Learn about innovative farm management strategies, new technologies for improving efficiency and productivity, ways to ensure a successful transition of farm operations to the next generation. Join us at the 91st annual Purdue Farm Management Tour and reception honoring the 2024 Indiana Master Farmers in Randolph County (Winchester), Indiana on Wednesday, July 17th.
November 20, 2020
Comparing Historical Returns of Hedged vs Unhedged Corn and Soybean Storage Strategies
by Nathanael Thompson and James Mintert
In this video, Purdue ag economists Nathan Thompson and James Mintert examine the historical returns to hedged and unhedged corn and soybean storage. Average returns over the past 30 years are discussed. Importantly, the year-by-year distribution of returns for each strategy are also presented to provide some perspective on the risk-return tradeoffs associated with these two common marketing strategies.
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Two outstanding farms in east-central Indiana will host visitors wanting to learn about farm and crop management on July 17th for the Purdue University Farm Management Tour. The Indiana Master Farmer reception and panel discussion will follow.
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