Eastern U.S. Organic Grain and Feedstuffs

SPRINGFIELD - Aug 11/10 - SNS -- Bi-weekly USDA report on organic grain and feedstuffs prices in the eastern cornbelt in the United States.

Eastern Cornbelt Organic Grain & Feedstuffs Report (Bi-Weekly)
Weighted Average Report for Week Ending 8/07/2010

Compared to two weeks ago, organic grain and feedstuff prices were
mostly steady.   Cash sales for organic grains were light with
moderate offerings.  Lack of fresh news items during this reporting
period helped to pressure grain prices.  Reports of increased sales
of feed grade wheat after recent surge in the conventional markets.
Monthly and 2nd quarter averages of organic prices located below.
All prices FOB the farm and negotiated spot market.

FOB                     FOB
Price/Bushel          WEIGHTED AVERAGE
8/07/10    7/24/10   8/08/09
Organic Corn
Food Yellow               6.50-7.00         6.92       6.49
Feed Yellow               4.50-5.50         4.94       4.99      7.03
Organic Soybeans
Food Grade               19.80-21.50       20.30      19.61
Feed Grade               15.00-17.50       16.62      17.28     19.82
Soybean Meal($/ton)                                  763.51    936.50
Roasted ($/ton)
Organic Barley
Feed Grade
Organic Oats
Food Grade
Feed Grade                2.84-3.50         2.97                 3.71
Organic Wheat
Food Grade (WW)
Food Grade (SRW)
Feed Grade (SRW)                                       4.91
Organic Peas
Feed Grade
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Organic Alfalfa Hay        Per Ton/FOB
Supreme
Premium
Good
Fair
Utility
Organic Grass Hay
Premium
Good
Fair
Utility
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Monthly and Quarterly Organic Prices
JUN 10   MAY 10   APR 10   2nd Qtr 10
Food Grade Wheat (WW)
Food Grade Wheat (SRW)              7.17     7.00     7.13
Feed Grade Wheat (SRW)     4.83     5.40     5.75     5.01
Food Grade Yellow Corn     6.88     7.00     7.01     6.95
Feed Grade Corn            5.16     5.40     5.75     5.31
Food Grade Soybeans       20.24    21.35    20.62    20.59
Feed Grade Soybeans       16.53    16.56    17.23    16.91
Feed Grade Barley          4.25     4.39     4.98     4.50
Soybean Meal ($/ton)     749.89            770.00   756.95
Roasted beans($/ton)
Feed Grade Oats            3.50     2.92     2.97     2.98
Feed Grade Peas

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Table 1: Alfalfa guidelines (for domestic livestock use and not more
than 10% grass)

Quality     ADF     NDF      *RFV     **TDN-100%  **TDN-90%     CP
Supreme      <27     <34       >185        >62         >55.9     >22
Premium    27-29   34-36    170-185    60.5-62     54.5-55.9   20-22
Good       29-32   36-40    150-170      58-60     52.5-54.5   18-20
Fair       32-35   40-44    130-150      56-58     50.5-52.5   16-18
Utility      >35     >44       <130        <56         <50.5     <16

*RFV calculated using the Wis/Minn formula.
**TDN calculated using the western formula.
Quantitative factors are approximate, and many factors can affect
feeding value. Values based on 100 % dry matter (TDN showing both 100%
& 90%).  Guidelines are to be used with visual appearance and intent of
Sale (usage).
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Source: USDA-Illinois Dept Ag Market News, Springfield, IL

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