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  • Kernels of Wisdom: Navigating the Choppy Corn Market with Vanessa Clark
    Dec 4 2025
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    This is your Daily Corn Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Welcome back to the Daily Corn Price Tracker. I am Vanessa Clark, and today we are talking about what is happening right now in the corn market and how you can use this information in your day to day decisions.

    Because there is no live data connection available at this moment, I cannot give you the exact up to the minute trading price for corn today. However, the most recent market commentary from grain analysts shows Chicago Board of Trade corn futures holding in a fairly tight sideways range a little above four dollars per bushel, with nearby contracts often trading in the mid four dollar area. That tells us the market is not in a runaway rally or a major collapse, but rather in a grinding, choppy pattern where small daily moves matter.

    So what is driving that kind of action. First, the United States just harvested one of its largest corn crops on record, with strong yields and generally good quality. Big supplies tend to cap prices because buyers know there is plenty of corn available. At the same time, demand from key buyers like Mexico, Japan, and South Korea has been solid, and industrial demand from ethanol plants is strong, even if ethanol inventories are growing. When supply is heavy but demand is also healthy, you often get exactly what we are seeing now, a range bound market.

    Here are a few practical tips you can use. If you are a farmer or merchandiser watching daily corn prices, treat this range as your friend. Consider scaling in sales on bounces toward the upper end of the recent trading band and be more patient when prices slip back toward the low end. If you are a livestock producer or small feed user, watch local basis levels closely, because when futures are stuck, the best opportunities often show up in cash bids at your local elevator or feed mill rather than in the board price itself.

    If you are following corn as an investor or trader, remember that choppy sideways price action usually favors shorter term strategies. Tighten your risk limits, avoid chasing small rallies, and let the big fundamental shifts, like a surprise export surge or a weather scare in a major growing region, be your signal for larger moves. Until then, think of this as a market that rewards patience and discipline more than bold, all in bets.

    That is it for today’s episode of the Daily Corn Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark. Thanks so much for listening, stay curious about those corn prices, and be sure to subscribe and tune in next time for another daily check on what is happening in the corn market.

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    3 min
  • Cornering the Market: Harvesting Insights for Savvy Traders
    Dec 3 2025
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    This is your Daily Corn Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Welcome to Daily Corn Price Tracker, the podcast where we break down what's happening in the corn markets so you can stay informed. I'm your host Vanessa Clark, and today is Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025. Let's dive right into what you need to know about corn trading today.

    This morning, corn futures are trading lower, giving back some of yesterday's impressive gains. December corn closed yesterday at four dollars and thirty-eight cents per bushel, but today we're seeing prices push down by about two to three cents. March corn futures, which is the most actively traded contract, are down three cents early this morning at four dollars and forty-seven cents per bushel.

    Here's what's driving the market today. Yesterday's rally was fueled by geopolitical tensions between Ukraine and Russia over Black Sea grain exports. But today, we're seeing some profit-taking as traders lock in those gains. It's a natural market cycle, and honestly, it's healthy to see some consolidation after a strong day.

    From a technical perspective, March corn is trading just below the two hundred day moving average at four dollars and forty-eight cents. This is important because it's acting as key resistance. The immediate support level to watch is at four dollars and thirty-six and a quarter cents, which is the one hundred day moving average. As long as corn holds above that support, the broader uptrend remains intact.

    Now let me give you some context on why corn matters right now. The United States just harvested what's being called the largest corn crop on record at four hundred twenty-five point five million metric tons. But here's the encouraging part, and this is really important, the crop quality is exceptional. We're seeing the lowest rate of broken corn and foreign material in the history of the harvest quality report. That's remarkable.

    On the demand side, corn exports continue to impress. Export inspections through late November are running seventy-one percent higher than a year ago, even with some concerns about potential supply from other regions. Usage is also tracking well above what the USDA forecasted, with production coming in at sixteen point zero three million bushels per day compared to the fifteen point three million needed.

    The cash corn price, which is what farmers actually receive, is at three dollars and ninety-nine and three quarter cents per bushel, down about five and a half cents today.

    Looking ahead, traders are waiting for the USDA's supply and demand report coming December 9th. This report could be significant because there's speculation that corn usage might be raised while ending stock estimates could be lowered from the current projection of two point one five billion bushels.

    So here's the takeaway for today. We're seeing a healthy pullback after strong momentum, but the fundamentals remain supportive with record production, strong demand, and solid export activity. The technical levels to watch are four dollars and forty-eight cents above and four dollars and thirty-six cents below.

    Thanks so much for tuning in to Daily Corn Price Tracker. I'm Vanessa Clark reminding you to subscribe so you never miss an update on what's moving the corn markets. We'll see you tomorrow for another market update.

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    4 min
  • Corn Confidential: Exports, Brazil, and the Bull Run
    Dec 2 2025
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    This is your Daily Corn Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Hey everyone, welcome back to Daily Corn Price Tracker. I'm Vanessa Clark, and I'm so glad you're here with me today. We've got some really interesting movement to break down in the corn market as we head into December.

    So let's jump right in. As of today, December second, corn is trading at four dollars and thirty-seven cents per bushel, up nearly a full cent from yesterday. That's solid movement in the right direction for corn traders. The March contract specifically is holding around four dollars and forty-eight cents, which represents some real strength we're seeing emerge.

    Now here's what's driving today's action. Export inspections came in above expectations this week. We saw one point four two one million metric tons of corn inspected for export, which beat what traders were predicting. That's a big deal because it signals strong international demand for American corn. In fact, the cumulative corn export numbers for this marketing year are running seventy-one percent ahead of where we were at this time last year. Japan, Mexico, and Colombia are leading the charge as our top export destinations right now.

    But here's something important to understand. While year to date corn is still down about five point three percent, we've definitely seen a turnaround in momentum. The market had given back part of last week's rally on Monday, but today's strength suggests that confidence is returning. Some analysts are looking at corn with very bullish eyes. One forecast model I saw put corn at a ninety-one percent probability of higher prices moving forward, with March corn potentially reaching four dollars and sixty-seven cents.

    Now, I want to give you the real picture here. Brazil has cut its corn production forecast significantly. StoneX lowered their estimate to one hundred thirty-four point four million metric tons, citing planting delays and irregular rainfall. That's the kind of supply tightness that can support prices. Ukrainian exports are also continuing at a strong pace as harvesting moves along there.

    The cash market for corn is sitting around four dollars and four cents per bushel right now, which shows decent strength compared to where we started the week. The gulf basis is improving, which is positive for exporters and farmers in that region.

    One more thing worth watching. There's some chatter in the market about the USDA potentially lowering the corn yield estimate come January. If that happens, we could see some real support for prices, though the market might also price in lower demand for things like ethanol and livestock feed.

    So bottom line for today? Corn is showing resilience with export demand holding steady and supply concerns building internationally. Traders are watching that March contract closely, and today's push higher suggests the bulls are gaining confidence as we move into the heart of the winter months.

    Thanks so much for tuning in to Daily Corn Price Tracker. Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss our next episode, and we'll be right back tomorrow with the latest on what's moving the corn market. See you then.

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    4 min
  • Corn Crunched: Export Demand Strong Despite Dip
    Dec 1 2025
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    This is your Daily Corn Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Hey everyone, welcome back to Daily Corn Price Tracker. I'm Vanessa Clark, and thanks so much for tuning in today, Monday, December first. We're kicking off the month and I've got some really important updates for you about what's happening in the corn market right now.

    So let's jump right into the numbers because that's what you're here for. December corn futures are trading at four dollars and thirty three cents this morning, down two and a half cents from where we closed last week. Now, I know that might sound like a small move, but in the grain markets, every penny counts. We're also watching March futures, which are sitting at four dollars and forty five and a half cents, down about two and a quarter cents. If you're thinking longer term, December twenty twenty six futures are at four dollars and sixty six and three quarters, down a cent and a half.

    Here's what's interesting though. Last week during the holiday shortened trading, corn actually performed pretty well. December was up a dime for the entire week, and that rally came from some really solid export news. The USDA reported massive corn export sales of two point eight million tons for the twenty twenty five to twenty twenty six marketing year during the week ending October sixteenth. That absolutely crushed analyst expectations, which were only looking for one point four to two point five million tons. We also saw another five hundred seventy one thousand five hundred tons sold for the following year.

    But here's where things got interesting today. The market pulled back about two to three cents across most contracts. The CmdtyView national average cash corn price dropped to three dollars and ninety nine and a quarter cents. We did see some activity though. There were eighty deliveries issued against December contracts, all from an ADM customer. And exporters reported a private sale of two hundred seventy three thousand nine hundred eighty eight metric tons of corn to unknown destinations.

    Looking at the bigger picture for your longer term outlook, cumulative corn export commitments are actually running about forty two point nine percent above last year at thirty three point fifty six million bushels. That's a record high for this point in the season. We're also tracking Brazilian first crop corn planting at ninety nine percent complete, which is ahead of last year's pace of ninety seven percent.

    So here's what I want you to take away from today's show. Yes, we had a slight pullback this morning, but the underlying fundamentals for corn exports remain strong. We're seeing consistent demand, particularly from major buyers like Mexico and Japan. Keep your eyes on those export reports because they're really driving the market right now, especially as the USDA works through their backlog of reports.

    Thanks so much for listening to Daily Corn Price Tracker. I'm Vanessa Clark, and we'll be back tomorrow with more updates on everything happening in the corn market. Be sure to subscribe and tune in next time. Have a great rest of your day.

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    3 min
  • Kernels of Truth: Corn Exports Fuel Price Rally
    Nov 28 2025
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    This is your Daily Corn Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Hey everyone, I'm Vanessa Clark, and welcome back to Daily Corn Price Tracker. Today is Friday, November 28th, 2025, and we've got some really exciting movement in the corn market to talk about, so stick around.

    Let me jump right into today's numbers because this is where things get interesting. December corn futures closed today at four dollars and thirty five and one quarter cents per bushel, up three and one half cents. Now, if you're looking at the longer-dated contracts, March corn closed significantly higher at four dollars and forty seven and three quarters cents, gaining two and one half cents just today. The national average cash corn price is sitting at four dollars and twelve cents, which is up eight and one quarter cents. These are solid gains, folks, and there's a really good reason behind them.

    So what's driving this rally? Export sales. The United States Department of Agriculture released catch up data this morning from a week that ended October sixteenth, and the numbers were genuinely impressive. We saw two point eight two three million metric tons of corn sold for the current twenty twenty five twenty twenty six marketing year. That blew past analyst expectations that were looking for somewhere between one point four and two point five million metric tons. On top of that, there was another five hundred seventy one thousand metric tons sold for next year's crop. The USDA also announced a private export sale of two hundred seventy three thousand metric tons of corn to unknown destinations, which many believe is headed to South Korea.

    Here's what really matters for those of you following the fundamentals: corn export commitments are running more than forty percent ahead of last year's pace. That's huge. We're looking at total export commitments near thirty three point five six million metric tons compared to just twenty three point five million metric tons last year. These numbers tell us that the global market has serious appetite for American corn right now, and that's providing real support to prices.

    Now, I want to give you some context on the bigger picture. The USDA's latest production forecast shows corn production for this year at sixteen point eight billion bushels, down sixty two million bushels from their September estimate due to a yield reduction. But here's the thing: even with that lower production number, strong export demand is keeping the market supported. The fundamentals show ending stocks around two point one five four billion bushels, which is actually comfortable inventory levels.

    We're also watching what's happening in South America pretty closely because weather patterns there can absolutely impact global supply. Argentina's soybean planting is running slightly behind average, and that's something traders are keeping an eye on.

    For those of you with skin in this game, whether you're a farmer thinking about marketing strategy or you're just tracking grain prices, the message here is clear: global demand is strong, exports are moving, and that's translating into firmer prices as we head into December.

    That's what we're seeing in the corn market today. Thanks so much for tuning in to Daily Corn Price Tracker. Be sure to subscribe and join us next time for more updates on corn prices and what's moving the market. I'm Vanessa Clark, and we'll see you tomorrow.

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    4 min
  • Kernels of Truth: Navigating the Maize Maze in Holiday Mode
    Nov 27 2025
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    This is your Daily Corn Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Hey everyone, welcome back to the Daily Corn Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark. I'm your host, and I'm so glad you're tuning in today. We've got some interesting market updates to share with you as we head into the final days of November.

    Let's jump right into what's happening with corn prices today. As of the close on November 26th, December corn futures settled at four dollars and thirty one and three quarter cents per bushel. March futures closed at four dollars and forty five and a quarter cents. If you've been following along with us, you know that corn prices have been experiencing some interesting volatility, and today's close reflects some of that ongoing market activity.

    Now here's what's really important to understand about today's trading. We're in what many traders call full holiday mode. That means a lot of the big players are winding down for the Thanksgiving holiday, and we're seeing lighter trading volume overall. According to market analysts at Consus Ag Consulting, the selling interest has been pretty minimal, but we're also not seeing huge buying pressure either. What we are seeing a lot of is month end positioning as traders wrap up their books before taking the rest of the week off.

    The overnight trade showed corn up about five cents early on Wednesday morning, but as the day went on, we saw some technical selling pressure come back into the market. Corn prices have faced consecutive sessions of selling pressure, though the losses have been moderate rather than severe. We're talking about moves in the range of half a percent or so.

    What's driving these movements? Well, there are a few things at play. We've got global supply dynamics to think about, yield concerns related to weather patterns, and export activity. Just recently, there were some significant grain sales announced. South Korea purchased five and a half million bushels of corn, and Mexico picked up four million bushels. These sales are for the twenty twenty five to twenty twenty six marketing year, which began in September.

    One thing that's keeping some support under the market is stronger US ethanol production. That's been helping March futures rally a bit compared to some of the front month weakness we've been seeing.

    Here's my takeaway for you as we head into this holiday-shortened week. If you're involved in corn trading or farming, stay aware that Friday is going to be the first notice day for December contracts, and it's also a shortened trading session. That could make things interesting as we wrap up the month and head into December.

    Keep an eye on those December futures settling at four thirty one and three quarters, and the March contracts at four forty five and a quarter. These price levels are important benchmarks as you're thinking about your own positions and decisions.

    Thanks so much for joining me on the Daily Corn Price Tracker. I really appreciate you spending this time with me. Be sure to subscribe and tune in next time for more daily updates on corn prices and market insights. Take care, and we'll catch you tomorrow!

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  • Kernels of Truth: Corn Futures, Harvest Wrap-Up & Turkey Day Pause
    Nov 26 2025
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    This is your Daily Corn Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Hey everyone, welcome back to Daily Corn Price Tracker. I'm Vanessa Clark, and I'm thrilled to have you here on this Wednesday, November twenty-sixth. We've got some really interesting movement happening in the corn market as we head into the Thanksgiving holiday, so let's dive right in.

    First, let's talk about where corn is trading right now. December corn futures closed yesterday at four dollars and twenty-three and a half cents per bushel, down just a quarter cent. But here's where it gets interesting for those of you watching the deferred contracts. March corn is where we're seeing some real strength. March futures climbed one and a half cents, closing at four dollars and thirty-eight and a half cents. So we're definitely seeing some spreading action happening in the market as traders are rebuilding carry along the curve.

    Now, the reason we're seeing this particular pattern is really important. Friday is first notice day for December corn futures. That's a big deal because it means producers who are holding basis contracts need to make some decisions. Are they going to roll to another month, or are they going to price their bushels? This is typically bringing selling pressure into the market as people are liquidating positions before that first notice day hits.

    Looking at the cash market, the national average cash corn price ticked up a quarter cent to three dollars and eighty-eight cents per bushel. So we're seeing some modest support on the physical side, though honestly, demand has been pretty quiet as everyone gears up for the holiday.

    Here's something pretty encouraging though. According to export data from early this week, we saw corn sales of fifty-two million bushels reported. Now, year to date, total commitments are running one billion two hundred and ten million bushels, which puts us fifty-five percent ahead of last year's pace at this time. The USDA is forecasting exports of three point seventy-five billion bushels for the full year, suggesting about a nine percent increase over last year. That's solid demand support, especially in a year where we've had some production concerns.

    Speaking of production, the USDA's latest crop progress report showed that ninety-six percent of the U.S. corn crop has been harvested as of Sunday. That's just slightly behind the five year average of ninety-seven percent, so harvest is basically complete across the country.

    One thing I want to mention for you market watchers out there is that ethanol stocks have slipped to twenty-two million barrels, which is below expectations and below year ago levels. Some analysts are wondering if the market might be building in expectations for lower production coming into January. Historically, the USDA has lowered the crop size from the November report about sixty-five percent of the time in January, so that's something to keep an eye on.

    As we head into the long weekend, just remember that the market will be closed Thursday for Thanksgiving, and we'll have a hard open at eight thirty Central Standard Time on Friday morning. That's when we'll get more export data, so there could be some interesting price action once we're back in business.

    Thanks so much for tuning in to Daily Corn Price Tracker. I really appreciate you spending time with me today. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss tomorrow's update, and I'll see you next time. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

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    4 min
  • Cornucopia Report: Harvest Wrap-Up, Export Surge, and Thanksgiving Market Musings
    Nov 25 2025
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    This is your Daily Corn Price Tracker with Vanessa Clark podcast.

    Welcome to the Daily Corn Price Tracker, I’m Vanessa Clark. Today is Tuesday, November twenty-fifth, twenty twenty-five, and as always, I’m here to keep you up to date on the latest corn prices, important market moves, and what it all might mean for you—whether you’re a grower, a trader, or just someone who likes to keep tabs on the ag markets.

    Let’s get right into the numbers. According to Brownfield Ag News, December corn futures settled at four dollars and twenty-three and a half cents per bushel, down a quarter of a cent. If you’re watching the March contract, Pro Farmer reports it closed at four dollars and thirty-eight and a quarter cents, up one and a half cents, showing some mild support after recent selling. National average cash corn looks a bit softer at three dollars and eighty-seven and a quarter cents. The market is heading into the Thanksgiving holiday, so expect lighter volume and perhaps some sideways trading heading into the long weekend.

    So what’s behind these moves? The corn market continues to digest a wave of recent news. First, the United States corn harvest is practically done, with ICIS reporting ninety-six percent completion as of this week. That means the market now knows exactly how much corn is available, putting a cap on price support from weather or harvest delays.

    Meanwhile, export demand is looking impressively strong. According to The DeLong Company, corn export inspections reached sixty-four point three million bushels last week, which is solidly within expectations and up substantially from this time last year. In fact, the United States has shipped seventy-two percent more corn compared to last year’s pace. The biggest buyers continue to be Mexico, Japan, and South Korea. But in the bigger picture, DTN Progressive Farmer notes there is record-setting export activity, yet China has remained on the sidelines for now, which could be a wild card for prices down the line.

    On the supply front, we’re dealing with big numbers. The November USDA reports surprised the market by keeping the national yield at one hundred and eighty-six bushels per acre, translating into a hefty bump in ending stocks. Times-Online Business points out this has pressured corn prices lower over the past couple of weeks, as traders process the reality of abundant supply both here and globally.

    Weather is less of a factor right now, and crude oil’s recent plunge toward fifty-seven dollars per barrel is also teasing the markets, since cheaper oil can sometimes mean less support for corn used in ethanol production. It’s a reminder of how interconnected these markets can be.

    So, if you’re a grower or someone with skin in the game, what should you watch for in the week ahead? Pre-holiday volatility can be tricky. With the market pausing for Thanksgiving, unexpected export news or updates on Chinese buying interest could move things sharply as soon as trading resumes. Also keep an eye on whether strong export inspections translate into increased sales, especially if overseas buyers take advantage of the recent pullback in prices. For end users and feed buyers, this window could be a good opportunity to lock in supplies at relatively affordable prices.

    That wraps up today’s Daily Corn Price Tracker. I’m Vanessa Clark—thank you for joining me. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update, and be sure to tune in next time as we follow the twists and turns of the U.S. corn market. Have a great Thanksgiving, and see you soon.

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