Key facts
- China has increased its purchases of U.S. soybeans.
- Booked volume for 2026 is more than fourfold from last year.
China has been increasing its purchases of U.S. soybeans, demonstrating its influence on American farmers in the run-up to the midterm congressional elections in November. Booked volume for 2026 is up more than fourfold from last year, lifting prices.