Soybeans Fall Over 2% on Possible Delay in US-China Talks

Soybean prices recently took a sharp turn lower. On Monday, Chicago soybean futures slipped over 2%, falling back under $12 per bushel. This pullback came as traders grew uneasy about a possible delay in high‑level trade negotiations between the United States and China, the world’s largest buyer of the oilseed. We’ve seen optimism in the soybean market over recent months when trade discussions seemed to be gaining momentum. But fresh uncertainty puts that rally in question. This matters not just for farmers and traders, but for global food and feed markets. Soybeans are a major crop used for animal feed, cooking oil, and many food products worldwide.