Grain Markets
Real-time pricing for major agricultural commodities. Track corn, wheat, soybeans, and other essential grain futures traded on the Chicago Board of Trade.
LIVE_PRICES
ZC=F
Corn
$439.00
per bushel
ZW=F
Wheat
$572.75
per bushel
ZS=F
Soybeans
$1154.50
per bushel
ZO=F
Oats
$329.00
per bushel
ZR=F
Rough Rice
$15.99
per cwt
Grain futures are among the oldest traded commodities, with the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) established in 1848 specifically for grain trading.
Corn is the most widely produced grain in the U.S. and is used for food, animal feed, and ethanol production.
Wheat is a global staple food crop. The U.S., Russia, and the EU are major exporters.
Soybeans are crucial for protein meal and vegetable oil. China is the world's largest importer.
Drought, floods, and frost can devastate crops and spike prices.
Monthly WASDE reports on supply/demand move markets significantly.
Weekly export sales data, especially to China, impacts soybean prices.
Planting intentions and acreage reports in spring set expectations.
Corn demand for ethanol production affects supply available for export.
* Key USDA reports typically released at 11:00 AM CT.