In a previous article I shared when and why I set basis on my farm. That prompted several questions from farmers on the process I used. For background, in 2023 I bought puts on much of my anticipated ...

For farmers wanting to retain control of their grain and ensure maximum protection from the elements, constructing a long-term storage facility on your farm is essential. Before you connect with your ...

The story of the biblical Old Testament’s Joseph, who I consider the first secretary of agriculture, highlights the timeless importance of grain storage during years of plenty to prepare for scarcity.

Cargill Inc. started out as a grain trading company by building thousands of elevators in rural areas that farmers could reach in a day by horse and wagon. Today, being close to farmers isn't as ...

A variable year means the managing the grain in your bin could be equally challenging. The longer grain is in storage, the more important it is to look for problems. Here are 13 potential issues, ...

Private grain elevators and farmer-owned co-ops across the St. Louis region are spending more than ever before to store corn, soybeans and wheat. “It's been a real challenge the last year and a half,” ...

Grain Merchandiser Scott Harre at the Top AG Grain Co-Op in Okawville, Illinois. Co-ops and grain elevators are dealing with high costs to store grain. “It's frustrating from the standpoint you're not ...