Brazil is Harvesting 6.6 BILLION Bushels of "Cheap" Soybeans - Why are Prices Rallying??
Brazil is Harvesting 6.6 BILLION Bushels of "Cheap" Soybeans - Why are Prices Rallying??  
Podcast: Grain Markets and Other Stuff
Published On: Fri Feb 13 2026
Description: Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links —Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.🌱 Soybean Market RallySoybeans moved sharply higher following a South China Morning Post report hinting that the US–China trade truce could be extended when Trump and Xi meet in April. President Trump recently suggested China may boost US soybean purchases to 20mmt, but skepticism remains as Brazilian beans continue to dominate global offers at a discount.🌽 Export Sales BreakdownCorn export sales were a clear bright spot, easily beating expectations with Japan leading the charge. Soybean sales, however, slipped to a marketing-year low despite China showing up as the largest buyer. Wheat sales posted modest improvement. What does this mixed demand picture mean going forward?🌎 South America Weather & ProductionArgentina’s crops are still in a weather-critical window, with dryness raising concern about yield potential. Meanwhile, Brazil continues to stack record production, with Conab raising its soybean estimate again. Harvest is advancing — and global supply pressure is building.🥩 Beef Industry DevelopmentsCargill is closing its Milwaukee processing facility, adding to the growing list of plant slowdowns and shutdowns. With the US cattle herd near historic lows, the livestock sector faces tightening dynamics that could reshape margins and price behavior.☀️ Drought Monitor UpdateLarge portions of the Corn Belt saw limited precipitation, while drought conditions worsened in parts of Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, and Kansas. We review what this means as the growing season approaches.🚢 Flash Sale to EgyptUSDA reported new soybean business to Egypt. How significant is this sale in the broader demand landscape?