The article provides an overview of the current agricultural market and weather conditions, with a focus on the Midwest and Plains' extreme heat and dryness impacting crop ratings, particularly in Iowa and South Dakota. Despite these challenges, corn and soybean conditions remain steady, and export inspections show strong demand, notably from China. However, advanced harvest progress in Brazil and a moderate U.S. Corn Belt forecast might limit price gains. The article also touches on the effects of the heatwave on farming, with a cooldown expected in the Corn Belt. Additionally, it mentions the ongoing coronavirus pandemic's impact, including rising cases in the U.S. and the vaccine distribution progress, and provides a brief update on the financial markets, including a record-setting Dow close.