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.

September 24, 2024 | Brian Basting, Commodity Research Analyst

Are the harvest lows in for corn and soybeans?

Are the harvest lows in for corn and soybeans?

Ag Marketing IQ: Manage market positions to overcome global disruption and unpredictable prices in the grain market. Two different contacts recently asked me the same question: “Do you think the…

September 17, 2024 | Justin Aeder, Ag Risk Management Advisor

Plan now to profit in 2025

Plan now to profit in 2025

We all love technology, or at least we love the conveniences such tools provide. I spent last weekend at a local fall festival that showcased technology from the early 20th…

September 11, 2024 | Ryan Fogel, Ag Risk Management Advisor

Celebrating a Birthday for Stored Grain?

Celebrating a Birthday for Stored Grain?

In the ever-volatile world of agriculture, timing can make or break a farmer's bottom line. For many corn, soybean, and wheat farmers, the temptation to delay marketing in hopes…

September 4, 2024 | Brian Basting, Commodity Research Analyst

Five Lessons from the 2023-24 Marketing Year

Five Lessons from the 2023-24 Marketing Year

The 2023-24 crop year for grains ended on August 31. As always, this past year provided many surprises. Now is an excellent time to highlight some marketing lessons from 2023-24…