For the U.S. to return to the trade negotiating table with China, officials say need positive movement by the Chinese on two key issues.
Corn futures open Thursday with most contracts 1 to 1 1/2 cents lower. December Corn futures in Chicago starts at $3.63 that's down a cent.
Wheat futures open this morning with most contracts 1 to 3 cents lower, as nearby CBT December was up 3/4 cent. DEC CBOT Wheat opens at $5.00, up to a cent.