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Thursday, January 22, 2026

U.S. Export Sales Data Shows Mixed Results, Corn Faces Weakness

Recent U.S. export sales reports show a mixed picture for agricultural shipments, with corn export figures hitting a marketing–year low as soybean and sorghum sales fluctuate. USDA data released this month showed a slump in old-crop corn commitments, though new crop sales still exceed last year’s pace. Despite weak corn numbers, soybean exports have posted stronger weekly shipments, with China, Mexico and other destinations buying significant volumes, according to export reports. Industry analysts said the divergence highlights ongoing demand uncertainty across commodities, as global supply competition and price sensitivity affect U.S. farm goods. Corn producers hope improving demand from Asian buyers and competitive pricing can help reverse the slump, but export pace remains well below ideal for growers dependent on overseas markets.