Iowa corn at 9% planted is a quarter of typical progress for date.

Outlook depends on Russia-Ukraine and drought conditions in three countries.

Warmer, drier soils preferable for farmers.

IGC calls new crop figures ‘especially tentative.’

But hefty carry-in supplies expected, speaker says.

Analysts see lasting impact on food inflation, supply chain.

War in Ukraine causing wheat and corn prices to skyrocket.

Ag commodity inflation can be traced back to late 2020, report says.

Spring wheat other than durum acres below expectations.

Importers seeking Black Sea alternatives.