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Jeff Reardon: Sep 23, 2026
What could four cents change at your elevator? When you look at what actually reaches the bottom line, the answer might surprise you.
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In the intricate world of grain trading, understanding and mastering the concept of pre-spreading can significantly enhance your ability to protect...
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Spring is a chance to create a firm foundation for the coming year.
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Most merchandisers don’t enjoy trading markets with small carries and/or inverted spreads, but by all appearances, that is what the market is going...
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As the season of fall harvest planning is upon us, let us take a moment to review the idea, and the reality, of the importance of having a grain flow...
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Grain elevator managers and merchandisers make many daily decisions that include selecting grain policies, buying grain, managing spreads, and...
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Phil Luce: Jan 5, 2022
Weighing the Market's Needs with Those of Your Business
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Phil Luce: Nov 22, 2021
Prior to a harvest, spreads for an upcoming crop year reflect the market’s emotions about that year. After harvest, spreads reflect the market’s...
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Market conditions may be out of a merchandiser's control, but steps can be made to tip the scales in their favor. I believe merchandising grain and...
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Phil Luce: Mar 25, 2021
Unmet expectations are the springboard for all kinds of human problems. When things don't go as expected, the likelihood of becoming irrational or...
