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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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Sherry Lorton: Oct 24, 2024
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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Sherry Lorton: Oct 8, 2024
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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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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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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There are several different ways to say it, but at the core having basis eyes means
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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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Leveraging wisdom from tycoon John D. Rockefeller can translate to sustained success for grain elevators
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Take advantage of this transition period to reflect, strategize, and prepare for the upcoming season. Summertime in the grain business is both a time...
