Global Coarse Grain Production Climbs, Ukraine Corn Leads Expansion

DELMARVA — Worldwide coarse grain production is climbing during the 2025-26 season according to the USDA’s March report. International forecasts show modest upward revisions with increases expected in barley, corn, oats, and sorghum. The most significant production boost is anticipated in corn harvests, with Ukraine projected to lead this expansion. That rising global supply could […]

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DELMARVA — Worldwide coarse grain production is climbing during the 2025-26 season according to the USDA’s March report. International forecasts show modest upward revisions with increases expected in barley, corn, oats, and sorghum. The most significant production boost is anticipated in corn harvests, with Ukraine projected to lead this expansion. That rising global supply could pressure corn prices as harvest season approaches.

Markets

Soybeans recovered some ground Tuesday after Monday’s losses. May soybean futures climbed $1.75 to close at $11.57/bu. May corn held steady at $4.54/bu with no change. Chicago wheat for May delivery dropped $0.075 to finish at $6.8975/bu. Soybean meal slipped $0.50 to $311.70/cwt.

In livestock markets, April live cattle surged $1.97 to $235.22/cwt. April feeder cattle jumped $4.95 to $354.80.

Forecast

Scattered snow showers are expected tonight with temperatures dropping to 25°F and northwest winds 5-15 mph. Wednesday brings partly sunny skies with a high near 40°F and light southwest winds up to 10 mph. Wednesday night stays partly cloudy with lows around 28°F.

This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Evening Edition, March 17, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.

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