Wheat

Spring wheat varieties down to two

There are just two varieties of spring wheat on the 2026 recommended list from the Department of Agriculture.

CROPS 9 January 2026

Spring wheat varieties down to two

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Grain Trends: Matif wheat price hits new low

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Grain Trends: big supplies keep prices from jumping

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Large global supplies of grain are one of the main factors keeping grain prices down at present.

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Grain Trends: offers on the table ahead of next harvest

Grain Trends: offers on the table ahead of next harvest

Grain markets are stubborn at present, but growers were made offers for 2026 this week that are looking more positive.

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Watch: soybeans being planted in Brazil this month

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