Virtually all of domestic grain production comes to the market during the two month time frame of harvest. Unfortunately, demand occurs throughout all twelve months of the year. Buying grain during non-harvest periods of the year can be a difficult task. Every day, FCStone utilizes innovative origination tools to assist thousands of commercial organizations source their grain needs.
FCStone has been involved in the grain industry for almost 30 years. Our grassroots-based foundation has given our consultants unparalleled knowledge on carrying charges, basis levels, and historical seasonal price trends. This expertise establishes a comfort in originating grain in almost any marketing environment.
FCStone constantly designs new programs to procure corn based on sound risk management concepts. We work closely with commercial grain elevators, livestock feeders, ethanol plants, and other end users to minimize commodity risk and maximize margins. Our risk management structures include exchange traded futures and options, over-the-counter derivative products, and farmer-oriented cash contracts. These products are used to offer a customized risk management portfolio for our grain customers.
