Teucrium Corn Fund

CORN tracks an index of corn futures contracts. It reflects the performance of corn by holding Chicago Board of Trade corn futures contracts with three different expiration dates.

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El Nino, the periodic weather phenomenon characterized by an abnormal warming of the Pacific Ocean, has set in 2023.

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Agricultural commodities are pushing higher as the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues to escalate. In particular, the collapse of a major dam in southern Ukraine translated to higher wheat and corn prices.

Wheat, Corn Push Higher as Russia-Ukraine Conflict Escalates

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The second-largest economy is making use of its wheat surplus. China is shifting from corn to wheat for its animal feed market, which could hamper corn imports.

China's Shift From Corn to Wheat Could Hamper Imports

CBOT corn futures for July 2023 delivery fell to their lowest price since November 2021, trading at $5.7000 per bushel. The May World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates Report projected larger production, greater domestic use and exports, and higher ending stocks for corn in 2023/24.

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Geopolitical factors stemming from Russia's invasion of Ukraine last year continue to have a major effect on agricultural commodities. In particular, an extension of the Black Sea grain deal could sway prices.

Black Sea Grain Extension Could Sway Ag Commodities

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Despite Russia mulling a pivotal deadline that could affect the global grain supply, one expert doesn't see a disruption to the downturn in commodity prices.

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Despite an uptick in commodities prices amid rising inflation, there could be a commodities supercycle ahead. At least, there could be if history repeats itself, according to a Visual Capitalist blog.

History Could Hint at a Commodities Supercycle Ahead

Recession fears continue to amplify in the capital markets, but this could push commodities higher, particularly those of the agricultural variety. The U.S. Federal Reserve has been in a dogfight with inflation, and it's proving to be a long-term battle.

Recession Woes Could Push Agricultural Commodities Higher

China's re-opening could have a profound impact on corn prices moving forward. The second-largest economy is sloughing off the economic effects of a resurgence in COVID cases, and bullish corn investors could stand to benefit.

China's Demand Will Play a Major Factor in Direction of Corn Prices

With COVID-19, inflation, rising interest rates, and recession fears, it's no wonder that the CBOE Volatility Index (CBOE) is up 39% within the last five years. That said, investors can look to agricultural commodities to help pad their portfolios to absorb any further volatility shock.

Absorb the Shock of Market Volatility With Agricultural Commodities

Hedge funds and proprietary trading firms are bolstering their rosters with added expertise in agricultural commodities. Given last year's volatility, they're seeing opportunities for profit-taking, especially amid a number of broad economic unknowns.

Hedge Funds, Trading Firms See Opportunities in Agricultural Commodities

It's been over a year since Russia invaded Ukraine, and the agricultural commodities market is expected to see more volatility ahead, especially when it comes to corn and wheat prices.

Corn, Wheat to Remain Volatile as Russia-Ukraine Conflict Continues

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Commodities ran hot in 2022, and despite a more muted second half, fared well in a tough year that saw both stocks and bonds falter.

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It appears inflation could be around for quite some time as the U.S. Federal Reserve continues to try and stifle rising consumer prices with rate hikes. Investors looking for an inflation hedge may want to consider corn, especially if South American weather continues to push prices higher.

South American Weather is Pushing Corn Prices Higher

Corn rose to its highest price since 2012 in 2022 - War in Europe's breadbasket caused supply and price concerns. Corn futures are sitting at a multi-year high as the Northern Hemisphere heads into the 2023 planting season.

CORN: Moving Into The 2023 Planting Season

One month into 2023, agricultural commodities experienced a slight uptick, according to an S&P blog. Likewise, the S&P GSCI Agriculture index saw a light bump with a 0.38% gain so far this year.

Agricultural Commodities See Slight Uptick in First Month of 2023

According to a Dairy Reporter article, analytics firm Beroe is predicting that corn prices will stay elevated in 2023, giving bullish investors reason to continue using the commodity as a prime inflation hedge or as a portfolio diversification tool. Beroe cited the ongoing war in Ukraine as a major catalyst for corn prices.

Analytics Firm Predicts Corn Prices Will Stay Elevated in 2023

The capital markets are looking at China with eyes wide open, searching for opportunities as the country's economy bounces back after stumbling over the last couple of years. A byproduct of the recent re-opening after a resurgence of COVID-19 cases could be a boost in commodities.

China's Re-Opening Could Give Commodities a Boost

Soybean and corn futures climbed on Thursday, with both poised to end the session at their highest in nearly two weeks. In a monthly report, U.S. Department of Agriculture reduced its U.S. soybean ending stocks forecast for the 2022/2023 marketing year.

Soybean, corn futures look to settle at nearly 2-week highs after USDA data

One of the default plays over the last couple of years for combating inflation has been getting commodities exposure. Another rise in 2022 for the S&P GSCI index has supported this rise, making it another positive year for the space.

S&P Commodities Index Rises for a Second Consecutive Year

The research group, Economic Intelligence Unit (EIU), doesn't see commodity prices falling after a volatile 2022. According to EIU, while demand may slow, supply won't rise high enough to put enough downward pressure on prices.

Commodity Prices Will Remain High in 2023, Says Research Group

Bullish corn investors could be getting what they want in the new year if macroeconomic conditions conducive to higher prices can stay steady through 2023. From a technical standpoint, the stage is also set for higher corn prices.

Corn Prices Could Keep Trending Higher into 2023

Corn futures edged higher on Friday, but trade below the session's best levels after the U.S. Department of Agriculture reduced its forecast for U.S. corn exports and raised its expectations for ending stocks for the 2022/2023 marking year. The government agency lowered its U.S. corn exports forecast by 75 million barrels, citing competition from other exports and “relatively” high U.S. prices.

Corn futures pare gains as USDA cuts its forecast for U.S. exports

Heading into 2023, supply continues to be a prime concern when investing in agricultural commodities. This includes fertilizer, which has been going through a brewing supply crisis apart from the actual commodities at stake.

Fertilizer Shortage Could Impact Commodities in 2023

The ING Group, a global financial institution, released a 2023 outlook for commodities as 2022 has begun to wind down. ING noted that more volatility could be ahead for the commodity markets in general, but agricultural commodities are skewed to the upside next year.

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