CBOT futures closed mixed. Corn continues to be supported by fund buying based on hot/dry forecasts.  Soybean futures closed mid-range; soybeans are not threatened as much as corn by short-term weather issues.  Cattle futures closed higher after trading much lower in early morning trading.  Lean Hog futures soared today after the June LH contract expired at Noon.

CBOT futures closed mixed in a volatile trading session. Futures moved higher Sunday evening when markets opened due to weather concerns. However, prices turned lower during the morning trade.  Cattle futures closed limit down on heavy liquidation by the longs as they lose confidence that beef demand will support cash prices.

CBOT futures closed mixed.  Corn and soybeans closed relatively unchanged considering the very wide trading ranges seen following the USDA Supply-Demand Report.  Cattle futures closed strongly lower on a lack of cash market direction and demand concerns.  Lean Hog futures closed lower in June/July and higher in deferred contracts.

CBOT futures closed mostly lower today, taking a break from the strong rally that’s been going on for weeks. Weakness was mostly blamed on a wetter forecast, but a stronger US Dollar also weighed on commodity futures.

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Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer discusses the local food movement in the state's largest city, and how that movement has spurred growth in Louisville and throughout the state.  Fischer also talks about how food has connected Louisville to the remainder of the state.

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Kentucky Colonels Executive Director Lynn Ashton talks about the history of the Kentucky Colonel honor, the good works of the organization and how many Kentuckians benefit from the $1.5 million dollars in grant money that is distributed each year.  Ashton also discusses how the role of the colonels in the initial Kentucky Derby.

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