Weather

With ramifications of the drought in the Southern Plains still being felt, producers should take precautions for forage production in 2012.

The South American weather watch continues.

Grains are set to start the week higher.

Some fall rains making it appear as though some drought-weakened pasture resources are healthier than they might be.

Fueled by declining beef production due to the drought and booming exports, fed-cattle prices soared to new levels.

30-day outlook calls for below-normal precip and above-normal temps across Central & Southern Plains.

Cotton sales to China again bulk of weekly total.

Expect La Nina to peak in November-January.