Oliver Sloup of Blue Line Futures recaps a mixed day in the agricultural markets, noting that grains were firm early before slipping through the session. July Corn futures retreated from their highs, while the new crop December contract showed more resilience. In the soybean complex, the new crop November contract was a bright spot, posting gains despite a broader move lower in July futures. Wheat futures also trended higher, driven by a sharp year-over-year decline in good-to-excellent winter wheat conditions. The latest Crop Progress report revealed strong planting momentum across the Midwest, with corn, soybeans, and spring wheat all pacing ahead of estimates and the 5-year average. Looking forward, the 6-to-10-day weather outlook suggests above-average temperatures and normal to above-normal precipitation, which will remain a key focus as planting wraps up and early crop development begins.