The CBOT saw significant selling pressure and long liquidation after “constructive peace talks” developed between Russia and Ukraine early on Tuesday. News reports indicate the two sides are far from reaching an actual cease fire or peace agreement, but the day’s headlines were positive for Ukrainian production and export potential. Consequently, the CBOT swiftly sold-off on the idea that the world will be somewhat less dependent on U.S. and South American corn/soybean supplies this year. For the day, funds were net sellers of 12,000 contracts of Chicago wheat and 30,000 contracts of corn! Funds also sold some 24,000 contracts of soybeans while liquidating some of their soyoil and soymeal longs as well. Outsi...
The magpie goose (Anseranas semipalmata) is the sole living representative species of the family Anseranatidae. This waterbird is found in northern Australia and southern New Guinea.[2] The species is not truly migratory but it sometimes travels large distances to find food and water, especiall...
The common ostrich (Struthio camelus), or simply ostrich, is a species of flightless bird native to certain areas of Africa (and historically, Arabia) and is the largest living species of bird. The common ostrich is one of two extant species of ostriches, the only living members of the genus St...
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A pika (/ˈpaɪkə, ˈpiːkə/ PY-kə, PEE-kə[3][4]) is a small, mountain-dwelling mammal native to Asia and North America. With short limbs, a very round body, an even coat of fur, and no external tail, they resemble their close relative the rabbit, but with short, rounded ears.[5] The large-eared pi...
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