Stocks slip as data temper bets on Fed cuts
New York stocks eased on the last trading day of the third quarter despite solid readings on consumer spending, construction spending and inflation. The Dow fell 17.31 to 13,895.63 while the Nasdaq and S P 500 fluctuated. the quarter ended with mixed gains for major indices as investors awaited October earnings reports.
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Soybean rust found in Illinois and Iowa crops
Soybean rust appears in far southern Illinois and in central Iowa marking first Iowa case. Experts say harvest not affected this year as crop stages are mature and rust typically risks yield only if early growth. Researchers note limited knowledge of rust behavior in this region and potential future impact.
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Drought hurts yields for big pumpkin states across regions
Farmers across western New York to Illinois face reduced pumpkin yields after a summer of extreme weather. USDA estimates a 100 million dollar industry with Pennsylvania still producing a good early crop but midseason pumpkins failing. West Virginia faces festival import needs while Circleville Show growers fear record breaks due to heat. Some sellers import pumpkins as irrigation drives winners and losers.
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Hogs Prices Show Mixed Declines in Illinois Direct Trade
Eastern Cornbelt negotiations were not available as of early today. Illinois direct hog trading moved steady to three dollars lower with moderate demand and offerings. 1-3 hogs 300-400 lbs at 28.00 to 30.00, 400-500 lbs 29.00 to 32.00, 500-600 lbs 30.00 to 33.00, over 600 lbs 32.00 to 35.00 and a few at 36.00. Boars under 300 lbs 22.00 to 28.00, over 300 lbs 10.00 to 14.00.
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Grain futures mixed as wheat leads CBOT gains
Chicago trading closed with wheat rising 6 cents to 9.39 a bushel for December delivery while December corn fell 13.75 cents to 3.73 a bushel with oats up 4 cents to 2.8975 a bushel and November soybeans dropping 17.75 cents to 9.9125 a bushel.
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