Soybean futures on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange saw a slight increase due to strong demand and a weaker dollar, despite forecasts for record production in South America. While soybean oil futures fell, soybean meal futures rose, with China being the largest recipient of shipments. Traders increased their net short positions in soybeans and soymeal, and Brazil's soybean plantings are ahead of last year. Meanwhile, wheat prices are influenced by geopolitical factors and improved U.S. winter wheat crop conditions due to timely rainfall. Wheat futures fell due to ample supplies and eased geopolitical concerns in the Black Sea region.