Farm Marketing Plans: How to Hit Above-Average Prices & Maximize Profits in 2024
Every farmer knows the frustration of watching grain prices plummet just as harvest rolls around. You’ve spent months nurturing your crop—planting, scouting, spraying, and praying for rain—only to sell at the lowest prices of the year. But what if you could consistently beat the average market price instead of just hoping for the best? That’s where a strategic farm marketing plan comes in.
In this guide, we’ll break down the proven tactics used by top producers to lock in profitable prices before, during, and after harvest. We’ll cover:
- Why most farmers leave money on the table (and how to avoid it)
- The 2024/2025 marketing plan that helped farmers hit above-average prices in 2023
- When to sell ahead, when to hold, and when to avoid the market entirely
- Real-world examples of price rallies, contract spreads, and resistance levels that signal selling opportunities
- Step-by-step actions you can take today to start implementing a smarter strategy
By the end, you’ll have a clear, actionable plan to stop guessing and start selling smarter—not harder.