May 28, 2026, 11:50 AM EDT. Soybeans are posting gains of 3 to 5 cents on Wednesday, supported by product values. The national average cash bean price rose 3 cents to $11.27 1/2. Soymeal futures increased $3 to $3.50, while soy oil futures gained 79 to 99 points. The USDA reported 79% of the U.S. soybean crop planted by May 24, surpassing the 68% average. Emergence reached 49%, well above the 40% average. Michigan and Ohio lag in planting, Wisconsin in emergence. Brazil's May soybean exports forecast dropped slightly to 15.9 million metric tons from last week, but still above last year's 14.09 million. Crop condition ratings will start next week, keeping market watchers attentive to supply forecasts.