sep 22nd - 26th

September 20, 2025

Agriculture

In this week’s Ag View Pitch, Chris talks with Jarod Creed about the latest market signals as harvest ramps up. Early results show weaker corn yields but stronger-than-expected soybeans. They cover:

Fungicide’s big role in yield swings (30–50 bu. advantage)
USDA adjustments and what to expect in October
Corn demand vs. river shipping concerns
Soybean outlook with or without Chinese demand
Risk management strategies during October price discovery
Basis contracts, cash flow, and lender conversations

Stay safe this harvest season and get insight into what could move markets in the weeks ahead.

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"Early Harvest Shocks: Corn Struggles, Beans Surge" - Weekly Market Outlook: Sep 22nd - 26th

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