News & Publications

News & Publications

November 27, 2024 | Larry Shonkwiler, Senior Ag Economist

Will U.S. Farmers See $5 Corn?

Will U.S. Farmers See $5 Corn?

Will U.S. Farmers See $5 Corn? Ag Marketing IQ: Supply/demand factors – including ethanol use, feed consumption, and a strong export market – could drive corn prices up before the grain marketing…

November 19, 2024 | Matt Buckingham, Risk Management

Which Grain Market Strategies Work in a Down Market?

Which Grain Market Strategies Work in a Down Market?

Which Grain Market Strategies Work in a Down Market? The grain market has been in a supply-increasing phase since April 2022, with rising carryout levels for both corn and soybeans,…

November 13, 2024 | Tom Barry, Ag Risk Management

Manage Post-Election Grain Market Risk

Manage Post-Election Grain Market Risk

Manage Post-Election Grain Market Risk Volatile markets create opportunities. And when those opportunities present themselves, you can use those favorable price swings to do good things that seemed out of…

November 5, 2024 | Brett Mapel, Ag Risk Management

Options Open Opportunity

Options Open Opportunity

Options Open Opportunity With harvest season drawing to a close, it’s now time to plan for 2025 inputs, meet with accountants, and engage with lenders to secure stable footing…