Kernels Of Knowledge Podcast

Talking about surviving a market downturn like we're currently experiencing. From taking a realistic view at potential revenue, to making decisions on old crop and understanding when to walk away we cover it all.

Talking about what you should do if you find yourself over-contracted on production as well as how to handle any other types of contract disputes like unfilled open orders. 

A special guest joins the show to discuss how options fit into his marketing plan and the strategies he uses to enhance his profitability and protect himself from risk. 

The girls answer a listener question on elevator shrink then work into a discussion centered on using options on your farm. From what they are, to how their valued and why 90% of the time they expire worthless, they cover everything when it comes to entry level options.

Talking spreads. From using HTAs without on farm storage and what spreads indicate in a market structure to inter-crop year spreads and VSR. All things spreads are discussed this week.

Our special guest helps explain how he uses the pillars to create a successful marketing plan year in and year out. We also answer listener questions on delayed pricing contracts.

Talking the pillars of marketing. Insurance, cash flow, space needs and knowing your story.

Discussing grades, how to dispute them, why they matter and how you can tell if you might have a problem.

Talking about basis. From CIF to demand structures, we talk about all of the things impacting what you're getting paid for your grain locally.

Talking USDA supply and demand numbers and why we can't forecast price.

How does an elevator make money? Talking basis, spreads and how to make a margin. 

Introducing Kernels of Knowledge, an honest conversation about the elevator industry and the farmer.