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GRAINS -- DTN Early Word Grains 08/20 06:05
Corn futures are expected to open 5 to 7 higher; soybeans 20 to 23 higher; wheat 7 to 10 higher.
Full DTN Early Word Grains 08/20 06:05
COTTON -- DTN Closing Cotton Commentary 08/19 14:55
U.S. upland farm price forecast at highest since 1996-97. China's cotton imports dropped last month but still were up for the calendar year.
Full DTN Closing Cotton Commentary 08/19 14:55
DTN MARKET MATTERS BLOG -- Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:12:00 GMT
Cash Corn Index Up, Soy Down Tuesday -- Corn and soybeans parted company Tuesday, with cash bids stronger for corn.
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CASH PRICES -- 8/20/2008
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TECHNICALS -- 8/19/2008
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LIVESTOCK -- DTN Early Word Opening Livestock 08/20 05:53
The cattle complex should start out moderately lower, pressured by spillover selling and cash worries. Yet short-covering prior to the late-week on feed report could soon dilute selling interest. Pork futures could also begin on the defensive, especially given Tuesday's dramatic drop in carcass value.
Full DTN Early Word Opening Livestock 08/20 05:53
CASH PRICES AND TECHNICALS -- 8/19/2008
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