
Soybeans fell about 6% in October amid record U.S. harvest expectations and Brazilian export competition, while soybean-crushing margins increased. Strong soybean-oil demand for biofuel and high crude prices supported processor profitability; the article also notes that cheaper feed can benefit meat processors while weighing on farmers and input suppliers.
Greater soybean availability and export competition put downward pressure on bean prices, while lower input costs support crushers and livestock feeders. Biofuel demand and crude prices support soybean oil and help sustain crush margins.
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