US maize futures gain as wheat retreats on Russia’s promising output

18.03.2021

Chicago corn futures gained for a fifth consecutive session on Wednesday as Chinese purchases of U.S. supplies underpinned the market. Wheat prices eased after rising for two straight sessions, while soybeans fell.

"News of a hefty U.S. export sale to China was a plus," said Tobin Gorey, director of agricultural strategy,...