Resources for Sellers
SoyIllinois Resource Guide
This PDF file includes listings for processors, transportation, crop handlers and dealers.
IL Soy Bids Mobile App
Fully funded by the Illinois soybean checkoff, IL Soy Bids provides futures prices, current cash prices at the five elevators closest to the farmer's zip code, as well as a listing of additional apps soybean farmers may find useful in managing their operations. IL Soy Bids is free for web-enabled mobile phones and smart phones, including iPhones, Blackberries and Androids.
United States Soybean Export Council (USSEC)
USSEC operates in over 80 countries through its ten overseas offices. The organization is a dynamic partnership of key stakeholders representing soybean producers, shippers, merchandisers, allied agribusinesses and agricultural organizations.
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Trade and International Marketing Resources
The USDA Trade and International Resources website offers a number of reports and documents to help buyers and sellers learn about trade, market outlooks and world agriculture supply and demand estimates.
USDA Foreign Ag Service (FAS)
The USDA FAS is charged with providing assistance to buyers and sellers of U.S. agricultural products. Several programs provide funding for technical assistance, market research, consumer promotions, trade servicing and educational seminars.
Chicago Mercantile Exchange
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange is home to the Chicago Board of Trade -- the trading arm for agricultural commodities. View soybean-specific exchange information here.
How The Global Oilseed and Grain Trade Works
This publication provides an overview of the soybean industry, including sections on soybean trade, transportation and end users.
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