The rain in Spain falls mainly on the plain, but this week it’s falling on Argentina and causing a flood of CBOT sell orders. Corn, wheat, and the soy complex all came under heavy selling pressure to start the week as funds liquidated fresh longs that quickly became underwater. The odd thing about the selloff is that the one-week forecast features ample rain for Argentina but continued dryness for Brazil, and the two-week forecast shows signs of more dryness for both countries. So as the weather forecasts are updated, we could see this selloff reverse if dry weather returns, or extended if the rains keep coming. The day’s trade was decidedly bearish but signs of technical support were also evident. Tuesday’s trade will lik...
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