The corn and soybean markets today appear cautiously optimistic. The crop progress report yesterday did not bring any major surprises, but it underscored ongoing concerns about crop conditions. As we move into next week, crop conditions are likely to depend heavily on weather forecasts, which are currently mixed with some regions expecting beneficial rains while others may continue to experience dryness. The Hard Red Spring Wheat tour this week is expected to uncover a range of crop conditions, which could influence market sentiment. Key factors to watch in the corn and soybean markets going forward include next week's weather conditions and their impact on yields, crop condition reports, and any shifts in global demand and export activity.