Soybeans are up about 25 cents near midday as expected hot weather later this month and in August could affect crop development and yields.
Corn futures are about 12 cents higher after USDA on Tuesday raised its export forecast. Wheat futures are higher helped by the corn and the soybeans.
USDA on Tuesday predicted a larger wheat crop this year, but also raised exports.

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Soybeans are up about 25 cents near midday. (Photo: maciek905/Thinkstock)

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