U.S. corn and soybean futures rose on Monday as crude oil prices surged, offsetting pressure from favorable Midwest weather for late-developing crops. Confirmation of further Chinese purchases of U.S. soybeans also supported the market.
Wheat firmed alongside corn on dry conditions in parts of the Southern Hemisphere.
Higher crude oil lifts ethanol and biofuel economics, which supports corn demand. Continued Chinese buying supports soybean and meal prices for feed buyers.
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