News & Publications

News & Publications

Expert Agricultural Marketing Insights & Commodity Market Research

Stay ahead of changing market conditions with the latest news, expert commentary, and actionable insights from Advance Trading. Advance Trading features timely articles covering farm marketing, commodity market research, and comprehensive market analysis to help producers make informed decisions throughout the marketing year. From grain market outlooks and corn futures and options strategies to crop insurance considerations and broader farm risk management topics, our team delivers practical guidance backed by decades of experience and advanced farm risk management technology.

Combining local relationships with high-level agricultural market expertise, we provide the information and perspective you need to strengthen your marketing plan, manage risk with confidence, and capitalize on market opportunities.

December 27, 2022 | Josh Green

Weather woes worry markets

Weather woes worry markets

Weather woes worry markets The uncertainty of Argentina’s weather is driving prices and sales. The Christmas season this year resembled the fourth of July last summer: a long holiday…

December 20, 2022 | Ryan Fogel

Does procrastination hinder your marketing strategy?

Does procrastination hinder your marketing strategy?

It’s Christmas time and hope is in the air. Our Christmas wish lists are getting long: less snow, warmer weather, higher river levels and higher grain prices. If the…

December 13, 2022 | Kent Stutzman

Why you need a marketing plan with options

Why you need a marketing plan with options

Why you need a marketing plan that includes options. Weak corn exports, big South American bean crop could drive market trends. In recent weeks, we have seen the soybean and…

December 6, 2022 | Brian Basting

2023 crop demands your attention

2023 crop demands your attention

Review futures levels, marketing strategies, and crop insurance periods to define your marketing plan. There has been a modest decline in December 2023 corn futures since mid-October. December 2023 corn…