DTN Soybean Alert

(5/18/2026)

2025-26 and 2026-27: With soybean futures jumping to begin the week after dropping over 50 cents between Thursday and Friday’s session, take advantage of the recovery to sell the remaining 15% of old crop 2025 soybeans (for nearby delivery) as well as another 15% of new crop soybeans for harvest delivery. July soybeans were near $12.07 and November near $11.98 at the time of this recommendation, with the spot DTN National Soybean Index likely near to $11.42. At this point in mid-May, the market will likely shift to a weather focus with Midwest forecasts appearing non-threatening at this point. I remain confident of a May or June seasonal high in the soybean market, which we will continue to monitor for additional marketing opportunities.