A record harvest along with lingering trade uncertainty have weighed on markets. But as you continue to farm, there’s one thing you have to fall back on: discipline—doing the right things, step by step. It’s not too early to estimate 2019 acreage and yield, then sketch out a preliminary grain marketing plan. By planning now, you can participate in two key contracts that have a January enrollment deadline.... Read More
With harvest underway, hopefully your 2018 grain marketing plan is still in place, guiding you on whether to sell or store the extra bushels in this large harvest. Successful businesses continually review their wins and losses so they can move forward with a better plan.
We take up the challenge of evaluating your grain marketing honestly in Episode 5 of our In the Driver’s Seat podcast,... Read More
With cash rents, repair bills, and other expenses coming due, you may be anxious to sell some of your harvest grain. But a cash-only sale has a drawback: you walk away from potential upside in the market. And storing that grain has its own risks.
Now there are two alternatives. Here to walk through two ADM contracts that work well at harvest is Dave Rosenmeyer,... Read More
Corn and soybean markets have been discouraging lately, to say the least. Trade uncertainty, changing world demand, fund positions, and large crop projections have created a crazy environment around commodity prices.
It’s natural to fear what’s next and wonder what you can do to keep your operation on sound footing. While we don’t pretend to have all the answers at ADM,... Read More
In this farm economy, it’s hard to feel like you have any power over the revenue side of your operation. But now more than ever, it’s crucial to take charge of decisions that drive profitability.
So we’re launching a five-part conversation series, “In the Driver’s Seat: Staying in Control of Your Grain Marketing.” We’ll cover four key principles for managing farm risk,... Read More
As a producer, you don’t control what the market does. Yet what happens there in just minutes can drive months of farm income.
That’s why ADM offers you another way to take action in the marketplace. When you enroll a portion of your 2018 or 2019 corn or soybeans in ADM Advantage Expert, experienced and objective professionals will make the futures pricing decisions on your grain contract.... Read More
Let’s face it. The recent USDA reports have been a jolt to reality. Given some early adverse growing conditions, just about everyone expected a yield decline to set off a market run. Instead, projections on corn and soybean yields are higher than expected, deflating optimism for a price rally across the country.
Nate Brabec, my colleague who works with farmers and ADM staff in Nebraska,... Read More
You’ve purchased inputs, your fuel tanks are full, and you’re ready to roll. In just days, you’ll be planting. But have you really prepared for a new crop year? Not without a marketing plan. A few hours of planning now will pay off later—maybe a lot.
To help in the next crucial days, here are a few tips from ADM Merchandisers: Miranda Wamsley,... Read More
You’ve purchased inputs, your fuel tanks are full, and you’re ready to roll. In just days, you’ll be planting. But have you really prepared for a new crop year? Not without a marketing plan. A few hours of planning now will pay off later—maybe a lot.
To help in the next crucial days, here are a few tips from ADM Merchandisers: Miranda Wamsley,... Read More
Welcome to 2017! We hope you’ve had a restful holiday season, and that you’re sticking to your New Year’s resolutions. Did you resolve to be more strategic in your grain marketing? It might be a good one to add to your list.
Let’s admit it. Record harvests and supplies have created markets that are less than inspiring. Producers have one thing to fall back on: discipline.... Read More
