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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.

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ZC=F

Corn

$439.00

per bushel

-0.28%
Low: $437.25High: $441.00

ZW=F

Wheat

$572.75

per bushel

-0.17%
Low: $570.25High: $579.00

ZS=F

Soybeans

$1154.50

per bushel

+0.41%
Low: $1143.50High: $1157.75

ZO=F

Oats

$329.00

per bushel

+1.08%
Low: $324.50High: $329.50

ZR=F

Rough Rice

$15.99

per cwt

-0.29%
Low: $15.99High: $15.99
About Grain Trading

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.

Key Price Drivers
WEATHER

Drought, floods, and frost can devastate crops and spike prices.

USDA

Monthly WASDE reports on supply/demand move markets significantly.

EXPORTS

Weekly export sales data, especially to China, impacts soybean prices.

PLANTING

Planting intentions and acreage reports in spring set expectations.

ETHANOL

Corn demand for ethanol production affects supply available for export.

Trading Hours (CBOT)
Electronic Trading7:00 PM - 7:45 AM CT
Day Session8:30 AM - 1:20 PM CT
Settlement1:15 PM CT

* Key USDA reports typically released at 11:00 AM CT.

Contract Specifications
ContractSizeTick
Corn5,000 bu$0.0025
Wheat5,000 bu$0.0025
Soybeans5,000 bu$0.0025
Oats5,000 bu$0.0025