Soybeans were modestly higher on fund and technical buying. Anecdotal yield reports are lower than expected in some key growing areas. The USDA says 16% of U.S. soybeans are harvested, compared to the five-year average of 13%, and 75% are dropping leaves, compared to 66% on average, with 58% of the crop in good to excellent shape, steady with a week ago. Near-term harvest conditions generally look favorable for most of the region. China bought 334,000 tons of 2021/22 U.S.

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