Teucrium Corn Fund

CORN tracks an index of corn futures contracts. It reflects the performance of corn by holding Chicago Board of Trade corn futures contracts with three different expiration dates.

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With Brazil's southernmost state, Rio Grande do Sul, underwater due to torrential rains caused by El Nino, global agriculture has never been more at risk. The most dramatic climate swings caused by El Nino primarily occur around the modulation of rainfall.

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Soybean and corn production is of paramount importance in South America. As such, supply disruptions could build a bullish case for higher prices in both of these commodities.

Supply Disruptions Build Bullish Case for Soybeans, Corn

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The BEA's core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index for March shows that core inflation continues to be above the Federal Reserve's 2% long-term target at 2.8%. The March core Consumer Price Index (CPI) release was higher, at 3.8%.

Two Measures of Inflation: March 2024

A major supply disruption may be what corn needs to shake off its price decline. It may come in the form of a leafhopper infestation that's plaguing Argentina's corn crops.

Argentina's Leafhopper Infestation Could Disrupt Corn Supply

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A steady stream of gains to new S&P 500 highs has turned into choppy waters of volatility to start the second quarter. It's a reminder that investors should consider getting agriculture exposure as a means of diversification to counter volatile markets.

Beat the Correction Blues With This Agriculture ETF

The world's second largest economy has still much to do in order to get its economic house in order. Still, there were some encouraging signs for China heading into the second quarter of 2024.

Improving Economic Conditions in China Should Lift Soybeans

The BEA's core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index for February shows that core inflation continues to be above the Federal Reserve's 2% long-term target at 2.8%. The February core Consumer Price Index (CPI) release was higher, at 3.8%.

Two Measures of Inflation: February 2024

Whether on ground, air, or water, vehicles could be increasingly running on agricultural commodities or more specifically, biofuels. The International Energy Agency (IEA) is already expecting a profound increase in the use of biofuels in 10 years as the transitional energy era continues to gain momentum.

Ambitious Plans for Biofuel Use Could Boost This ETF

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Investors aren't always thinking about commodities, but Teucrium CEO Sal Gilbertie is. Even with the Magnificent Seven leading the market, commodities can provide meaningful diversification.

Teucrium's Gilbertie on the Evergreen Case for Commodities

Every financial trade has a party and a counterparty on the opposite end of the spectrum. In the case of agricultural commodities, hedge funds and farmers find themselves on opposing sides.

Hedge Funds, Farmers on Opposite Sides of Commodity Prices

The BEA's core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index for January shows that core inflation continues to be above the Federal Reserve's 2% long-term target at 2.8%. The January core Consumer Price Index (CPI) release was higher, at 3.8%.

Two Measures of Inflation: January 2024

With interest in critical minerals gaining momentum, with a push toward alternative energy sources, greater demand for agricultural commodities could follow suit. In particular, sustainable aviation fuel could be the catalyst for higher corn prices in the coming years.

Sustainable Aviation Fuel Demand Could Help Buoy Corn Prices

Corn is the most actively traded commodity crop in the world and the economic backbone of the rural US. It also influences the movements of other crops, especially soybeans, another staple of US farming.

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After spiking last summer, agricultural commodities have been under pressure. Despite the downtrend, however, the Teucrium Agricultural Fund (TAGS) has been able to outperform major agricultural commodities indexes.

Despite Downtrend, This ETF Is Ahead of Commodities Indexes

Agricultural commodities have largely trended lower as evidenced by the S&P GSCI Agriculture Index, which is down almost 20% the past year. Despite this, long-term expectations for producers remain on the positive side, potentially signaling to prospective ag commodities investors that the current weakness will be temporary.

Long-Term Expectations for Ag Commodities Remain Positive

Corn and soybean prices have declined on the back of excess supplies, with disappointing U.S. mandates for plant-based renewable fuels contributing to weakness — and pulling prices for both down by roughly 8% in the first few weeks of the year.

Corn and soybean prices drop 8% to begin 2024 — and the EPA is partly to blame

When it comes to corn and soybeans, Bolivia and especially Brazil are top producers globally. The governments of both countries agreed to a Memorandum of Understanding that focuses on expanding cooperation in biofuels, biotechnology, and fertilizer trade.

Bolivia-Brazil Biofuels Agreement Could Bolster Corn, Soybeans

The BEA's core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index for December shows core inflation is still above the Federal Reserve's 2% long-term target at 2.9%. The December core Consumer Price Index (CPI) release was higher, at 3.9%.

Two Measures of Inflation: December 2023

The increased use of biofuels as an alternative energy source should help prop up agricultural commodities like corn. As such, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is forecasting an increased use of corn in ethanol for 2023-2024.

Corn Use in Ethanol Expected to Rise, According to USDA

An Agrinews report noted an increased supply of corn and soybeans due to better crop production in 2023 by U.S. farmers. This could potentially put an even heavier lid on rising corn and soybean prices as 2024 is underway.

Decent U.S. Crop Production Puts Pressure on Corn, Soybeans Prices

Global food prices fell in 2023, although sugar hit record highs thanks to harsh weather conditions in certain producer countries. The dip in overall agricultural commodities could present investors with an opportunity to get exposure at value-oriented prices.

Global Food Prices Fell in 2023, But Sugar Hit Record Highs

2023 applied a lot of downward pressure on agricultural commodities as factors crimping supply were eased throughout the year. However, prices could get bullish again if 2024 brings supply shocks and more food inflation.

2024 Supply Shocks, Food Inflation Could Elevate Ag Commodities

The BEA's core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index for November shows that core inflation continues to be above the Federal Reserve's 2% long-term target at 3.2%. The November core Consumer Price Index (CPI) release was higher, at 4.0%.

Two Measures of Inflation: November 2023

The capital markets are brimming with optimism heading into 2024. Still, volatility and market uncertainty warrant the use of alternative assets to balance a portfolio, such as agricultural commodities.

Temper 2024 Volatility With Agricultural Commodities

Harsh weather from El Nino has been negatively affecting crop yields for much of the year, but 2024 should bring an improved outlook, according to the November Ag Economists' Monthly Monitor that surveys 20 agricultural economists domestically.

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