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.

June 25, 2024 | Brian Basting, Commodity Research Analyst

Which way will the grain market bounce?

Which way will the grain market bounce?

Ag Marketing IQ: Uncertainty likely to drive corn and soybean prices way up or down following the June 28 USDA Acreage and Grain Stocks reports. As we approach a pivotal…

June 18, 2024 | Brian Basting, Commodity Research Analyst

Plan for Grain Market Volatility

Plan for Grain Market Volatility

Price volatility in the new-crop corn market has surged lately, driven by uncertainty surrounding U.S. production levels. As the market becomes more unpredictable, implementing an effective risk management plan becomes…

June 13, 2024 | Brady Huck, Ag Risk Management Advisor

Swing Wide Sweet Wheat

Swing Wide Sweet Wheat

Ag Marketing IQ: Few take the harvest home when wheat prices hit the top. The long-term winning game lies in defining risk and evaluating the cost of ownership. After being…

June 4, 2024 | César Cruz, Director of Research

How much of Brazil’s grain production washed away?

How much of Brazil’s grain production washed away?

Unprecedented rains affected Rio Grande do Sul (RS), the southernmost state in Brazil, in April and May, and have already caused losses in 96% of the municipalities in the state…