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Thursday's lineup is different than usual due to Columbus Day, but still includes weekly U.S. jobless claims and an update of the U.S. Drought Monitor, both out at 7:30 a.m. CDT. At 9:30 a.m., the U.S. Energy Department releases natural gas inventory, followed by its report of weekly energy inventories at 10 a.m. The National Oilseeds Processors Association releases its estimate of September soybean crush later Thursday morning. USDA's weekly export sales report will be released Friday morning.
WeatherLight rain showers are in store for the eastern Midwest Thursday. Other primary crop areas will be dry with favorable harvest and wheat planting conditions. Freezing temperatures are indicated for portions of the Plains and Midwest overnight Thursday into Friday morning.