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 16, 2025 | JJ Keske, Ag Risk Management Advisor

2025's Corn Market Demands Action Now

2025's Corn Market Demands Action Now

Ag Marketing IQ: Waiting on a summer corn price rally can paralyze a farmer’s sales strategy. Schedule sales to protect your farm's profitability, whether prices soar or plummet, without…

June 12, 2025 | Presentation by Dr. Cesar Cruz

Ag Trends in South America Presentation

Ag Trends in South America Presentation

A group of 38 farmers and agronomists from Cooperalfa, one of Brazil’s largest ag co-ops, visited our Bloomington office on Wednesday, June 5. They attended a Market Outlook presentation…

June 5, 2025 | Brian Basting, Cesar Cruz

Don't get creamed in the corn market

Don't get creamed in the corn market

Ag Marketing IQ: Weather whims and potentially high prevented planting acres amplify corn price volatility. With wild price swings becoming the norm, your farm's profitability hangs in the balance. Here's…