Who Should Take The Course?

The Grain Merchant Certification course focuses primarily on basis trading skills as they apply to the country grain elevator and its training is best suited for people already working in this sector of the grain industry or those who have an interest in getting involved in it.  A general knowledge of the grain elevator's role in the ag-sector is a helpful prerequisite.

• The Grain Merchant Certification is for anyone interested in learning the specialized skills of basis trading as it applies to the grain elevator business.
• It is an excellent training tool for new merchants to learn both the concepts and practical application of basis trading in a grain operation.
• Experienced merchants find its depth of knowledge ideal for moving their skills to the next level. It takes you beyond just hedging grain to understanding basis values and how to actively seek out opportunities in different market environments.