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The Heart of a Thriving Grain Business:  Success through People and Purpose

In the world of grain merchandising, where margins can be thin and market conditions change rapidly, certain traits help set successful businesses apart from the rest. These characteristics form the foundation of thriving grain operations, shaping...

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Minimum Price Contracts: The Case for Choosing Shorter Periods of Time

When farmers enter into a Minimum Price Contract (MPC), they are essentially buying time — locking in today’s price while keeping the door open to...

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Understanding Minimum Price Contracts: A Guide for Grain Merchandisers

When offering Minimum Price Contracts (MPCs) as a marketing tool to farmers, it’s essential to clarify a key point: the elevator isn't buying call...

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Shifting from Inverse to Carry Markets

Reviewing the fundamentals of the basis trading environment The 2023-24 crop year was a transition away from inversion and into carry for corn and...

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Getting Your Merchandising Season Off to a Good Start

As you get your facilities in top shape for the fall harvest, don’t overlook doing the same for your merchandising. A little bit of pre-harvest...

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What Are “Basis Eyes” and Why Are They So Important?

There are several different ways to say it, but at the core having basis eyes means

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Is Deferred Price the Answer?

A big drop in prices has farmers understandably reluctant to sell, but the grain industry still needs to grind, process, ship, and otherwise do what...

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Rockefeller's Roadmap for Profitable Grain Merchandising

Leveraging wisdom from tycoon John D. Rockefeller can translate to sustained success for grain elevators

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Overview of Minimum Price Contracts

Understanding the Idea of Minimum Price Contracts

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5 Actions to Take Before Harvest

Take advantage of this transition period to reflect, strategize, and prepare for the upcoming season. Summertime in the grain business is both a time...

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