Corn futures fell to around $4.6 per bushel, but remained near one-year highs, as elevated fertilizer and energy costs driven by the prolonged Middle East conflict increased pressure on production. Oil prices remained sharply high despite signs of de-escalation in the conflict, as the Strait of Hormuz remained disrupted due to a US blockade. Higher input costs, including fertilizers, chemicals and diesel for irrigation, are squeezing margins and threatening yields for the nutrient-intensive crop. In response, farmers in key regions from the US to Europe are reducing corn acreage and shifting to less input-heavy crops to manage costs. Prices were also supported by strong export demand, including fresh South Korean purchases, and wet conditions across parts of the US corn belt. The USDA reported US corn planting at 25% complete, ahead of expectations and above the five-year average, though upcoming Midwest storms could slow progress in some areas.

Corn fell to 460.52 USd/BU on May 6, 2026, down 1.07% from the previous day. Over the past month, Corn's price has risen 2.57%, and is up 4.43% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Historically, Corn reached an all time high of 843.75 in August of 2012. Corn - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on May 6 of 2026.

Corn fell to 460.52 USd/BU on May 6, 2026, down 1.07% from the previous day. Over the past month, Corn's price has risen 2.57%, and is up 4.43% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Corn is expected to trade at 473.10 USd/BU by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. Looking forward, we estimate it to trade at 498.55 in 12 months time.



Price Day Month Year Date
Soybeans 1,195.21 -0.54 -0.04% 3.19% 15.98% May/06
Wheat 608.57 -7.93 -1.29% 1.77% 17.49% May/06
Lumber 577.00 3.00 0.52% -1.20% 7.24% May/05
Cheese 1.69 0.0060 0.36% 0.84% -9.31% May/06
Palm Oil 4,605.00 -105.00 -2.23% -3.36% 23.56% May/06
Milk 17.05 0.04 0.24% -1.67% -9.02% May/06
Cocoa 4,074.00 191.00 4.92% 25.94% -54.03% May/05
Cotton 83.83 -0.969 -1.14% 17.56% 24.39% May/06
Rubber 217.80 0.60 0.28% 7.08% 26.41% May/06
Orange Juice 182.20 -8.70 -4.56% -9.20% -35.55% May/05
Coffee 289.17 -0.58 -0.20% -2.98% -27.64% May/06
Oat 328.05 -13.4455 -3.94% -3.87% -11.34% May/06
Wool 100.00 -1,797.00 -94.73% -94.40% -91.74% May/06
Rice 11.71 0.3400 2.99% 5.07% -7.90% May/06
Canola 752.18 -5.12 -0.68% 4.56% 9.97% May/06
Sugar 15.04 -0.33 -2.13% 3.18% -12.24% May/06
Corn 460.03 -5.4684 -1.17% 2.46% 4.32% May/06



Related Last Previous Unit Reference
United States Corn Stocks 9.02 13.28 Billion Bushels Mar 2026
United States Soybean Stocks 2.10 3.29 Billion Bushels Mar 2026
United States Wheat Stocks 1.30 1.68 Billion Bushels Mar 2026

Corn
Corn Futures are available for Trading in The Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT® ) which was established in 1848 and is a leading futures and futures-options exchange. More than 3,600 CBOT member/stockholders trade 50 different futures and options products at the CBOT by open auction and electronically. The biggest corn exporters are the United States, Argentina, Brazil, Ukraine, and France. In 2020 five of them generated more than 75% of overall sales.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
460.52 465.50 843.75 -100.01 1912 - 2026 USd/BU Daily

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Corn Futures Stay Near 1-Year Highs
Corn futures fell to around $4.6 per bushel, but remained near one-year highs, as elevated fertilizer and energy costs driven by the prolonged Middle East conflict increased pressure on production. Oil prices remained sharply high despite signs of de-escalation in the conflict, as the Strait of Hormuz remained disrupted due to a US blockade. Higher input costs, including fertilizers, chemicals and diesel for irrigation, are squeezing margins and threatening yields for the nutrient-intensive crop. In response, farmers in key regions from the US to Europe are reducing corn acreage and shifting to less input-heavy crops to manage costs. Prices were also supported by strong export demand, including fresh South Korean purchases, and wet conditions across parts of the US corn belt. The USDA reported US corn planting at 25% complete, ahead of expectations and above the five-year average, though upcoming Midwest storms could slow progress in some areas.
2026-04-30
Corn Hits 12-month High
Corn increased to 475.00 USd/BU, the highest since April 2025. Over the past 4 weeks, Corn gained 2.37%, and in the last 12 months, it decreased 0.15%.
2026-04-29
Corn Futures Rise to 6-Week High
Corn futures climbed to $4.62 per bushel, the highest in six weeks, supported by strong export demand and weather concerns in the US Midwest. Excess moisture across parts of the corn belt is complicating field conditions, even as early planting progresses. The USDA reported US corn planting at 25% complete, slightly ahead of expectations and above the five-year average, though upcoming Midwest storms could slow progress in some areas. Demand was also firm, with additional South Korean purchases reported. Prices gained further support from higher crude oil, as stalled efforts to end the Iran conflict and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz kept energy markets elevated, boosting biofuel-related demand for corn. In Europe, corn prices hit a six-week high as surging fertilizer costs linked to the conflict raise concerns over reduced planting. In France, the EU’s largest producer, acreage could fall by up to 15% as farmers cut input use or switch crops.
2026-04-28