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Spotty Rainfall and Severe Storms Impact Corn Belt Crops

Spotty Rainfall and Severe Storms Impact Corn Belt Crops

The Corn Belt experienced a mix of spotty rainfall and severe storms in July, impacting crops during critical growth stages. As of July 26, 78% of corn was silking and 80% of soybeans were blooming, both ahead of their average paces by 4 and 6 percentage points, respectively (FarmWeekNow, Source time: not specified). However, July 2026 recorded the lowest precipitation in U.S. corn areas since 2014, with an average of 3.24 inches, significantly below the 5.17 inches recorded in July 2025 (FarmWeekNow). The weather pattern shifted on Friday, bringing storms to parts of Illinois, with additional rainfall expected over the weekend.
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Corn Bulls Overcome Early Weakness to Achieve Midday Gains

Corn Bulls Overcome Early Weakness to Achieve Midday Gains

Corn Bulls Overcome Early Weakness to Achieve Midday Gains
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U.S. Wheat Markets Experience Decline Amid Harvest Progress

U.S. Wheat Markets Experience Decline Amid Harvest Progress

U.S. Wheat Markets Experience Decline Amid Harvest Progress
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U.S. Sheep Industry Maintains Positive Outlook Despite Drought Challenges

U.S. Sheep Industry Maintains Positive Outlook Despite Drought Challenges

U.S. Sheep Industry Maintains Positive Outlook Despite Drought Challenges
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U.S. Wheat Prices Rise as Harvest Progresses and Export Inspections Decline

U.S. Wheat Prices Rise as Harvest Progresses and Export Inspections Decline

U.S. Wheat Prices Rise as Harvest Progresses and Export Inspections Decline
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Soybean Prices Decline Amidst Mixed Market Signals and Export Challenges

Soybean Prices Decline Amidst Mixed Market Signals and Export Challenges

Soybean Prices Decline Amidst Mixed Market Signals and Export Challenges
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USDA Report Shows Early Signs of Cattle Herd Stabilization Amid Record Low Calf Crop

USDA Report Shows Early Signs of Cattle Herd Stabilization Amid Record Low Calf Crop

USDA Report Shows Early Signs of Cattle Herd Stabilization Amid Record Low Calf Crop
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Weather Extremes Impact Corn Belt Crop Yields

Weather Extremes Impact Corn Belt Crop Yields

Inconsistent weather patterns across the U.S. Corn Belt during July 2026 have brought significant challenges to agricultural production. Above-normal temperatures during mid-July coincided with critical corn pollination periods in Illinois and Iowa, while Ohio experienced daily highs exceeding 90°F (32°C) from July 13–17. Pickaway County, Ohio, received over 1.5 inches of rain during the second weekend of July, described locally as a 'million-dollar rain event.' However, hail damage in Illinois and contrasting wet and dry conditions in South Dakota have further complicated crop outcomes. The southern U.S. is enduring a 100-year drought, while El Niño intensifies in South America, bringing above-average temperatures and below-normal rainfall. These weather uncertainties are expected to persist into September, contributing to price volatility and demand uncertainty in agricultural markets (Ohio Ag Net, Source time: Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:15:00 GMT).
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U.S. Farmland Values Surpass $6,000 per Acre, Indicating Strong Market Confidence

U.S. Farmland Values Surpass $6,000 per Acre, Indicating Strong Market Confidence

U.S. Farmland Values Surpass $6,000 per Acre, Indicating Strong Market Confidence
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Enbridge Delays Second Phase of Mainline Oil Pipeline Expansion

Enbridge Delays Second Phase of Mainline Oil Pipeline Expansion

Enbridge Delays Second Phase of Mainline Oil Pipeline Expansion
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Illinois Emerges as 2026 Tornado Hotspot, Surpassing Traditional Tornado Alley

Illinois Emerges as 2026 Tornado Hotspot, Surpassing Traditional Tornado Alley

In 2026, Illinois has become the leading state for tornado activity in the U.S., recording 221 preliminary tornado reports by July 31, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This marks a significant increase from the state's typical average of 52 tornadoes by this time of year. The shift in tornado activity has seen traditional 'Tornado Alley' states like Texas and Oklahoma experiencing below-average tornado occurrences. Meteorologists attribute this change to atmospheric patterns that have redirected storm systems northward, coupled with warm air aloft due to drought conditions in the western U.S.
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Liverpool 2, Leeds United 4 – Match Recap: Don’t Get Your Hopes Up

Liverpool 2, Leeds United 4 – Match Recap: Don’t Get Your Hopes Up

A look back at the key moments in Liverpool's [great/terrible/okay I guess victory/defeat to/draw with Leeds in Preseason action.