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Weather, markets and trade conflicts in the DTN newsroom Top 5 this week: dtn.link/ovadad9j

The House Budget Committee is expected to markup a reconciliation bill that would include $20 billion in farm aid and $70 billion for defense. DTN Ag Policy Editor @jzajkow repors: dtn.link/luvb2rjh

Corn and beans leak, wheat rallies on Russian news. WATCH more in the Closing Market Comment for July 14: bcove.video/4w2rcRo

Beginning farmers are invited to strengthen their farm businesses by attending a one-day free business workshop in Swisher, Iowa, on Aug. 10. Young Farmers Editor @jpusan reports: dtn.link/olu9fmxb

A federal lawsuit challenging California's Proposition 12 has been narrowed down after a court on Monday dismissed most of the claims brought against the state by Triumph Foods LLC based in St. Joseph, Missouri. Environmental Editor @DTNeeley reports: dtn.link/p6ofutty

A new economic analysis from farm economists suggests the farm safety net doesn't just help farmers through downturns. It has become woven into the economics of modern agriculture, not only boosting farm profitability in the good years, but also benefiting landowners, input suppliers, lenders and insurers. Farm Business Editor @ChrisClaytonDTN reports: dtn.link/r7bm0re1

Artificial insemination can be a good option for breeding in some cases, but there are obstacles. What cattle producers should know: dtn.link/kgzi0ixp #AgNews #CattleProducers #AI #ArtificialInsemination #Cattle #AskTheVet

A heat wave across much of beef-cow country will continue to put pressure on pasture and range this week. A significant shift in pasture and range conditions was seen last week in some Southwest and Plains states, according to the latest USDA Crop Progress report released on Monday. Livestock Editor @JennCattleGal reports: dtn.link/ilylsrdv

Hot and dry conditions occurring at a bad time for corn. WATCH more in the Market Weather Outlook for July 14: bcove.video/4hbvSQj

Relocations challenged. The July 1 motion asks the court to halt USDA's reorganization and restructuring actions while litigation continues, citing recently implemented office relocations and workforce reductions that plaintiffs argue are intended to force mass resignations and unlawfully downsize the department. Details: dtn.link/cfiwh9q9

Bayer CropScience on Monday filed its response to a lawsuit brought by Iowa-based Latham Quality Inc. over allegations regarding off-patent glyphosate-resistant corn seeds. Latham had sued Bayer in April and has alleged Bayer is using unfair business tactics to pressure independent seed companies. Details: dtn.link/6zu1o09j

Weekly crop progress. A major heat wave will dominate the northern U.S. this week, stressing crops as dry conditions persist. A midweek front may bring limited relief before a late-week system ends the heat and shifts concerns west, according to DTN Ag Meteorologist John Baranick. ICYMI: dtn.link/dn84n8lf

07/14 - Bull and Bear from the Early Word Grains commentary with Mike McGinnis, DTN Contributing Analyst. #corn #soybeans #wheat #EWG #grains #BullAndBear #DTNBullAndBear

Bayer CropScience is asking a federal court to dismiss antitrust claims by Iowa-based Latham Quality Inc., arguing the company failed to show Bayer illegally used licensing agreements to keep companies from developing off-patent glyphosate-resistant seeds for the past four years. Farm Business Editor @ChrisClaytonDTN reports: dtn.link/6zu1o09j

U.S. corn and soybean condition ratings increased from the previous week, according to USDA NASS's weekly #CropProgressReport released today. Corn was 34% silking, 6% in the dough stage and 68% of the crop was rated in good-to-excellent condition. Content Editor @ellareiff reports: dtn.link/dn84n8lf

Row crops fade from early highs as weather provides support. WATCH more in the Closing Market Comment for July 13 ▶️ bcove.video/4fuwnDX

As Congress comes back from a break for the Fourth of July, the result of a new poll shows increasing support for permanent year-round E15 among registered voters. The poll conducted by Morning Consult on behalf of the Renewable Fuels Association surveyed 2,039 registered voters from June 23 to June 25, finding 75% support for expanding the availability of E15. About 70% of respondents said they supported federal legislation to allow E15 year-round permanently. Environmental Editor @DTNeeley reports: dtn.link/fo4aajw2

This case has gone for a long time, now it's nearing the end: 6 Poultry Companies Agree to $41.7M Deal Over Oklahoma Water Pollution dtnpf.com/agriculture/we…

Livestock Analyst ShayLe Stewart: If it feels as though the dog days of summer came out of nowhere, hitting the cattle complex head-on right before the big Fourth of July holiday — your feeling is 100% accurate. Aside from the miserable heat wave overtaking much of the U.S., the market has also felt the seasonal pressure of the commonly referred to "dog days of summer." Read more in ShayLe's #SortAndCull: dtn.link/21zs2ptz

Livestock Analyst ShayLe Stewart: If it feels as though the dog days of summer came out of nowhere, hitting the cattle complex head-on right before the big Fourth of July holiday — your feeling is 100% accurate. Aside from the miserable heat wave overtaking much of the U.S., the market has also felt the seasonal pressure of the commonly referred to "dog days of summer." Read more in ShayLe's #SortAndCull: dtn.link/21zs2ptz

A 21-year-old lawsuit against six poultry companies alleging they polluted the Illinois River watershed with phosphorous and bacteria is nearing its end. The state of Oklahoma announced a new $41.7 million settlement on Monday that replaces a previous resolution rejected by a federal court in April 2026. Environmental Editor @DTNeeley reports: dtn.link/27mio1wm