By BARRY COLEMAN, Northern Canola Growers Association
Growers may be wondering about what’s the main factor driving commodities lower recently. While harvest pressure plays a factor, competition from other countries is likely the biggest factor driving prices lower. South America is expected to plant more soybeans next year, which will impact the vegetable oils more than the grains.
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