The Elevator’s Cut Podcast https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com The grain merchandisers podcast where Roger and Jason capture the big topics and challenges of the grain industry with humor, pragmatism, and simplicity. With a few decades of combined experience in the basis trading, brokerage, and farm marketing spheres, they use their experiences and knowledge of their area of the grain business to shed some light on what they can, and debunk some myths and exaggerations that exist in the grain industry.

There is a risk of loss in futures and options trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.

]]> Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 -0500 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en us Copyright 2018 All rights reserved. Business 1440 episodic The grain merchandisers podcast where Roger and Jason capture the big topics and challenges of the grain industry with humor, pragmatism, and simplicity. With a few decades of combined experience in the basis trading, brokerage, and farm marketing spheres, they use their experiences and knowledge of their area of the grain business to shed some light on what they can, and debunk some myths and exaggerations that exist in the grain industry. ---------- Disclaimer: There is a risk of loss in futures and options trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. The Elevator’s Cut The Elevator’s Cut No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/3994899/TEC_Logo6wts1.jpg The Elevator’s Cut Podcast https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com 144 144 The Biggest Lie About $5 Corn The Biggest Lie About $5 Corn https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-biggest-lie-about-5-corn/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-biggest-lie-about-5-corn/#comments Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/3c282d5b-69f4-3c92-82e0-2b1977e5a4c8 S2E16 - Disclaimer: There is a risk of loss in futures and options trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.

 

May brings bad weather, planting stress, and $5 corn, but should you actually be selling right now? Today, we're breaking down why FOMO is destroying your grain marketing strategy, the hard truth about elevator margins, and why the commercial side is pushing you to lock in basis. 

 

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Jeff Reardon's CFO Insights - https://www.whitecommercial.com/cfo-insight

Bloomington Meeting Details - https://www.gfai.org/upcoming-events.html

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May brings bad weather, planting stress, and $5 corn, but should you actually be selling right now? Today, we're breaking down why FOMO is destroying your grain marketing strategy, the hard truth about elevator margins, and why the commercial side is pushing you to lock in basis. 

 

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Check Out Our Website - https://www.whitecommercial.com/

 

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In This Video:

 

Jeff Reardon's CFO Insights - https://www.whitecommercial.com/cfo-insight

Bloomington Meeting Details - https://www.gfai.org/upcoming-events.html

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2286 104 full The DeLorean Market: Why the Public is Wrong About Oil Prices The DeLorean Market: Why the Public is Wrong About Oil Prices https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-delorean-market-why-the-public-is-wrong-about-oil-prices/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-delorean-market-why-the-public-is-wrong-about-oil-prices/#comments Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/57d2c0a7-bfa4-3566-9aeb-302bfa9c58fb S2E15 - Disclaimer: There is a risk of loss in futures and options trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.

 

Everyone says the market is "wrong," but the truth is usually just a supply crunch hidden in plain sight. We’re breaking down the "DeLorean Market" (Backwardation), why the Strait of Hormuz is driving everyone crazy, and the 3 phases of the grain business you need to survive.

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Check Out Our Website - https://www.whitecommercial.com/

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Jeff Reardon's CFO Insights - https://www.whitecommercial.com/cfo-insight Bloomington Meeting Details - https://www.gfai.org/upcoming-events.html

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Everyone says the market is "wrong," but the truth is usually just a supply crunch hidden in plain sight. We’re breaking down the "DeLorean Market" (Backwardation), why the Strait of Hormuz is driving everyone crazy, and the 3 phases of the grain business you need to survive.

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Check Out Our Website - https://www.whitecommercial.com/

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In This Video:

Jeff Reardon's CFO Insights - https://www.whitecommercial.com/cfo-insight Bloomington Meeting Details - https://www.gfai.org/upcoming-events.html

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2178 103 full Navigating the 2026 Grain Market Navigating the 2026 Grain Market https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/navigating-the-2026-grain-market/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/navigating-the-2026-grain-market/#comments Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:05:01 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/501cc5e9-443a-3e8f-9077-4aae91bda939 S2E14 - Disclaimer: There is a risk of loss in futures and options trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut!

In this episode, we're diving deep into the specific cultural characteristics that separate high-performing grain elevators from the rest of the pack. Drawing from over 50 years of industry observations and fresh off a national conference, the discussion moves beyond simple "buy low, sell high" tactics to explore the fundamental mindsets that drive long-term profitability and operational excellence.

]]> S2E14 - Disclaimer: There is a risk of loss in futures and options trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut!

In this episode, we're diving deep into the specific cultural characteristics that separate high-performing grain elevators from the rest of the pack. Drawing from over 50 years of industry observations and fresh off a national conference, the discussion moves beyond simple "buy low, sell high" tactics to explore the fundamental mindsets that drive long-term profitability and operational excellence.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 3222 2 14 full 6 Cultural Traits of a Successful Grain Business 6 Cultural Traits of a Successful Grain Business https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/6-traits-of-highly-successful-grain-businesses/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/6-traits-of-highly-successful-grain-businesses/#comments Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:34:19 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/444029c5-39a2-3555-9c04-b94d3d02939c S2E13 - Disclaimer: There is a risk of loss in futures and options trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.

Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut! In this episode, we're diving deep into the specific cultural characteristics that separate high-performing grain elevators from the rest of the pack. Drawing from over 50 years of industry observations and fresh off a national conference, the discussion moves beyond simple "buy low, sell high" tactics to explore the fundamental mindsets that drive long-term profitability and operational excellence.

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Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut! In this episode, we're diving deep into the specific cultural characteristics that separate high-performing grain elevators from the rest of the pack. Drawing from over 50 years of industry observations and fresh off a national conference, the discussion moves beyond simple "buy low, sell high" tactics to explore the fundamental mindsets that drive long-term profitability and operational excellence.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2764 102 full Beyond the Forecast: What Weather Actually Means for the Elevator Beyond the Forecast: What Weather Actually Means for the Elevator https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/beyond-the-forecast-what-weather-actually-means-for-the-elevator/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/beyond-the-forecast-what-weather-actually-means-for-the-elevator/#comments Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/40f1a572-0aba-3a09-8813-725e0c40ec1e S2E12 - Disclaimer: There is a risk of loss in futures and options trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.

Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut! In this episode, we're diving into the disconnect between public perception and the gritty reality of life in the grain industry. From the perspective of seasoned grain merchandisers, the conversation challenges common misconceptions—like the idea that any rain is "good" rain—by highlighting how unseasonable warmth and poorly timed downpours can actually jeopardize wheat crops and invite summer pest surges. Broadcasting from deep within America’s heartland, the discussion serves as a grounded voice of reason, cutting through the upbeat fluff of local news cycles to explain how specific weather patterns truly impact the elevator and the field.

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Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut! In this episode, we're diving into the disconnect between public perception and the gritty reality of life in the grain industry. From the perspective of seasoned grain merchandisers, the conversation challenges common misconceptions—like the idea that any rain is "good" rain—by highlighting how unseasonable warmth and poorly timed downpours can actually jeopardize wheat crops and invite summer pest surges. Broadcasting from deep within America’s heartland, the discussion serves as a grounded voice of reason, cutting through the upbeat fluff of local news cycles to explain how specific weather patterns truly impact the elevator and the field.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2727 101 full Winning the Basis Battle: How to Make Your Grain Bins Pay for Themselves Winning the Basis Battle: How to Make Your Grain Bins Pay for Themselves https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/tecs2e11/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/tecs2e11/#comments Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/f3625b69-6d38-3ed3-b85d-513fddd2c29d S2E11 - Disclaimer: There is a risk of loss in futures and options trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.

Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut! In this episode, your hosts Roger Gattis and Jason Wheeler recap their recent trip to St. Louis for a grain merchandising workshop, enduring extreme winter weather and navigating the "climate" of the city. They highlight the value of interactive meetings over stagnant PowerPoint presentations, sharing insights from their sessions on making grain bins profitable and the importance of capturing a "return to space" in any market.

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Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut! In this episode, your hosts Roger Gattis and Jason Wheeler recap their recent trip to St. Louis for a grain merchandising workshop, enduring extreme winter weather and navigating the "climate" of the city. They highlight the value of interactive meetings over stagnant PowerPoint presentations, sharing insights from their sessions on making grain bins profitable and the importance of capturing a "return to space" in any market.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2562 100 full How Commercial Elevators ACTUALLY Make Money How Commercial Elevators ACTUALLY Make Money https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/how-commercial-elevators-actually-make-money/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/how-commercial-elevators-actually-make-money/#comments Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:08:45 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/7ddab7ed-17fe-3cd9-9856-caf4dd0e2106 S2E10 - Disclaimer: There is a risk of loss in futures and options trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.

Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut! In this episode, your hosts Roger Gattis and Jason Wheeler are joined by the CEO of White Commercial, Phil Luce. Today, we dive into the harvest hours debate and the limitations of autonomous grain handling, then pivot to a deep analysis of farm bin profitability, arguing that the widely cited 25-cent return often neglects the vital cost of carry and quality risk.

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Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut! In this episode, your hosts Roger Gattis and Jason Wheeler are joined by the CEO of White Commercial, Phil Luce. Today, we dive into the harvest hours debate and the limitations of autonomous grain handling, then pivot to a deep analysis of farm bin profitability, arguing that the widely cited 25-cent return often neglects the vital cost of carry and quality risk.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 3834 2 10 full What is Going on with Harvest?!: Tariffs, Trade, and the Truth About Prices What is Going on with Harvest?!: Tariffs, Trade, and the Truth About Prices https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/what-is-going-on-with-harvest-tariffs-trade-and-the-truth-about-prices/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/what-is-going-on-with-harvest-tariffs-trade-and-the-truth-about-prices/#comments Thu, 06 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/f246153d-3b7b-3b65-a125-836d45e49a18 S2E9 Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut! In this episode, your hosts Roger Gattis and Jason Wheeler are analyzing the intense harvest season, from viral videos of collapsing grain bins to the serious economic impact of bad crop quality. They look at the fundamental issues plaguing the rice and soybean markets. Is the talk about low prices and tariffs justified? They dig into the numbers to give you the real cash price picture.

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Disclaimer: There is a risk of loss in futures and options trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.

]]> S2E9 Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut! In this episode, your hosts Roger Gattis and Jason Wheeler are analyzing the intense harvest season, from viral videos of collapsing grain bins to the serious economic impact of bad crop quality. They look at the fundamental issues plaguing the rice and soybean markets. Is the talk about low prices and tariffs justified? They dig into the numbers to give you the real cash price picture.

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Disclaimer: There is a risk of loss in futures and options trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2531 2 9 full The Truth About Grain Markets: Why You Can't Blame the Elevators The Truth About Grain Markets: Why You Can't Blame the Elevators https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-truth-about-grain-markets-why-you-cant-blame-the-elevators/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-truth-about-grain-markets-why-you-cant-blame-the-elevators/#comments Thu, 02 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/7e7aef06-fd9b-3edf-86f3-0e35ee687df9 S2E8 Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut! In this episode, your hosts Roger Gattis and Jason Wheeler are joined by special guest Scott Hansen, a grain business legend with decades of experience. In this candid discussion, we dive into the frustrations many farmers are facing this harvest season, particularly with the historically low soybean basis. Scott shares a fascinating story about a conversation he had at church with some farmers who were concerned the market was "trying to steal their soybeans." We tackle common misconceptions about grain markets, explain why basis is a market signal (not a conspiracy), and reveal what really happens when an elevator's bids drop to "no bid."

]]> S2E8 Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut! In this episode, your hosts Roger Gattis and Jason Wheeler are joined by special guest Scott Hansen, a grain business legend with decades of experience. In this candid discussion, we dive into the frustrations many farmers are facing this harvest season, particularly with the historically low soybean basis. Scott shares a fascinating story about a conversation he had at church with some farmers who were concerned the market was "trying to steal their soybeans." We tackle common misconceptions about grain markets, explain why basis is a market signal (not a conspiracy), and reveal what really happens when an elevator's bids drop to "no bid."

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 3933 99 full Your Harvest Time Companion - Navigating Big Yields and Low Prices Your Harvest Time Companion - Navigating Big Yields and Low Prices https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/harvest-hustle-navigating-big-yields-and-low-prices/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/harvest-hustle-navigating-big-yields-and-low-prices/#comments Thu, 04 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/09368baa-5c1f-35a4-9dd0-72138582024c S2E7 Join Roger and Jason on "The Elevator's Cut Podcast" as they dive into the current harvest landscape. Why are farmers selling even when prices are low? We'll discuss the massive yields emerging from the Southeast and how they’re affecting the market. We'll also break down the importance of harvest ownership for elevators and discuss why some grain is being sold "across the scale" despite low prices.

]]> S2E7 Join Roger and Jason on "The Elevator's Cut Podcast" as they dive into the current harvest landscape. Why are farmers selling even when prices are low? We'll discuss the massive yields emerging from the Southeast and how they’re affecting the market. We'll also break down the importance of harvest ownership for elevators and discuss why some grain is being sold "across the scale" despite low prices.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 3899 98 full The Banker's Cut 2025: Redone, Reborn, Resomething - Featuring Jeff Reardon The Banker's Cut 2025: Redone, Reborn, Resomething - Featuring Jeff Reardon https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-bankers-cut-2025-redone-reborn-resomething-featuring-jeff-reardon/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-bankers-cut-2025-redone-reborn-resomething-featuring-jeff-reardon/#comments Wed, 06 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/31f294c9-8768-33be-a501-097dd7e0d769 S2E6 Join Roger and Jason on "The Elevator's Cut Podcast" as they welcome back industry legend, Jeff Reardon! In this insightful episode, Jeff, a financial expert and CPA, dives deep into the current financial landscape for grain merchandisers and elevators. Discover why the industry is seeing impressive profits, even with changing market dynamics. Jeff shares his unique "dollars per bushel of space" metric for evaluating financial health, discusses the critical importance of harvest ownership, and explains why raising price later fees in a carry market is essential.

]]> S2E6 Join Roger and Jason on "The Elevator's Cut Podcast" as they welcome back industry legend, Jeff Reardon! In this insightful episode, Jeff, a financial expert and CPA, dives deep into the current financial landscape for grain merchandisers and elevators. Discover why the industry is seeing impressive profits, even with changing market dynamics. Jeff shares his unique "dollars per bushel of space" metric for evaluating financial health, discusses the critical importance of harvest ownership, and explains why raising price later fees in a carry market is essential.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2630 2 6 full What Position My Position Was In - Featuring Michael Kaeb What Position My Position Was In - Featuring Michael Kaeb https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/what-position-my-position-was-in-featuring-michael-kaeb/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/what-position-my-position-was-in-featuring-michael-kaeb/#comments Wed, 25 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/9c30e6b4-0c59-35de-879c-8def103cbd65 S2E5 Join hosts Roger Gattis and Jason Wheeler on this episode of The Elevator's Cut as they welcome back old friend and former grain elevator manager, Michael Kaeb of White Commercial. Michael, now a consultant for grain elevators across the western U.S. and Canada, shares his surprising observations about the vast diversity of crops—from milo and sunflowers to various wheat types—and the unique hedging strategies employed in these regions, including using corn futures to hedge barley.

 

The conversation then dives into common, often misused, phrases in the agriculture industry. Michael helps demystify expressions like "the way the market is right now" and "out of position," offering a candid look at what these colloquialisms truly mean (or don't mean!) in the fast-paced world of grain trading. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes peek at elevator life, including the unexpected challenges of painting wood paneling and hilarious college student excuses. Tune in for insightful discussions, industry anecdotes, and a few laughs!

]]> S2E5 Join hosts Roger Gattis and Jason Wheeler on this episode of The Elevator's Cut as they welcome back old friend and former grain elevator manager, Michael Kaeb of White Commercial. Michael, now a consultant for grain elevators across the western U.S. and Canada, shares his surprising observations about the vast diversity of crops—from milo and sunflowers to various wheat types—and the unique hedging strategies employed in these regions, including using corn futures to hedge barley.

 

The conversation then dives into common, often misused, phrases in the agriculture industry. Michael helps demystify expressions like "the way the market is right now" and "out of position," offering a candid look at what these colloquialisms truly mean (or don't mean!) in the fast-paced world of grain trading. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes peek at elevator life, including the unexpected challenges of painting wood paneling and hilarious college student excuses. Tune in for insightful discussions, industry anecdotes, and a few laughs!

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2463 97 full The Grain Elevator's Secret Sauce (Spoiler: It's NOT Price!) The Grain Elevator's Secret Sauce (Spoiler: It's NOT Price!) https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/s2e4-draft/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/s2e4-draft/#comments Thu, 22 May 2025 05:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/a2433a96-ab6a-3cf2-a07d-8f4a5cd9c078 S2E4 Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut, where Roger Gattis and Jason Wheeler cut through the misconceptions and complexities of the grain industry with a healthy dose of humor and pragmatism. This episode, they tackle the "joys" of corn planting season, dissecting USDA numbers and the ever-predictable weather chaos. They then dive into the wild world of grain spreads and basis trading, revealing why the math might make your head spin (and why your elevator isn't making a killing on price). Plus, get the inside scoop on why grain elevators actually make their money, and why co-op retirements are causing such a stir. And for the record, the internet has spoken: ranch is NOT a spread! Tune in for straight talk, funny takes, and maybe a few eye-rolls, all aimed at shedding light on the real challenges and opportunities in the grain business.

]]> S2E4 Welcome back to The Elevator's Cut, where Roger Gattis and Jason Wheeler cut through the misconceptions and complexities of the grain industry with a healthy dose of humor and pragmatism. This episode, they tackle the "joys" of corn planting season, dissecting USDA numbers and the ever-predictable weather chaos. They then dive into the wild world of grain spreads and basis trading, revealing why the math might make your head spin (and why your elevator isn't making a killing on price). Plus, get the inside scoop on why grain elevators actually make their money, and why co-op retirements are causing such a stir. And for the record, the internet has spoken: ranch is NOT a spread! Tune in for straight talk, funny takes, and maybe a few eye-rolls, all aimed at shedding light on the real challenges and opportunities in the grain business.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2960 2 4 full What's The Market Really Saying? What's The Market Really Saying? https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/whats-the-market-really-saying/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/whats-the-market-really-saying/#comments Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:34:42 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/dd557938-4fcd-30b0-bf20-eac5cf33e4eb S2E03 What is the market really saying? Probably “good luck,” but we’re listening anyway. In this episode, Roger and Jason decode how merchandisers respond to spread structures, why everyone’s suddenly in love with averager contracts, and what to do when every farmer within 100 miles decides to grow corn. As always, no financial advice—just sarcasm, strategy, and survival tips from the merchandiser trenches.

]]> S2E03 What is the market really saying? Probably “good luck,” but we’re listening anyway. In this episode, Roger and Jason decode how merchandisers respond to spread structures, why everyone’s suddenly in love with averager contracts, and what to do when every farmer within 100 miles decides to grow corn. As always, no financial advice—just sarcasm, strategy, and survival tips from the merchandiser trenches.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2898 2 3 full Spreads, Basis, and Risk—What Merchandisers Miss Most Spreads, Basis, and Risk—What Merchandisers Miss Most https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/spreads-basis-and-risk%e2%80%94what-merchandisers-miss-most/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/spreads-basis-and-risk%e2%80%94what-merchandisers-miss-most/#comments Fri, 21 Mar 2025 10:22:14 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/80116300-f0ae-3376-9798-e9fc8de542d2 S2E2 In this episode, Jason and Roger return from the road to unpack what they’re hearing across the industry—from farmer frustrations to merchandiser game plans. They dig into summer inversions, spread behavior that defies expectations, and the silent chaos of full bins before harvest. Also: co-op board decisions, pricing deadlines, and how bureaucratic policies somehow helped basis. If you’re in grain merchandising or AG logistics, this one’s for you.

]]> S2E2 In this episode, Jason and Roger return from the road to unpack what they’re hearing across the industry—from farmer frustrations to merchandiser game plans. They dig into summer inversions, spread behavior that defies expectations, and the silent chaos of full bins before harvest. Also: co-op board decisions, pricing deadlines, and how bureaucratic policies somehow helped basis. If you’re in grain merchandising or AG logistics, this one’s for you.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2429 2 2 full The Grain Mafia, Market Myths, and the Art of Being Wrong The Grain Mafia, Market Myths, and the Art of Being Wrong https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-grain-mafia-market-myths-and-the-art-of-being-wrong/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-grain-mafia-market-myths-and-the-art-of-being-wrong/#comments Fri, 14 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/631fcbd6-54c1-38d4-93fd-1ca7ac373a50 S2E1 Who’s really pulling the strings in the grain market? The Grain Mafia? The speculators? The deep state? In this episode, Roger and Jason break down the latest rally, debunk some classic misconceptions, and take a closer look at why some folks think only farmers should be allowed to trade futures. Plus, we explore why certain pricing myths just won’t die and how elevators actually manage risk (hint: it’s not by guessing the top). Tune in for the usual mix of hard truths, sarcasm, and a few hot takes that might just get us canceled on grain Twitter.

]]> S2E1 Who’s really pulling the strings in the grain market? The Grain Mafia? The speculators? The deep state? In this episode, Roger and Jason break down the latest rally, debunk some classic misconceptions, and take a closer look at why some folks think only farmers should be allowed to trade futures. Plus, we explore why certain pricing myths just won’t die and how elevators actually manage risk (hint: it’s not by guessing the top). Tune in for the usual mix of hard truths, sarcasm, and a few hot takes that might just get us canceled on grain Twitter.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2362 2 1 full 2025 Merchandising Prospectus 2025 Merchandising Prospectus https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/2025-merchandising-prospectus/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/2025-merchandising-prospectus/#comments Thu, 26 Dec 2024 13:22:17 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/877fb5d3-5f18-3f8f-99e5-296e2d651088 How are basis traders looking at this recent harvest and the outlook for this season? We talk through the basics of what's going on, the importance of setting boundaries with customers, the value of space, why people hate Free DP so much, why the heck people hedge in the wrong months, and the prospects of setting up our own DOGE for the grain industry. A veritable cornucopia of zeitgeist delving after our recent hiatus.

]]> How are basis traders looking at this recent harvest and the outlook for this season? We talk through the basics of what's going on, the importance of setting boundaries with customers, the value of space, why people hate Free DP so much, why the heck people hedge in the wrong months, and the prospects of setting up our own DOGE for the grain industry. A veritable cornucopia of zeitgeist delving after our recent hiatus.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 3159 96 full Basis Decay!? Basis Decay!? https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/basis-decay/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/basis-decay/#comments Thu, 31 Oct 2024 11:57:14 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/6f8d245f-77f1-3f4b-a097-809b32b2934f The guys are back delving the Zeitgeists on all the latest bad basis takes. We discuss how basis may not actually have destroyed the country's infrastructure, how "trading like an elevator" may not be as glamorous as people think but still worthwhile, and what the heck is basis theft and basis fraud anyways. 

If you'd like to hear how Christopher Columbus and CRT are related to basis trading, this is a good episode for you.

]]> The guys are back delving the Zeitgeists on all the latest bad basis takes. We discuss how basis may not actually have destroyed the country's infrastructure, how "trading like an elevator" may not be as glamorous as people think but still worthwhile, and what the heck is basis theft and basis fraud anyways. 

If you'd like to hear how Christopher Columbus and CRT are related to basis trading, this is a good episode for you.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 3115 95 full 2024 Harvest Time Companion Part 2 2024 Harvest Time Companion Part 2 https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/2024-harvest-time-companion-part-2/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/2024-harvest-time-companion-part-2/#comments Wed, 11 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/1614f63c-7849-30d6-9bdf-2e8977b0d90d We are back with Part 2 for your harvest time listening pleasure. This time, with Special Guest, Susan Stroud of No Bull Ag (NO BULL (nobullag.com)). We delve into the Corn Sweat Zeitgeist, of course, but still have time to tackle the big topics of the 2024 fall harvest: rolling basis contracts, proactive selling to capture big carries, what's a "good price" and how does it change throughout the year?, logistics of a big crop, harvest marketing alternatives, and what's all this carbon intensity stuff mean?

]]> We are back with Part 2 for your harvest time listening pleasure. This time, with Special Guest, Susan Stroud of No Bull Ag (NO BULL (nobullag.com)). We delve into the Corn Sweat Zeitgeist, of course, but still have time to tackle the big topics of the 2024 fall harvest: rolling basis contracts, proactive selling to capture big carries, what's a "good price" and how does it change throughout the year?, logistics of a big crop, harvest marketing alternatives, and what's all this carbon intensity stuff mean?

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 4312 94 full 2024 Harvest Time Companion Part 1 2024 Harvest Time Companion Part 1 https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/2024-harvest-time-companion-part-1/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/2024-harvest-time-companion-part-1/#comments Tue, 03 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/37368736-0c87-3eb1-b2b8-795fc12d30a3 It's that time again for some audio to help pass the long hours of harvest. The guys have a special guest, Michael Kaeb from IL, to share stories and have some fun talking about the more entertaining side of the grain business. From Chemtrails to damaged equipment to bathroom subscription services, we once again dare to delve where other podcasts refuse to.

 

0:00 Intro

3:10 Special Guest Introduction

9:05 Conspiracies -- Chemtrails/Flat Earth/ Corn Sweat/ Wildfires

18:00 Grain Truck Drivers -- Demographics/ Business Ideas/ Unfortunate Stories

37:40 Hired Hands at the Farm and Season Help at the Elevator

]]> It's that time again for some audio to help pass the long hours of harvest. The guys have a special guest, Michael Kaeb from IL, to share stories and have some fun talking about the more entertaining side of the grain business. From Chemtrails to damaged equipment to bathroom subscription services, we once again dare to delve where other podcasts refuse to.

 

0:00 Intro

3:10 Special Guest Introduction

9:05 Conspiracies -- Chemtrails/Flat Earth/ Corn Sweat/ Wildfires

18:00 Grain Truck Drivers -- Demographics/ Business Ideas/ Unfortunate Stories

37:40 Hired Hands at the Farm and Season Help at the Elevator

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 3275 93 full The Fundamentals Cut The Fundamentals Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-fundamentals-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-fundamentals-cut/#comments Thu, 08 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/659a536e-9ea8-3333-8010-430bf5b571f9 Do the fundamentals even matter anymore? Are the Spec Shorts covering their Longs? Why is this crop so big and prices so low? Mostly, what should we do now that nothing is sold and prices are worse? Finally, how should elevators be approaching the coming logistical crunch and capturing the value they should? As usual, the guys delve into these topics and have all the answers. 

]]> Do the fundamentals even matter anymore? Are the Spec Shorts covering their Longs? Why is this crop so big and prices so low? Mostly, what should we do now that nothing is sold and prices are worse? Finally, how should elevators be approaching the coming logistical crunch and capturing the value they should? As usual, the guys delve into these topics and have all the answers. 

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2801 92 full Re-Owning Hedges Re-Owning Hedges https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/re-owning-hedges/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/re-owning-hedges/#comments Wed, 29 May 2024 14:52:04 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/ee088a4e-b50c-3e5d-9f26-785f8a783b30 Help! I HTA'd myself and I don't know what to do!

 

Join us as we delve into the mysterious world of re-owning hedges and other recent agtwitter shenanigans.

]]> Help! I HTA'd myself and I don't know what to do!

 

Join us as we delve into the mysterious world of re-owning hedges and other recent agtwitter shenanigans.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2125 91 full The CEO Mindset in the Grain Business The CEO Mindset in the Grain Business https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-ceo-mindset-in-the-grain-business/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-ceo-mindset-in-the-grain-business/#comments Wed, 08 May 2024 15:12:48 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e6e42327-8029-36ca-b546-81d0d10c447d The guys chat with Phil Luce about his ascension from spreadsheet guy to Spreadsheet CEO. What should we get out of charts? How did you learn the business? Can we have raises? All the important questions asked or implied. And of course, how should we interpret Cicadian Rythyms?

]]> The guys chat with Phil Luce about his ascension from spreadsheet guy to Spreadsheet CEO. What should we get out of charts? How did you learn the business? Can we have raises? All the important questions asked or implied. And of course, how should we interpret Cicadian Rythyms?

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 3018 90 full Spreaders Anonymous Spreaders Anonymous https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/spreaders-anonymous/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/spreaders-anonymous/#comments Tue, 20 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/f35a880e-e34c-3d1a-b4e7-9163b6583aba An Elite Peer Group of geographically diverse grain merchants join the show to share about their love for the grain business as well as their struggles and how they help each other through it all. Join us for a lively chat with Jake Lund from Wisconsin, Ben Nething from Ohio, and Michael Mock from Pennsylvania.

]]> An Elite Peer Group of geographically diverse grain merchants join the show to share about their love for the grain business as well as their struggles and how they help each other through it all. Join us for a lively chat with Jake Lund from Wisconsin, Ben Nething from Ohio, and Michael Mock from Pennsylvania.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2845 89 full Who Charted? Who Charted? https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/what-s-in-a-name-the-grain-edition/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/what-s-in-a-name-the-grain-edition/#comments Tue, 09 Jan 2024 10:30:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/0a94c5a4-d2ce-3fe3-9ca1-9638420d1f9d When is a random line more than just a random line? When somebody tells you it's important to look at, that's when! Join us as we delve into the obscure world of technical terms and tag along on our jaunt down the path of the psychology behind the contract names.

]]> When is a random line more than just a random line? When somebody tells you it's important to look at, that's when! Join us as we delve into the obscure world of technical terms and tag along on our jaunt down the path of the psychology behind the contract names.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2014 88 full 2023 Fall Harvest Recap 2023 Fall Harvest Recap https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/2023-fall-harvest-recap/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/2023-fall-harvest-recap/#comments Wed, 03 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/53b4ba8e-683d-3105-ac9d-3740e8614829 Basis Rolls, Fees, Huge spreads, and changes in selling patterns. We saw a lot of interesting developments with this crop, so we delve into how it all intertwined to create a zeitgeist stew of merchandising opportunities for the coming year.

]]> Basis Rolls, Fees, Huge spreads, and changes in selling patterns. We saw a lot of interesting developments with this crop, so we delve into how it all intertwined to create a zeitgeist stew of merchandising opportunities for the coming year.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2489 87 full DP and Dogman DP and Dogman https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/dp-and-dogman/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/dp-and-dogman/#comments Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:56:37 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/10e62e80-160c-3de2-b6c8-02eedea602df Do you believe in conspiracy theories? Does Bigfoot have a cousin? Can Elevators charge double digit monthly DP fees? Grab your trench coat and listen to find out as the guys delve into the inner workings of elevator bids and fees, farmer marketing behaviors, and a little known mythical figure of the West Arkansas Ozarks.

]]> Do you believe in conspiracy theories? Does Bigfoot have a cousin? Can Elevators charge double digit monthly DP fees? Grab your trench coat and listen to find out as the guys delve into the inner workings of elevator bids and fees, farmer marketing behaviors, and a little known mythical figure of the West Arkansas Ozarks.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2315 86 full Harvest Time Companion Episode Harvest Time Companion Episode https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/harvest-time-companion-episode/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/harvest-time-companion-episode/#comments Tue, 05 Sep 2023 09:30:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/15276fdd-da33-32db-9ed9-a2e264021fe4 An extended version of our normal podcast to help keep you company during the long hours of harvest. We mix in grain talk with a lot of our own personal preferences, stories, and strange perspectives from the universe. Timestamps of topics below.

0:00:35 - What is this episode?

0:04:30 - Convenience Store Food Options

0:21:43 - Gas Station Bathrooms

0:24:40 - Farm Marketing Discussion on Choices vs Decisions

0:37:25 - PowerPoint Presetations

0:43:43 - Brokers

0:57:57 - Bankers/Interest costs in the Grain Biz/ Spread Structures

1:05:02 - Cashless Society Conspiracy Talk

1:09:58 - Floor Traders/ Algos/ GMD (Farmer) Conspiracy Theories

1:16:48 - Flat Earthers

1:21:44 - Ufology/ Aliens

1:33:00 - Restaurant Food

1:55:01 - Food Stories of Mr. White

2:02:50 - Travel Hacks and Hotel Thoughts

]]> An extended version of our normal podcast to help keep you company during the long hours of harvest. We mix in grain talk with a lot of our own personal preferences, stories, and strange perspectives from the universe. Timestamps of topics below.

0:00:35 - What is this episode?

0:04:30 - Convenience Store Food Options

0:21:43 - Gas Station Bathrooms

0:24:40 - Farm Marketing Discussion on Choices vs Decisions

0:37:25 - PowerPoint Presetations

0:43:43 - Brokers

0:57:57 - Bankers/Interest costs in the Grain Biz/ Spread Structures

1:05:02 - Cashless Society Conspiracy Talk

1:09:58 - Floor Traders/ Algos/ GMD (Farmer) Conspiracy Theories

1:16:48 - Flat Earthers

1:21:44 - Ufology/ Aliens

1:33:00 - Restaurant Food

1:55:01 - Food Stories of Mr. White

2:02:50 - Travel Hacks and Hotel Thoughts

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 8582 85 full PreHarvest PepTalk PreHarvest PepTalk https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/preharvest-peptalk/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/preharvest-peptalk/#comments Thu, 17 Aug 2023 09:45:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/397ed385-44e7-3749-a55d-f682cc565297 The guys discuss their ideas on the upcoming crop merchandising year and touch on the secret to unmitigated success (probably) for the basis trader.

]]> The guys discuss their ideas on the upcoming crop merchandising year and touch on the secret to unmitigated success (probably) for the basis trader.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2538 84 full Summer of Spreadz Summer of Spreadz https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/summer-of-spreadz/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/summer-of-spreadz/#comments Thu, 27 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/f3584407-96f1-37c5-82be-0e1ceebe370b What do spreads and summer have in common? They both start with “S”, duh. In this episode the guys get back to the business of grain merchandising and delve into what the ongoing shift in corn spreads spells for the basis trader. (hint: it rhymes with “hairy”)

]]> What do spreads and summer have in common? They both start with “S”, duh. In this episode the guys get back to the business of grain merchandising and delve into what the ongoing shift in corn spreads spells for the basis trader. (hint: it rhymes with “hairy”)

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2375 83 full The Co-op’s Cut with Scott Hardy The Co-op’s Cut with Scott Hardy https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-co-op-s-cut-with-scott-hardy/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-co-op-s-cut-with-scott-hardy/#comments Tue, 18 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/5a2c3c0f-5a64-306e-844f-8cc70250f28a What makes Cooperatives great? What makes them struggle? We chat with retired Co-Op Veteran, Scott Hardy, to discuss all he has seen over the years with Boards, GMs, Mergers, Patronage, and more. Some high quality insight for anyone that interacts with a Co-Op with some entertaining and informative stories mixed in.

]]> What makes Cooperatives great? What makes them struggle? We chat with retired Co-Op Veteran, Scott Hardy, to discuss all he has seen over the years with Boards, GMs, Mergers, Patronage, and more. Some high quality insight for anyone that interacts with a Co-Op with some entertaining and informative stories mixed in.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2266 82 full Blackberry Storytime with Grain Veteran Scott Hardy Blackberry Storytime with Grain Veteran Scott Hardy https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/blackberry-storytime-with-grain-veteran-scott-hardy/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/blackberry-storytime-with-grain-veteran-scott-hardy/#comments Tue, 27 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/2baf9a38-ff74-365b-975e-92d7bc31d27d Lovingly and famously known as "The July 1st Story," friend of the show and grain industry mentor to many, Scott Hardy, shares his harrowing tale from his days on the road visiting grain elevators. Over his 40 years of creating, observing, and retelling the stories, this one may top them all. From transportation challenges to food reactions to medical emergencies to Jamaican Ukeleles, this one has it all. 

]]> Lovingly and famously known as "The July 1st Story," friend of the show and grain industry mentor to many, Scott Hardy, shares his harrowing tale from his days on the road visiting grain elevators. Over his 40 years of creating, observing, and retelling the stories, this one may top them all. From transportation challenges to food reactions to medical emergencies to Jamaican Ukeleles, this one has it all. 

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2407 81 full What Does It Even Mean? What Does It Even Mean? https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/what-does-it-even-mean/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/what-does-it-even-mean/#comments Tue, 23 May 2023 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/f366108c-c9c0-317f-b206-27a31f38037d Having exhausted this month's supply of market quips, the guys discuss the sayings of the grain biz that may or may not have any bearing on reality.

]]> Having exhausted this month's supply of market quips, the guys discuss the sayings of the grain biz that may or may not have any bearing on reality.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2156 80 full What Game are you Playing? What Game are you Playing? https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/whiteboard-thoughts/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/whiteboard-thoughts/#comments Thu, 11 May 2023 11:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/0efe1df9-b380-31f6-841b-ffccffdf8e4b Roger recently listened to an insightful podcast which of course is a foreign concept to us, so Roger shared some of the big concepts from it and the guys discuss how these insights apply to our business. As a credit to Arkansas Public Schools, Jason learns what aphorism means and Roger learns what Zimbabwe is.

]]> Roger recently listened to an insightful podcast which of course is a foreign concept to us, so Roger shared some of the big concepts from it and the guys discuss how these insights apply to our business. As a credit to Arkansas Public Schools, Jason learns what aphorism means and Roger learns what Zimbabwe is.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2617 79 full Psychology of a Merchandiser Psychology of a Merchandiser https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/psychology-of-a-merchandiser/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/psychology-of-a-merchandiser/#comments Thu, 04 May 2023 11:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/b97fe3d3-6256-3a5f-bd07-9b7ee72ddfcd The guys are back from hiatus with a lively discussion on how merchandisers are coping with the current basis and spread environment and how that is affecting their plans for the next season. What should we be doing now? How should we be approaching the coming crop year? 

We also announce our first ever shipment of Elevator's Cut T-shirts (sized M, L, XL) and what you can do to get one for yourself.

]]> The guys are back from hiatus with a lively discussion on how merchandisers are coping with the current basis and spread environment and how that is affecting their plans for the next season. What should we be doing now? How should we be approaching the coming crop year? 

We also announce our first ever shipment of Elevator's Cut T-shirts (sized M, L, XL) and what you can do to get one for yourself.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2272 78 full Capturing the Farmer’s Attention Capturing the Farmer’s Attention https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/effective-farmer-communications/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/effective-farmer-communications/#comments Wed, 01 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/2803662e-8e41-3b9c-8b8b-3a66157b2bdb We delve into the farmer-elevator relationship from the perspective of the farmer with Kansas farmer, Adam Baldwin. What communication is the farmer looking for, what gets their attention, and how do they like to interact with their grain buyers? 

]]> We delve into the farmer-elevator relationship from the perspective of the farmer with Kansas farmer, Adam Baldwin. What communication is the farmer looking for, what gets their attention, and how do they like to interact with their grain buyers? 

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 3430 77 full Master Management Cut Master Management Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/master-management-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/master-management-cut/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2023 13:30:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/bb21b7f1-d48b-3fe4-9e45-be515b02cdab The guys delve into the pressing challenges, opportunities, and ideas from the largest annual conference of exclusively basis traders in history. Some great concepts on managing your business and how we see it applied in the grain industry. They discuss a possible monumental shift in preferred snacks of the show as well as new podcast swag in the works. 

]]> The guys delve into the pressing challenges, opportunities, and ideas from the largest annual conference of exclusively basis traders in history. Some great concepts on managing your business and how we see it applied in the grain industry. They discuss a possible monumental shift in preferred snacks of the show as well as new podcast swag in the works. 

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2121 76 full 2023 Opening Cut 2023 Opening Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/2023-opening-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/2023-opening-cut/#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/cb78378b-a7e4-3741-9a30-70641b9382cb What do GMD, Free DP, and Runza all have in common? This episode. Join us as we talk through it all and memorialize our 100,000th download. 

]]> What do GMD, Free DP, and Runza all have in common? This episode. Join us as we talk through it all and memorialize our 100,000th download. 

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 1841 75 full Trucker’s Cut Trucker’s Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/freight-broker-s-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/freight-broker-s-cut/#comments Tue, 20 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/a14cde1b-bb41-38d6-9eb4-b384b084282e The guys chat up Jared Flinn of Bulkloads.com and discuss the finer points of elevator/trucker relationships.

]]> The guys chat up Jared Flinn of Bulkloads.com and discuss the finer points of elevator/trucker relationships.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2526 74 full Live from CEC Live from CEC https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/live-from-cec/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/live-from-cec/#comments Thu, 08 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/44cee7ca-99af-30e4-8e7f-f762e03d5359 The guys were invited on stage at the NGFA's annual Country Elevator Conference in St. Louis. This episode is a live recording of the panel they hosted about the upcoming merchandising and financial challenges that this crop year holds. We chat with bankers and merchants about how best to approach the year.

]]> The guys were invited on stage at the NGFA's annual Country Elevator Conference in St. Louis. This episode is a live recording of the panel they hosted about the upcoming merchandising and financial challenges that this crop year holds. We chat with bankers and merchants about how best to approach the year.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2740 73 full Spreadmageddon Spreadmageddon https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/spreadmageddon/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/spreadmageddon/#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/f6cd5ad9-5a84-3cbc-a372-51c71a8a169f The guys delve into some of the aspects of what separates the haves and have-nots among merchandisers during years with flat/inverted market structures.

]]> The guys delve into some of the aspects of what separates the haves and have-nots among merchandisers during years with flat/inverted market structures.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2379 72 full 6 Degrees of Dan Mehochko 6 Degrees of Dan Mehochko https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/6-degrees-of-dan-mehochko/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/6-degrees-of-dan-mehochko/#comments Mon, 21 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/3548d5be-50f2-3e2f-86f9-760907a22b76 Known to many as the nicest guy in the grain business, Dan shares his wealth of experience with us in this episode. He shares some stories from his decades in the commercial grain business and tells us about the importance of building and maintaining relationships throughout his career. Dan also fills us in on what the heck a data scientist is and how they will help our industry grow into the future. 

]]> Known to many as the nicest guy in the grain business, Dan shares his wealth of experience with us in this episode. He shares some stories from his decades in the commercial grain business and tells us about the importance of building and maintaining relationships throughout his career. Dan also fills us in on what the heck a data scientist is and how they will help our industry grow into the future. 

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2379 71 full Potent Potables and Wild Basis Tales Potent Potables and Wild Basis Tales https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/potent-potables-and-wild-basis-tales/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/potent-potables-and-wild-basis-tales/#comments Thu, 17 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/fd8c28ee-8b20-3d56-aad4-ca5f3e3d5d0d The guys are back with some news! Big upcoming event details. Then we psychoanalyze some of the things we say in the grain business and why. Finally, we finish on some of the exciting basis trading stories from this harvest given the historic basis volatility. 

]]> The guys are back with some news! Big upcoming event details. Then we psychoanalyze some of the things we say in the grain business and why. Finally, we finish on some of the exciting basis trading stories from this harvest given the historic basis volatility. 

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 1667 70 full The River’s Cut The River’s Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-river-s-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-river-s-cut/#comments Mon, 03 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/39aa8b80-ca4f-3c36-ad17-16508ab106d9 The guys have a discussion with Susan David of No Bull (@SusanNOBULL) on the recent disruption in the barge freight market. What's causing it? How will it be resolved? Who is benefitting? And what does it all mean to the rest of us? She gives us a great breakdown of what is going on.

]]> The guys have a discussion with Susan David of No Bull (@SusanNOBULL) on the recent disruption in the barge freight market. What's causing it? How will it be resolved? Who is benefitting? And what does it all mean to the rest of us? She gives us a great breakdown of what is going on.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2349 69 full Basis Trading Through Inverses with Phil Luce Basis Trading Through Inverses with Phil Luce https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/basis-trading-through-inverses-with-phil-luce/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/basis-trading-through-inverses-with-phil-luce/#comments Wed, 07 Sep 2022 11:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/61173f0a-6d00-3eb1-befb-d6d1eae6e151 The guys chat with White Commercial CEO and Basis Guru, Phil Luce, about managing basis, spreads, and expectations in these crazy times.

]]> The guys chat with White Commercial CEO and Basis Guru, Phil Luce, about managing basis, spreads, and expectations in these crazy times.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2186 68 full Opening Call’s Cut Opening Call’s Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/opening-call-s-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/opening-call-s-cut/#comments Tue, 23 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/2bc23a74-1a74-38ac-8684-0f7dd12d7e09 In this episode the guys speculate about what they’re delve into on the episode just before they record the episode.... and are immediately proved wrong.

]]> In this episode the guys speculate about what they’re delve into on the episode just before they record the episode.... and are immediately proved wrong.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 1889 67 full The British Cut The British Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-british-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-british-cut/#comments Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/6b1ba913-9813-388c-b699-5bec1e096e9d The guys connect via transoceanic technology to our friend and fellow elevator advocate across the pond, Dan Murphy, aka @GrainPirateDan, in the grain growing East Midlands region of England. Dan shares both the differences and similarities of the grain elevator business from his perspective, and we try to come to grips with a few cultural differences. So pour yourself a pint (just not of Stella) and enjoy!

]]> The guys connect via transoceanic technology to our friend and fellow elevator advocate across the pond, Dan Murphy, aka @GrainPirateDan, in the grain growing East Midlands region of England. Dan shares both the differences and similarities of the grain elevator business from his perspective, and we try to come to grips with a few cultural differences. So pour yourself a pint (just not of Stella) and enjoy!

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 3433 66 full The Specialty Cut The Specialty Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-specialty-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-specialty-cut/#comments Wed, 01 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/7311ede6-b632-3984-93da-cdcb81eb4ae6 The guys chat with Kellee James, CEO and Founder of Mercaris, to delve into the mysterious realm of specialty grains. If $42/bushel soybeans doesn’t grab your attention, we don’t know what will! Shout out to cauliflower rice for not sponsoring this episode.

]]> The guys chat with Kellee James, CEO and Founder of Mercaris, to delve into the mysterious realm of specialty grains. If $42/bushel soybeans doesn’t grab your attention, we don’t know what will! Shout out to cauliflower rice for not sponsoring this episode.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2763 65 full Fees Up, Basis Down Fees Up, Basis Down https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/fees-up-basis-down/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/fees-up-basis-down/#comments Tue, 17 May 2022 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/8c351d2a-53b1-39e6-b43e-914c2729e74e The guys tackle springtime basis in light of inversions, and discuss what an elevator’s fee structure signals to farmers. Just remember kids, keep your eye on the ball, be you a merchant or a farmer… just understand which ball you really should be looking at. Also, pringles are great.

]]> The guys tackle springtime basis in light of inversions, and discuss what an elevator’s fee structure signals to farmers. Just remember kids, keep your eye on the ball, be you a merchant or a farmer… just understand which ball you really should be looking at. Also, pringles are great.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2294 64 full The 2022 Demand Market Cut The 2022 Demand Market Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-2022-demand-market-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-2022-demand-market-cut/#comments Tue, 05 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/06714e43-146d-3f74-badb-94222faff01f As we look forward to a summer of diminishing grain stocks with big inversions and a new crop year of little to no carry in the spreads, how the heck is anyone going to make any money and what should grain merchants be doing now to prepare? Also, how should farmers be approaching their marketing in this environment? The guys walk through the situation and outline the opportunities. 

]]> As we look forward to a summer of diminishing grain stocks with big inversions and a new crop year of little to no carry in the spreads, how the heck is anyone going to make any money and what should grain merchants be doing now to prepare? Also, how should farmers be approaching their marketing in this environment? The guys walk through the situation and outline the opportunities. 

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2674 63 full The Limit’s Cut The Limit’s Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-limit-s-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-limit-s-cut/#comments Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/93205544-535a-3d8d-b042-47526fd202b6 After some wild times following war news, the guys discuss why things happened the way they did in the cash market during days of locked limit up futures markets in Chicago. Why did people shift their bids to different months? Why were some not bidding at all? How should a farmer look at all of it? Was it all a cash grab for a big "elevator's cut" or were buyers just trying not to lose money? 

]]> After some wild times following war news, the guys discuss why things happened the way they did in the cash market during days of locked limit up futures markets in Chicago. Why did people shift their bids to different months? Why were some not bidding at all? How should a farmer look at all of it? Was it all a cash grab for a big "elevator's cut" or were buyers just trying not to lose money? 

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2515 62 full CEO’s Cut CEO’s Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/ceo-s-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/ceo-s-cut/#comments Thu, 03 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/50ce02e3-5317-30e8-98b5-630ec31119b3 The guys bring in Phil Luce, new CEO of White Commercial, to share his keynote talk about decision making during volatile times in the grain business. Celebrating Easter early, we put some Easter eggs at the end for you. 

]]> The guys bring in Phil Luce, new CEO of White Commercial, to share his keynote talk about decision making during volatile times in the grain business. Celebrating Easter early, we put some Easter eggs at the end for you. 

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2372 61 full Festivus Cut Festivus Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/festivus-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/festivus-cut/#comments Tue, 28 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/d0238954-e640-3785-a8af-42232fd468a2 It's a Festivus Miracle! The guys are back with another episode. In this one we air our grievances about "knowing the markets," having a bunch of screens, and why people look at risk the opposite of the way Merriam Webster does. We also catch you up on some of our latest conferences and what's on our schedule for 2022. Hope to see y'all out there this year! 

]]> It's a Festivus Miracle! The guys are back with another episode. In this one we air our grievances about "knowing the markets," having a bunch of screens, and why people look at risk the opposite of the way Merriam Webster does. We also catch you up on some of our latest conferences and what's on our schedule for 2022. Hope to see y'all out there this year! 

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2442 60 full Random Thoughts from the Summer, Released in the Winter Random Thoughts from the Summer, Released in the Winter https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/random-thoughts-from-the-summer-released-in-the-winter/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/random-thoughts-from-the-summer-released-in-the-winter/#comments Tue, 21 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/f19f875b-22da-3c6b-87a0-5b72969bbd9c The guys discuss the latest ways to #winbasis from last summer.

Step 1: Volatility

Step 2: Derivatives

Step 3: ???

Step 4: #WinBasis

]]> The guys discuss the latest ways to #winbasis from last summer.

Step 1: Volatility

Step 2: Derivatives

Step 3: ???

Step 4: #WinBasis

]]> The Elevator‘s Cut false No 1954 59 full GMD Cut Volume 2 GMD Cut Volume 2 https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/gmd-cut-volume-2/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/gmd-cut-volume-2/#comments Thu, 04 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/5d3f1f31-e5f2-3f17-ac7f-9f2e53a6b944 Once again, the guys welcome guest cohost and fellow GMD connoisseur, Susan David, to the show to do some analysis of the infamous Facebook page known on AgTwitter simply as GMD. We discuss some of our favorite posts and delve into the comment sections. Some good discussion on why people bid vs. different months, spreads, and how basis is used by grain buyers. 

]]> Once again, the guys welcome guest cohost and fellow GMD connoisseur, Susan David, to the show to do some analysis of the infamous Facebook page known on AgTwitter simply as GMD. We discuss some of our favorite posts and delve into the comment sections. Some good discussion on why people bid vs. different months, spreads, and how basis is used by grain buyers. 

]]> The Elevator‘s Cut false No 2551 58 full GMD Cut Volume 1 GMD Cut Volume 1 https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/gmd-cut-volume-1/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/gmd-cut-volume-1/#comments Tue, 02 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/b61cde29-c2c3-337c-a114-5ece95c74d69 The guys welcome guest cohost and fellow GMD connoisseur, Susan David, to the show to do some analysis of the infamous Facebook page known on AgTwitter simply as GMD. We discuss some of our favorite posts, delve into the comment sections, and hopefully bring somewhat of a counter argument to the anti-merchandiser, anti-elevator mentality that pops up from time to time.

]]> The guys welcome guest cohost and fellow GMD connoisseur, Susan David, to the show to do some analysis of the infamous Facebook page known on AgTwitter simply as GMD. We discuss some of our favorite posts, delve into the comment sections, and hopefully bring somewhat of a counter argument to the anti-merchandiser, anti-elevator mentality that pops up from time to time.

]]> The Elevator‘s Cut false No 2747 57 full Canada‘s Cut Canada‘s Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/canada-s-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/canada-s-cut/#comments Tue, 28 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/656a5fa4-982e-3383-bbf0-a2dc60910a14 For this episode, we cross international lines to talk with the (in)famous Pete Archer from Maizieing Acres in Ontario. Pete tells us his personal story as a grain farmer and eventual commercial grain elevator and gives us great insight on how basis trading actually works when trading across borders and currencies. 

]]> For this episode, we cross international lines to talk with the (in)famous Pete Archer from Maizieing Acres in Ontario. Pete tells us his personal story as a grain farmer and eventual commercial grain elevator and gives us great insight on how basis trading actually works when trading across borders and currencies. 

]]> The Elevator‘s Cut false No 2271 56 full Harvest is Transitory Harvest is Transitory https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/harvest-is-transitory/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/harvest-is-transitory/#comments Tue, 31 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/649c3a1b-ff82-3ebe-8971-1a2c3ac2d0b1 The guys delve into the reality that bushels will likely be hunting for space this year, and what that means for the value of space amid the sad-trombone spread structure currently in place (hint: don’t pay too much for the basis!) They also get into the nitty gritty of the real cost of running a grain elevator and how your policies can help (or hurt) your ability to cover those costs. As always, the anecdotes are free for our valued listeners.

]]> The guys delve into the reality that bushels will likely be hunting for space this year, and what that means for the value of space amid the sad-trombone spread structure currently in place (hint: don’t pay too much for the basis!) They also get into the nitty gritty of the real cost of running a grain elevator and how your policies can help (or hurt) your ability to cover those costs. As always, the anecdotes are free for our valued listeners.

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 2403 55 full Academia's Cut Academia's Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/academias-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/academias-cut/#comments Tue, 24 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/c78dd04d-515d-384b-85cc-db356153b05b We are joined by University of Arkansas Professor, Dr. Mckenzie, to discuss the grain business and how he has been able to bridge the gap between academia and pragmatic cash grain trading through his career. He also shares with us his perspective about what qualities young people are looking for in an employer as they begin their careers (and it's not what you might think). Finally, we discuss his very intriguing work on the psychology of farm marketing. 

]]> We are joined by University of Arkansas Professor, Dr. Mckenzie, to discuss the grain business and how he has been able to bridge the gap between academia and pragmatic cash grain trading through his career. He also shares with us his perspective about what qualities young people are looking for in an employer as they begin their careers (and it's not what you might think). Finally, we discuss his very intriguing work on the psychology of farm marketing. 

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 2875 54 full Chicago's Cut Chicago's Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/chicagos-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/chicagos-cut/#comments Wed, 23 Jun 2021 11:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/2467e871-5376-30ff-83a0-8ba4acce2a3a We sit down with Fred Seamon, Executive Director of Commodity Research and Product Development at CME Group, to discuss all the buzz and consternation around the corners of the internet for the agricultural world. Of course, we also delve into the zeitgeist of this season. Fred sets us straight on how the commercial side is affected by HFT, algos, convergence, and more. And he does it all in a clear and simple way that even a couple guys from Arkansas can understand.

]]> We sit down with Fred Seamon, Executive Director of Commodity Research and Product Development at CME Group, to discuss all the buzz and consternation around the corners of the internet for the agricultural world. Of course, we also delve into the zeitgeist of this season. Fred sets us straight on how the commercial side is affected by HFT, algos, convergence, and more. And he does it all in a clear and simple way that even a couple guys from Arkansas can understand.

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 3009 53 full Banker’s Cut 2021 Rally Edition Banker’s Cut 2021 Rally Edition https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/banker-s-cut-2021-rally-edition/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/banker-s-cut-2021-rally-edition/#comments Tue, 11 May 2021 10:53:29 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/bf25dc9c-0a8b-3e45-9c34-a596b4f03b9f Long time friend of the show Jeff Reardon spends some time with us going over how the financial side of the business is handling this big rally year. He also tells us how commercial grain business margins are faring this year based on his unique analysis and metrics.

]]> Long time friend of the show Jeff Reardon spends some time with us going over how the financial side of the business is handling this big rally year. He also tells us how commercial grain business margins are faring this year based on his unique analysis and metrics.

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 2300 52 full Widening Your Horizons (or is it narrowing?) Widening Your Horizons (or is it narrowing?) https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/widening-your-horizons-or-is-it-narrowing/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/widening-your-horizons-or-is-it-narrowing/#comments Tue, 06 Apr 2021 12:59:56 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/8023a2db-c073-387d-850e-34685ffb9917 Ashley Bettenhausen (@TheFarmWifey) joins the guys all the way from up north to share her trials and triumphs as a female grain originator from a non-ag background. And of course, she sets the record straight on just exactly how proper spread terminology do.

 

]]> Ashley Bettenhausen (@TheFarmWifey) joins the guys all the way from up north to share her trials and triumphs as a female grain originator from a non-ag background. And of course, she sets the record straight on just exactly how proper spread terminology do.

 

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 2633 51 full Interview with Chad Felderhoff Interview with Chad Felderhoff https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/interview-with-chad-felderhoff/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/interview-with-chad-felderhoff/#comments Wed, 24 Feb 2021 12:01:41 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/8a87e4f1-da18-3576-829d-4fc68abad7d3 What does grain merchandising, family business transition, and dog food have in common? More than you might think. Join the guys as Chad takes us down his professional pathway and sheds some light on that ol grain business chestnut, "its different around here."

(Spoiler Alert: it ain't)

]]> What does grain merchandising, family business transition, and dog food have in common? More than you might think. Join the guys as Chad takes us down his professional pathway and sheds some light on that ol grain business chestnut, "its different around here."

(Spoiler Alert: it ain't)

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 3526 50 full Surviving Prosperity; Why Rallies are Terrible Surviving Prosperity; Why Rallies are Terrible https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/surviving-prosperity-why-rallies-are-terrible/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/surviving-prosperity-why-rallies-are-terrible/#comments Wed, 03 Feb 2021 10:25:28 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/0b679535-56c9-3ae4-879a-db9d18fa52a1 It seems like all people in the grain business want is a rally, but why are so many people miserable right now? Your humble hosts delve into the zeitgeist of the big grain rally and discuss what's so difficult about it for the farmer and the commercial. Clear your schedule for half an hour and enjoy this episode nearly dubbed "The China Cut" 

]]> It seems like all people in the grain business want is a rally, but why are so many people miserable right now? Your humble hosts delve into the zeitgeist of the big grain rally and discuss what's so difficult about it for the farmer and the commercial. Clear your schedule for half an hour and enjoy this episode nearly dubbed "The China Cut" 

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 2230 49 full There's An App For That There's An App For That https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/theres-an-app-for-that-1611079014/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/theres-an-app-for-that-1611079014/#comments Tue, 19 Jan 2021 13:06:07 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/b6e42aea-e76b-324c-81f8-68bdd3dd966c The guys chat with CEO/Co-Founder of Bushel Jake Joraanstad, and Chief Market Officer Camille Grade to discuss the way technology is improving the grain business. We hear about the story of this Fargo based Ag-Tech firm and what they are doing to make the grain elevator and farmer relationship more transparent and streamlined. We also discuss what's out there on the horizon for technology advancements in the years to come. 

]]> The guys chat with CEO/Co-Founder of Bushel Jake Joraanstad, and Chief Market Officer Camille Grade to discuss the way technology is improving the grain business. We hear about the story of this Fargo based Ag-Tech firm and what they are doing to make the grain elevator and farmer relationship more transparent and streamlined. We also discuss what's out there on the horizon for technology advancements in the years to come. 

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 3248 48 full Make Spreadz Great Again Make Spreadz Great Again https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/make-spreadz-great-again/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/make-spreadz-great-again/#comments Thu, 19 Nov 2020 12:03:52 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/3677317b-6267-31d1-a8d8-935b47eee273 2020 has been the most unique year we’ve had in a while, and spreadz are not immune to this year’s wonkiness. While we haven’t seen this type of spread action in the grain biz in a few moons, they are not unheard of and in fact, once understood, flat & inverted markets can provide the astute merchandiser with both profit and fun. Probably.

]]> 2020 has been the most unique year we’ve had in a while, and spreadz are not immune to this year’s wonkiness. While we haven’t seen this type of spread action in the grain biz in a few moons, they are not unheard of and in fact, once understood, flat & inverted markets can provide the astute merchandiser with both profit and fun. Probably.

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 2580 47 full The Disruptor’s Cut: An interview with Rodney Connor of Indigo The Disruptor’s Cut: An interview with Rodney Connor of Indigo https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-disruptor-s-cut-an-interview-with-rodney-connor-of-indigo/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-disruptor-s-cut-an-interview-with-rodney-connor-of-indigo/#comments Thu, 12 Nov 2020 13:49:07 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/4b22ea9a-687b-3169-b5f4-59d6390fa06e Rodney Connor of Indigo Ag fields all the tough questions about how Indigo interacts with the grain business. As a former grain merchant in Northern IL, he acknowledges the company's past mistakes and explains their perspective moving forward and shifts they are making to try and be a valuable cog in the supply chain.

]]> Rodney Connor of Indigo Ag fields all the tough questions about how Indigo interacts with the grain business. As a former grain merchant in Northern IL, he acknowledges the company's past mistakes and explains their perspective moving forward and shifts they are making to try and be a valuable cog in the supply chain.

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 5012 46 full From the Ivory Tower to the Drying Tower: Interview with Rob Cogdill From the Ivory Tower to the Drying Tower: Interview with Rob Cogdill https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/from-the-ivory-tower-to-the-drying-tower-interview-with-rob-cogdill/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/from-the-ivory-tower-to-the-drying-tower-interview-with-rob-cogdill/#comments Thu, 01 Oct 2020 11:50:05 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/2ec709f7-0431-3389-9ad7-7d7016400777 Family grain business operator, blogger, and friend Rob Cogdill of Cogdill Farm Supply in Dunlap, Iowa joins us to share his journey into the family business from the halls of academia, as well as some of the ways he’s been able to de-complicate grain merchandising. Find more info about Rob at  www.cogdillfarmsupply.com and www.bullsheet.blog or on twitter @BullSheet_Blog.

]]> Family grain business operator, blogger, and friend Rob Cogdill of Cogdill Farm Supply in Dunlap, Iowa joins us to share his journey into the family business from the halls of academia, as well as some of the ways he’s been able to de-complicate grain merchandising. Find more info about Rob at  www.cogdillfarmsupply.com and www.bullsheet.blog or on twitter @BullSheet_Blog.

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 2354 45 full 2020 Late Summer Noise Edition 2020 Late Summer Noise Edition https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/2020-late-summer-noise-edition/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/2020-late-summer-noise-edition/#comments Tue, 15 Sep 2020 16:03:48 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/86ab4c83-d89f-31c7-ac9b-b90dd3969feb The guys delve into all the zeitgeists that have folks riled up about visions of rallies to come this year. Join us as we discuss practical ways to digest the news without the need for all the antacid.

As always, thanks to our sponsor for this episode: Sample Buckets.

]]> The guys delve into all the zeitgeists that have folks riled up about visions of rallies to come this year. Join us as we discuss practical ways to digest the news without the need for all the antacid.

As always, thanks to our sponsor for this episode: Sample Buckets.

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 1997 44 full Harvest 2020 is coming. What’s your plan? Harvest 2020 is coming. What’s your plan? https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/harvest-2020-is-coming-what-s-your-plan/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/harvest-2020-is-coming-what-s-your-plan/#comments Wed, 29 Jul 2020 08:50:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/bcc4880b-a461-370d-9e43-08baf5fcbfd6 The guys discuss worst case scenarios for new crop this year and what commercial grain folks should be doing now to avoid trouble. As always, it’s not rocket surgery, but worth thinking through in a year where space could be more valuable than it’s ever been.

]]> The guys discuss worst case scenarios for new crop this year and what commercial grain folks should be doing now to avoid trouble. As always, it’s not rocket surgery, but worth thinking through in a year where space could be more valuable than it’s ever been.

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 2350 43 full Grain Policies for 2020: Pitfalls and Solutions Grain Policies for 2020: Pitfalls and Solutions https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/grain-policies-for-2020-pitfalls-and-solutions/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/grain-policies-for-2020-pitfalls-and-solutions/#comments Tue, 14 Jul 2020 13:19:28 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/a2de2f25-79f1-509c-801e-023721ea426a Today, we delve into the policies and contracts that haven’t had a great year (namely rolling basis contracts) and how to improve them in the future. We also get into some of the popular contracts for new crop and which ones you should be tweaking, eliminating, improving, or promoting in the current environment.

]]> Today, we delve into the policies and contracts that haven’t had a great year (namely rolling basis contracts) and how to improve them in the future. We also get into some of the popular contracts for new crop and which ones you should be tweaking, eliminating, improving, or promoting in the current environment.

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 2670 42 full All About The Benjamin All About The Benjamin https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/all-about-the-benjamin-1593203754/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/all-about-the-benjamin-1593203754/#comments Tue, 30 Jun 2020 13:05:13 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/3a50e339-420e-5733-93d9-55995c764371 The Elevator's Cut false No 2757 41 full The Hanse-cast The Hanse-cast https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-hanse-cast/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-hanse-cast/#comments Wed, 10 Jun 2020 14:00:00 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/7fa8eea5-824e-589b-bf6e-76cc170d09f4 In this episode the guys social distance with Scott Hansen, long time WCC employee and fixture of the Iowa school board world. Scott shares with us his take on what is and is not new in the grain business, as well as sharing a few of his stories from the road. 

]]> In this episode the guys social distance with Scott Hansen, long time WCC employee and fixture of the Iowa school board world. Scott shares with us his take on what is and is not new in the grain business, as well as sharing a few of his stories from the road. 

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 2869 40 full What Even Is Ag Tech? What Even Is Ag Tech? https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/what-even-is-ag-tech/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/what-even-is-ag-tech/#comments Wed, 27 May 2020 13:55:53 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/5a36ea46-caef-55f3-8531-333dbd61c34b The guys hop on the line with Luke Swenson and Joe Solinger from Bushel to get learnt on how ag tech is being driven in the commercial grain business, all while adhering to proper social distancing guidelines. To learn more about how Bushel is helping the grain industry, please visit them at bushelpowered.com 

]]> The guys hop on the line with Luke Swenson and Joe Solinger from Bushel to get learnt on how ag tech is being driven in the commercial grain business, all while adhering to proper social distancing guidelines. To learn more about how Bushel is helping the grain industry, please visit them at bushelpowered.com 

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 1981 39 full PPP Primer and Business Loan Pro Tips PPP Primer and Business Loan Pro Tips https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/ppp-primer-and-business-loan-pro-tips/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/ppp-primer-and-business-loan-pro-tips/#comments Thu, 16 Apr 2020 13:01:12 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/8da3ddc6-5c9f-58b2-847f-e8c4a967bff6 We are joined once again by our compatriot Jeff Reardon to get a better grasp on what the Payroll Protection Program means for the grain business. Jeff also points out that just like buying and selling grain, when dealing with your lender everything is negotiable until you sign on the dotted line.

]]> We are joined once again by our compatriot Jeff Reardon to get a better grasp on what the Payroll Protection Program means for the grain business. Jeff also points out that just like buying and selling grain, when dealing with your lender everything is negotiable until you sign on the dotted line.

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 2088 38 full The Farmer's Cut The Farmer's Cut https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-farmers-cut/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-farmers-cut/#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2020 10:16:24 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/963b6d08-3d1d-52d9-95c6-9bd3f8081ae1 What does milo, popcorn, and a good understanding of farm marketing look like?  Two words: Adam. Baldwin.  Adam Baldwin (@iamyourfarmer) sits down with the guys to discuss the challenges of farm marketing and how he navigates basis and spreads as a farmer. He also discusses the key relationship with the grain elevator in his business and how they can best serve him in this time, including a discussion on elevator apps/websites. We also hear about his popcorn business he has started:  Papabaldys.com

]]> What does milo, popcorn, and a good understanding of farm marketing look like?  Two words: Adam. Baldwin.  Adam Baldwin (@iamyourfarmer) sits down with the guys to discuss the challenges of farm marketing and how he navigates basis and spreads as a farmer. He also discusses the key relationship with the grain elevator in his business and how they can best serve him in this time, including a discussion on elevator apps/websites. We also hear about his popcorn business he has started:  Papabaldys.com

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 2659 37 full Farm Marketing Meetings Farm Marketing Meetings https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/farm-marketing-meetings/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/farm-marketing-meetings/#comments Fri, 20 Mar 2020 11:56:17 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/3ea701aa-8c11-5f9c-b5e5-f62e9776ae1c The guys delve into farm marketing meetings.  Locations, size, content, and message.  What makes a great one and what gets results?  We share some memorable stories and experiences.  The good, the bad, and the ugly...

]]> The guys delve into farm marketing meetings.  Locations, size, content, and message.  What makes a great one and what gets results?  We share some memorable stories and experiences.  The good, the bad, and the ugly...

]]> The Elevator's Cut false No 2365 36 full 1 Year Anniversary Episode 1 Year Anniversary Episode https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/1-year-anniversary-episode-1582833691/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/1-year-anniversary-episode-1582833691/#comments Thu, 27 Feb 2020 14:01:31 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/4fc8612f-4e84-529d-ac71-e60f9f07853c We sit down to discuss what our first year of the show has been like with our most requested guest ever: Randy. He gives us the stats and pulls back the curtain on how the sausage is made. We also discuss ideas for the future on how to bring you, the listener, more of what you want.

]]> We sit down to discuss what our first year of the show has been like with our most requested guest ever: Randy. He gives us the stats and pulls back the curtain on how the sausage is made. We also discuss ideas for the future on how to bring you, the listener, more of what you want.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2105 35 full Spreads: The Revenge Spreads: The Revenge https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/spreads-the-revenge/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/spreads-the-revenge/#comments Thu, 13 Feb 2020 11:12:42 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e3a599b5-b6fa-562f-815b-3a6f7111b937 As promised, in this episode the guys revisit the topic of spreads.  Get your pencil and paper ready!

]]> As promised, in this episode the guys revisit the topic of spreads.  Get your pencil and paper ready!

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2360 34 full Live @ White Commercial's Master Management Conference Live @ White Commercial's Master Management Conference https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/live-white-commercials-master-management-conference/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/live-white-commercials-master-management-conference/#comments Tue, 28 Jan 2020 10:23:34 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/f054b5b6-b14a-5a10-abda-0852f62b1c40 Join the guys as they host this episode in front of a live "studio" audience, where they interview attendees of the annual Master Management Conference hosted by White Commercial Corporation ( WCC, our employer and one true sponsor ).  What makes the conference great?  Why do people come back year after year?  Does Randy think that WCC stands for "White Claw Convention"?  Find out on this week's episode!

]]> Join the guys as they host this episode in front of a live "studio" audience, where they interview attendees of the annual Master Management Conference hosted by White Commercial Corporation ( WCC, our employer and one true sponsor ).  What makes the conference great?  Why do people come back year after year?  Does Randy think that WCC stands for "White Claw Convention"?  Find out on this week's episode!

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 1888 33 full Grain Cheats Grain Cheats https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/grain-cheats/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/grain-cheats/#comments Wed, 08 Jan 2020 10:15:07 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/f5b01a1e-f2bb-57dd-890d-ed72d0227bdb What do frozen sump pump pipes, show pig tanning beds and accumulators have in common? More than you might realize. Join us as we delve into the details of some of the most remembered grain cheats of the 21st century. And you thought 2019's discount schedules were a rip off!

]]> What do frozen sump pump pipes, show pig tanning beds and accumulators have in common? More than you might realize. Join us as we delve into the details of some of the most remembered grain cheats of the 21st century. And you thought 2019's discount schedules were a rip off!

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2655 32 full Conference SZN Conference SZN https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/conference-szn/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/conference-szn/#comments Thu, 02 Jan 2020 10:22:07 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/cbc43007-d0fd-5410-89b5-a0c71f1a7fd2 Join the guys as they discuss their recent misadventures on the grain conference circuit.

]]> Join the guys as they discuss their recent misadventures on the grain conference circuit.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 1841 31 full Fall Basis 2019 Fall Basis 2019 https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/fall-basis-2019/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/fall-basis-2019/#comments Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:46:04 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/fall-basis-2019-b08ff312e719094c9f2e512ed45f1438 The guys delve into the latest corn and soybean basis patterns for this unique crop year. It's a discussion on harvest basis values at different spots around the country, how they have differed from previous years, why basis has acted this way this year, and what actions grain merchandisers should be taking right now and in the months to come.

]]> The guys delve into the latest corn and soybean basis patterns for this unique crop year. It's a discussion on harvest basis values at different spots around the country, how they have differed from previous years, why basis has acted this way this year, and what actions grain merchandisers should be taking right now and in the months to come.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2023 30 full The Grain Mafia The Grain Mafia https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-grain-mafia/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-grain-mafia/#comments Thu, 07 Nov 2019 14:52:33 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/the-grain-mafia-7435a8861c6e75e64f856779df0bcbe0 The Godfather, Tony Soprano, government statistic survey workers, that guy behind a trading screen in Chicago; what do these people have in common? Absolutely nothing. That is unless you're a social media tin hatter who believes in the Grain Mafia. Join us as we shed some light on this dark corner of the grain world.

TRIGGER WARNING: if you routinely participate in FB GMD proceed with caution!

]]> The Godfather, Tony Soprano, government statistic survey workers, that guy behind a trading screen in Chicago; what do these people have in common? Absolutely nothing. That is unless you're a social media tin hatter who believes in the Grain Mafia. Join us as we shed some light on this dark corner of the grain world.

TRIGGER WARNING: if you routinely participate in FB GMD proceed with caution!

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2028 29 full The Banker's Cut w/ Jeff Reardon (Part 2) The Banker's Cut w/ Jeff Reardon (Part 2) https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-bankers-cut-w-jeff-reardon-part-2/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-bankers-cut-w-jeff-reardon-part-2/#comments Thu, 24 Oct 2019 09:37:55 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/the-bankers-cut-w-jeff-reardon-part-2-a6b3257f099b194cbdae8c1b9777cf4e Listen in on Part 2 of our discussion with Jeff Reardon of White Commercial.  

]]> Listen in on Part 2 of our discussion with Jeff Reardon of White Commercial.  

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 1527 28 full The Banker's Cut w/ Jeff Reardon (Part 1) The Banker's Cut w/ Jeff Reardon (Part 1) https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-bankers-cut-w-jeff-reardon/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-bankers-cut-w-jeff-reardon/#comments Wed, 02 Oct 2019 14:09:48 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/the-bankers-cut-w-jeff-reardon-dbf2eb016919246c5e99a8119f294536 Paying homage to the time honored saying "It takes money to make money", in this first episode of a two part series we delve into the mind of the elevator's lender. Jeff Reardon helps us prove that there's more to your banker than dollar signs in their eyes, and that despite the potential challenges, a successful season depends on a successful financing relationship.

]]> Paying homage to the time honored saying "It takes money to make money", in this first episode of a two part series we delve into the mind of the elevator's lender. Jeff Reardon helps us prove that there's more to your banker than dollar signs in their eyes, and that despite the potential challenges, a successful season depends on a successful financing relationship.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 1843 27 full Harvest Marketing Alternatives Harvest Marketing Alternatives https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/harvest-marketing-alternatives/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/harvest-marketing-alternatives/#comments Thu, 12 Sep 2019 11:17:57 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/harvest-marketing-alternatives-7145305dcf6bd3200a7bc5e13e758092 Like sands through the hourglass, the days are drawing nigh for growers to take advantage of no-cost marketing alternatives for their 2019 fall crops. As an elevator, how do you both help farmers make wise decisions on cash flow & costs AND ensure your ability to generate suitable returns to your space? Delve with us to find out these answers and more!

]]> Like sands through the hourglass, the days are drawing nigh for growers to take advantage of no-cost marketing alternatives for their 2019 fall crops. As an elevator, how do you both help farmers make wise decisions on cash flow & costs AND ensure your ability to generate suitable returns to your space? Delve with us to find out these answers and more!

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2369 26 full Marketing Grain in the Trade War Era Marketing Grain in the Trade War Era https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/marketing-grain-in-the-trade-war-era/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/marketing-grain-in-the-trade-war-era/#comments Thu, 29 Aug 2019 12:44:37 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/marketing-grain-in-the-trade-war-era-56fa2e81b9bd6c4994999e8576c9320d On this episode, we sit down with Cullen Wilson of Dakota Plains Ag Center during the White Commercial Summer Conference. Cullen is lead originator and discusses his philosophy on origination and successful farm marketing as well as a new project he is working on as a resource for farmers in their marketing decisions.

https://grainmarketingstack.substack.com/subscribe

@cullenjwilson

www.dakotaplainsag.com

@DakotaPlainsAG

]]> On this episode, we sit down with Cullen Wilson of Dakota Plains Ag Center during the White Commercial Summer Conference. Cullen is lead originator and discusses his philosophy on origination and successful farm marketing as well as a new project he is working on as a resource for farmers in their marketing decisions.

https://grainmarketingstack.substack.com/subscribe

@cullenjwilson

www.dakotaplainsag.com

@DakotaPlainsAG

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2425 25 full A Broker, a G.M. and a Merchandiser walk into a Co-op... (Part 2) A Broker, a G.M. and a Merchandiser walk into a Co-op... (Part 2) https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/a-broker-a-gm-and-a-merchandiser-walk-into-a-co-op-part-2/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/a-broker-a-gm-and-a-merchandiser-walk-into-a-co-op-part-2/#comments Thu, 08 Aug 2019 09:49:49 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/a-broker-a-gm-and-a-merchandiser-walk-into-a-co-op-part-2-f11d1e79b244e1651762c25c65a3e837 A continuation of the conversation we had previously with Brice Elnicki of Producers Cooperative Association of Girard Kansas. 

]]> A continuation of the conversation we had previously with Brice Elnicki of Producers Cooperative Association of Girard Kansas. 

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2177 24 full A Broker, a G.M. and a Merchandiser walk into a Co-op... (Part 1) A Broker, a G.M. and a Merchandiser walk into a Co-op... (Part 1) https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/a-broker-a-gm-and-a-merchandiser-walk-into-a-co-op-part-1/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/a-broker-a-gm-and-a-merchandiser-walk-into-a-co-op-part-1/#comments Wed, 24 Jul 2019 14:52:15 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/a-broker-a-gm-and-a-merchandiser-walk-into-a-co-op-part-1-5aff2666573452fbb8b7b61769f37731 We sit down with our good friend and creator of the first ever iTunes review of TEC, Brice Elnicki of Producers Cooperative in Girard, KS. In this first of a two part interview, we listen as Brice shares his experiences at grain companies large and small, as well as learn the best practices for unloading railcars of cement. We may or may not have confused "biannual" with "biennial" during the course of the episode, so please, no hate mail.

]]> We sit down with our good friend and creator of the first ever iTunes review of TEC, Brice Elnicki of Producers Cooperative in Girard, KS. In this first of a two part interview, we listen as Brice shares his experiences at grain companies large and small, as well as learn the best practices for unloading railcars of cement. We may or may not have confused "biannual" with "biennial" during the course of the episode, so please, no hate mail.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2499 23 full Market Makers Market Makers https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/market-makers/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/market-makers/#comments Wed, 10 Jul 2019 12:04:19 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/market-makers-e978fb90573961b8f8cd0dc95c7a56ff Many of us in the grain business know that one of the functions of the futures market is price discovery. Lesser known, however, is that price discovery is also a function of the astute grain merchandiser. In this episode we shed some light on how the country elevator can make markets both upstream for the farmer and downstream for the end user, all while getting paid for doing so.

]]> Many of us in the grain business know that one of the functions of the futures market is price discovery. Lesser known, however, is that price discovery is also a function of the astute grain merchandiser. In this episode we shed some light on how the country elevator can make markets both upstream for the farmer and downstream for the end user, all while getting paid for doing so.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 1791 22 full Bad Spreading: Hedging in the Wrong Crop Year Bad Spreading: Hedging in the Wrong Crop Year https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/bad-spreading-hedging-in-the-wrong-crop-year/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/bad-spreading-hedging-in-the-wrong-crop-year/#comments Wed, 26 Jun 2019 13:43:46 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/bad-spreading-hedging-in-the-wrong-crop-year-dd13944d60dcfe09dc725bf53e99f634 Hedging in the wrong crop year is neither a new idea nor a good idea.  In this episode, the guys delve into why this concept is the latest zeitgeist of the grain world, as well as what risks it carries for all parties. 

]]> Hedging in the wrong crop year is neither a new idea nor a good idea.  In this episode, the guys delve into why this concept is the latest zeitgeist of the grain world, as well as what risks it carries for all parties. 

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2097 21 full Spreads Spreads https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/spreads-1558538831/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/spreads-1558538831/#comments Wed, 22 May 2019 10:27:11 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/spreads-1558538831-e488bc353a165be4163ef78ad9565e35 Spreads are notoriously confusing, but no longer!  Jason and Roger hash it out and go deep in this discussion on spreads and the like.

]]> Spreads are notoriously confusing, but no longer!  Jason and Roger hash it out and go deep in this discussion on spreads and the like.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2079 20 full Successful Farmer-Buyer Relationships Successful Farmer-Buyer Relationships https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/successful-farmer-buyer-relationships/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/successful-farmer-buyer-relationships/#comments Wed, 08 May 2019 10:25:09 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/successful-farmer-buyer-relationships-9e1ced7b585d615b938ea0e964cc6157 The guys sit down with Blake Early, founder and CEO of Agrihound to discuss the peculiar particularities of the interactions between farmer and buyer. If you'd like to learn more about Blake, his company or his grain contract education platform, we invite you to check out his website at agrihound.com.

]]> The guys sit down with Blake Early, founder and CEO of Agrihound to discuss the peculiar particularities of the interactions between farmer and buyer. If you'd like to learn more about Blake, his company or his grain contract education platform, we invite you to check out his website at agrihound.com.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2041 19 full CFTC, CME, HFT, WTH? CFTC, CME, HFT, WTH? https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/cftc-cme-hft-wth/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/cftc-cme-hft-wth/#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2019 11:38:42 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/cftc-cme-hft-wth-aae0723728aa8e38f8276ea6c997a216 In this episode, we rebut the standard views of basis trading and convergence offered by academia. We also discuss the expansion of High-Frequency and Algorithmic Trading and what it means to us in the actual grain trading business. As usual, we refuse to take ourselves as seriously as anyone in the categories mentioned above.

]]> In this episode, we rebut the standard views of basis trading and convergence offered by academia. We also discuss the expansion of High-Frequency and Algorithmic Trading and what it means to us in the actual grain trading business. As usual, we refuse to take ourselves as seriously as anyone in the categories mentioned above.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2211 18 full Full Basis Full Basis https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/full-basis/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/full-basis/#comments Mon, 08 Apr 2019 10:30:16 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/full-basis-e57fd548868516329c22cc6adce96f98 Just when you thought you couldn't win anymore basis, along comes the idea of "Full Basis". Join us as we discuss the finer points of how merchandisers actually DO (and DON'T) capture grain margins in the world of reality.

]]> Just when you thought you couldn't win anymore basis, along comes the idea of "Full Basis". Join us as we discuss the finer points of how merchandisers actually DO (and DON'T) capture grain margins in the world of reality.

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 1676 17 full The Ag Industry's Favorite 4 Letter Word The Ag Industry's Favorite 4 Letter Word https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-ag-industrys-favorite-4-letter-word/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/the-ag-industrys-favorite-4-letter-word/#comments Wed, 20 Mar 2019 14:30:43 -0500 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/the-ag-industrys-favorite-4-letter-word-c4dad57a4b36afc7072668141cae6907 What is the Ag industry's favorite four letter word?  Here's a hint... it starts with an "F"...  And it's probably not what you think!

]]> What is the Ag industry's favorite four letter word?  Here's a hint... it starts with an "F"...  And it's probably not what you think!

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2400 16 full Funny Stories with Industry Veteran - Scott Hardy - Part 2 Funny Stories with Industry Veteran - Scott Hardy - Part 2 https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/funny-stories-with-industry-veteran-scott-hardy-part-2/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/funny-stories-with-industry-veteran-scott-hardy-part-2/#comments Fri, 08 Mar 2019 12:45:12 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/funny-stories-with-industry-veteran-scott-hardy-part-2-57464bd1a4718932c47468209bcb9005 This is part 2 of our conversation with Scott Hardy, Grain Industry veteran.  Join us for more laughs and deep insights!

]]> This is part 2 of our conversation with Scott Hardy, Grain Industry veteran.  Join us for more laughs and deep insights!

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 2259 15 full Funny Stories with Industry Veteran - Scott Hardy - Part 1 Funny Stories with Industry Veteran - Scott Hardy - Part 1 https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/funny-stories-with-industry-veteran-scott-hardy-part-1/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/funny-stories-with-industry-veteran-scott-hardy-part-1/#comments Fri, 22 Feb 2019 09:25:29 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/funny-stories-with-industry-veteran-scott-hardy-part-1-ff2932674ec39271a4c046265dc9ba9a Our guest this week, Scott Hardy, an industry veteran.  Coincidentally, he's the man who brought Jason and Roger into the grain industry!  He shares some funny stories from his time in the industry, and brings us more than a few laughs!  

]]> Our guest this week, Scott Hardy, an industry veteran.  Coincidentally, he's the man who brought Jason and Roger into the grain industry!  He shares some funny stories from his time in the industry, and brings us more than a few laughs!  

]]> The Elevator’s Cut false No 1819 14 full Marketing a Grain Elevator with special guest Damian Mason Marketing a Grain Elevator with special guest Damian Mason https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/marketing-a-grain-elevator-with-special-guest-damian-mason/ https://theelevatorscut.podbean.com/e/marketing-a-grain-elevator-with-special-guest-damian-mason/#comments Thu, 07 Feb 2019 10:21:51 -0600 theelevatorscut.podbean.com/marketing-a-grain-elevator-with-special-guest-damian-mason-0996a4af3b048c49655b39c05693bb09 Today's guest is Damian Mason, a businessman, agriculturist, and host of The Business of Agriculture Podcast.  He was a guest speaker at White Commercial's 2019 Master Management Conference for grain elevators.  He sits down with us to discuss marketing from the perspective of grain elevator business owner  This episode is fast and fun!

Subscribe to his podcast here:  The Business of Agriculture Podcast

Learn More about Damian Mason here: https://www.damianmason.com/

 

 

]]> Today's guest is Damian Mason, a businessman, agriculturist, and host of The Business of Agriculture Podcast.  He was a guest speaker at White Commercial's 2019 Master Management Conference for grain elevators.  He sits down with us to discuss marketing from the perspective of grain elevator business owner  This episode is fast and fun!

Subscribe to his podcast here:  The Business of Agriculture Podcast

Learn More about Damian Mason here: https://www.damianmason.com/

 

 

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