An ag economist says corn and soybean yields around the Midwest are looking above average with a few exceptions.

Gary Schnitkey with the University of Illinois tells Brownfield in spite of above average yields, the corn and soybean markets are strengthening.

“It’s primarily due to strong demand from China,” he said. “China has been buying soybeans and other agricultural commodities so that’s strengthened our outlook.”

He said the derecho wind event in Iowa has also added support to the market.

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