Fuel prices began the new year declining after a late-year increase during the holidays. The national average is down 17.3 cents from a month ago and 12.6 cents lower than a year ago.
USDA says corn sales to overseas buyers surged in the week ending October 19. Corn export sales were up 53% over the previous week and 22% from the four-week average.
North Coast vineyards in California are preparing for a late winegrape harvest after a cold and overcast spring slowed fruit growth in the prized wine region.
The nation's average gas price increased 2.1 cents last week to $3.55 per gallon. The national average DIESEL price increased 2.7 cents and stands at $3.83 per gallon.