Markets

Soybean futures were higher Friday amid concerns about dry Brazil weather.

There was strength early in the week on optimism that China might be buying large quantities of ag products. However, without any confirmation of business, the market gave up its gains.

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Wheat futures and soybeans closed higher on Friday.

To get back to profits, the industry must secure more markets for U.S. pork or further reduce the rate of expansion.