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Running Out of Enthusiasm

Published March 8, 2019

Local soybean growers are running out of enthusiasm on potential soybean sales to China. North Dakota Soybean Growers Association Executive Director Nancy Johnson says they are waiting for proof of sales. In the meantime, the soybean industry isn't hearing many…

Corn Farmers Have the Chance to Profit

Published January 24, 2019

The corn markets offer the best chance for profit right now. That's according to Mastering the Grain Markets author Elaine Kub. However, farmers need to market early. "Once insurance prices are set in February, I think that's going to strongly…

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Consider Basis Depreciation When Marketing

Published December 5, 2018

Soybean futures are improving since making lows last September. Basis levels are slightly improving as well. Corn Belt Marketing market analyst Sam Hudson said some of the soybean processor markets have improved even more. “In Nebraska, basis is firming. Farmers…

Keep Cash Flowing in Tough Times

Published November 21, 2018

Due to poor prices and high basis levels, farmers are choosing to store unsold portions of this year’s crop. While there is uncertainty in the commodity markets, there is opportunity. Once the crop is in the bin, what can farmers…

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Rural Perspectives: Episode Two

Published November 19, 2018

The Red River Farm Network has teamed up with AgCountry Farm Credit Services in a new podcast series: Rural Perspectives. The series takes a look at marketing and risk management strategies. In the second episode of Rural Perspectives, the conversation…

Crop Marketing Makes a Difference

Published October 30, 2018

Crop prices remain the biggest concern for North Dakota farmers and agricultural lenders. How well a farmer markets the crop makes a difference, according to Northland Community and Technical College Farm Business Management instructor Betsy Jensen. "There's going to be a…

Don’t Pray and Store

Published October 12, 2018

Due to poor prices and high basis levels, farmers are choosing to store unsold portions of the 2018 soybean crop. While there is uncertainty in the commodity markets right now, there is opportunity. Citizens Elevator Vice President of Grains Angie…

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Consider Grain Storage Options and Conditions

Published October 12, 2018

When considering temporary grain storage, NDSU Extension Crops Marketing Economist Frayne Olson cautions farmers to watch for changing conditions. "Make sure that's the first crop you try to physically market and move out. Right now, we have a built-in deep…

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Start Marketing Next Year’s Crop Now

Published October 5, 2018

The current soybean price is telling farmers to store the soybeans. Advance Trading Agriculture Risk Management Advisor Tommy Grisafi tells farmers to start looking at marketing next year’s production. Farmers need to explore all of their marketing options. "Your local elevator…

Lock In Corn Profit When Possible

Published October 5, 2018

Utterback Marketing President Bob Utterback says if you can lock in 2019 corn at a profit, take advantage."You sell the corn, lock in the carry and start selling new crop corn and not plant any beans next year. That's my…

Articles tagged under: marketing

Running Out of Enthusiasm

Corn Farmers Have the Chance to Profit

Consider Basis Depreciation When Marketing

Keep Cash Flowing in Tough Times

Rural Perspectives: Episode Two

Crop Marketing Makes a Difference

Don’t Pray and Store

Consider Grain Storage Options and Conditions

Start Marketing Next Year’s Crop Now

Lock In Corn Profit When Possible

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