Russia-Ukraine war one of several factors affecting grain markets.

COVID-era challenges “were turned into opportunities” 

Drought, lower stocks offset higher planted area.

Vilsack sees no reason to compromise.

Most improvement seen in Central states.

Colorado, Oklahoma wheat improves; Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, Montana crops falter. 

But sizable portion inaccessible due to war.

Durand of ASR made officer in Stowe vote.

Senate counterpart up in air till control established.

But more needed to replenish short moisture banks.