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When you sell matters as much as what price you see on a quote. Grain merchandising timing—the decision of which day, which buyer, and which storage window to use—directly controls the gap between elevator bids and your net return.
Price spreads between distant futures contracts tell you when your local elevator is willing to pay more for grain. Understanding the mechanics behind these spreads helps you time sales to the seasons that favor your crop.
Deferred pricing lets you sell grain after harvest without storing it yourself—your elevator holds inventory while you lock in a future price. Understanding when and how to use this tool can protect your revenue and reduce storage risk.
Price floor contracts guarantee a minimum price floor for your grain harvest, locking in downside protection without capping upside if markets rally. Unlike futures hedging, they work on physical commodity sales through elevators and merchandisers.
Storage arbitrage—the profit (or loss) you capture by holding grain between harvest and spring—depends on three mechanics: the seasonal price spread, your carrying costs, and your storage capacity. Understanding how these align is the difference between a $0.20/bu margin and a loss.
Row crop prices follow predictable seasonal cycles tied to supply, demand, and harvest timing. Understanding these patterns helps you time sales and storage decisions to maximize revenue.
The gap between corn and soybean futures prices, and the spread between harvest and spring contracts, drives your post-harvest storage decision. Understanding these mechanics helps you decide whether to store or sell immediately.