Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, January 9, 2026,

South America faces dry conditions, slowing planting, while US wheat production is split between the dry Southern Plains and the moist Northern Plains. Analysts anticipate lower corn and soybean production, with stocks-to-use ratios influencing market sentiment. The Supreme Court may rule on US tariffs, with a 28% chance of tariffs remaining. Corn sales plummeted 76% from the prior four weeks, with significant purchases from South Korea, Japan, and Mexico. Soybean sales also declined, with China being a major buyer. Wheat sales rose 24% weekly but were down 55% from the average. The National Weather Service forecasts heavy snow in the Southern Plains, potentially impacting roadways.

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