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Soybean prices experienced a notable increase on Monday, with front month prices rising by 2 ¼ to 7 ¼ cents. The average cash bean price also saw an uptick, climbing to $10.90 1/4. In contrast, soymeal futures faced a decrease ranging from $1.00 to $2.00, while soy oil futures enjoyed gains between 7 to 26 points. This mixed performance within the soybean market suggests varying investor sentiment towards different products. Overall, the firming of soybean prices could reflect stronger demand or supply concerns in the market.

Live cattle futures have exhibited a rally, with notable gains noted on the closing of Friday's market. Specifically, futures increased between $0.77 and $1.72, reflecting a strong trading week with April contracts up by $3.15. Cash trade prices for cattle settled at $235-236 in the North and $235 in the South, indicating stable demand. Additionally, a Fed Cattle Exchange auction on Friday morning contributed to the positive sentiment in the market. Overall, these movements suggest a bullish trend in the cattle market heading into the upcoming report.