Soft commodities refer to agricultural products or commodities that are grown, harvested, and traded across the world. When we talk about antonyms of soft commodities, we mean commodities that are not agricultural or natural products. These include industrial goods, minerals and metals, and energy commodities. Industrial goods are manufactured products that are used in construction, machinery, and transportation. Minerals and metals include gold, silver, copper, and iron ore, while energy commodities include crude oil, natural gas, and coal. Unlike soft commodities, these commodities are not subject to seasonal fluctuations or weather patterns. They have a different market structure and are traded in different exchanges.