By Steve Whittington
2025 grain markets could be described as tumultuous, perhaps even lackluster, punctuated by a myriad of challenges outside of a producer’s control. Low corn prices, global supply implications, trade volatility, political policy and tariffs, break-even costs, and the timing of selling grain—it’s enough to make your head spin!
With these challenges, it is important that as producers we put our energy towards what we can control to provide focus and clarity in uncertain markets. One thing we can focus on is the question of when to sell our grain. Market prices may change frequently based on supply and demand, which can create uncertainty of when to sell.
In order to navigate this challenge, reviewing market trends can guide our decision-making on how to maximize grain sales. Market history demonstrates that a “typical” trend does not necessarily exist in a given year, so it is important to review what the market is doing and how to position yourselves in the most advantageous way possible heading into the 2025 harvest season.
Source : msu.edu