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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.
July 30, 2024 |
Don't Be a Price Taker!
Market bears seem to be around every corner right now. Weather is non-threatening, as the drought monitor map shows very little moisture stress through the heart of the Midwest. Weekly…
July 24, 2024 |
Which Way Will Corn Yield Swing?
Ag Marketing IQ: History shows a 400-million-bushel production swing is possible, and the chances are 50/50 whether the number swings up or down. The takeaway: manage your commodity market risk.…
July 16, 2024 |
How Low Will Soybeans Go?
Last week, we discussed uncertainty in the corn market amid concerns about corn silking, pollination, and weather. This week, we turn our attention to the developing soybean crop and the…
July 15, 2024 |
USDA Raises Corn Production, Lowers Corn Stocks in July WASDE Report
In its July World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report, USDA says the 2024-2025 corn outlook calls for larger supplies, greater domestic use and exports, and lower ending stocks.…
July 9, 2024 |
Is your corn pollinated?
Corn pollination in the Midwest is underway and will accelerate throughout the month of July. This time is characterized by the most significant amount of uncertainty in the corn market,…
July 2, 2024 |
Will Corn and Soybean Acreage Drop?
Ag Marketing IQ: The June 28 USDA report fizzled, but historically expected drops in acreage and weather, global demand and elections could still spark a rally in 2024/25 grain markets.…
