Planted area estimated down 7% from 2023.

Soybeans, peanuts, cotton, poultry also suffer losses.

Cane sugar revised 2023-24 allocations also announced.

Industry leaders identify the hurdles keeping the “miracle fuel” grounded for now.

Strained supply and surging prices inspire one company to make cocoa-free chocolate.

Market lacks key outlet after large crop.

NIQ finds consumers favor other ways to mitigate pricing pressure.

Market is just beginning to price in record cocoa costs.

Analyst sees upside for US corn production, Canadian wheat, US wheat exports.

Cites consumers’ desire for affordable protein.