What are cash grain bids near me today?

Cash grain bids are the prices grain elevators near you will pay today for corn, soybeans, or wheat delivered to their facility. Enter your US ZIP code on AGSIST to see every reporting elevator within 25-250 miles, including Alcivia, Big Gain, Kasbeer Farmers Elevator, Cooper Grain, Meyer Brothers, and Highland Grain Growers.

Which elevator is really the best deal after fuel costs?

The highest cash price is not always the best deal. Use AGSIST's free Worth the Drive calculator - enter your load size and per-mile trucking cost and it ranks every elevator by net revenue after fuel, showing exactly which elevator puts the most money in your pocket.

Basis is the difference between the local cash price and the nearby CME futures contract. A basis of -30 means the elevator pays 30 cents below futures. Stronger (less negative) basis signals more local demand.

Is AGSIST cash bids free?

Yes. Cash bids are available at no charge with no account or subscription required. AGSIST is built by Farmers First Agri Service for corn, soybean, and grain producers across the US Corn Belt.

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Q: How often are cash grain bids updated?

Cash bids on AGSIST are fetched live from Barchart OnDemand each time you search. During CME trading hours (weekdays 8:30 AM-1:20 PM CT) they reflect the latest posted bids from participating elevators.

Q: Which grain elevators are covered?

Coverage includes Alcivia, Big Gain Cooperative, Kasbeer Farmers Elevator, Cooper Grain, Meyer Brothers Grain, Northside Elevator, Highland Grain Growers, and hundreds more across the Corn Belt, Great Plains, and Mississippi Delta.

Enter your ZIP code to see live cash prices and basis at every elevator near you — then use our free Worth the Drive tool to find which one actually nets you the most after fuel.

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Find Elevators Near You

Enter your ZIP code above — or allow location access — to see live cash bids from grain elevators near your farm.

Understanding Cash Grain Prices & Basis

What Is Basis?

Basis is the gap between your local cash price and the CME futures price. A basis of −30¢ means the elevator pays 30 cents below futures. Stronger (less negative) basis = more local demand.

Why Basis Matters More Than You Think

A 5-cent swing in basis on a 10,000 bu corn load is $500. Check multiple elevators before every delivery — don’t go to the same place out of habit.

Worth the Drive — How It Works

Enter your load in bushels and your cost per mile driven. AGSIST calculates gross revenue at every elevator, subtracts round-trip fuel (2× one-way distance × your rate), and ranks by net revenue.

Elevators Covered

Alcivia, Big Gain Cooperative, Kasbeer Farmers Elevator, Cooper Grain, Meyer Brothers Grain, Northside Elevator, Highland Grain Growers, and hundreds more across the Corn Belt, Great Plains, and Delta.

Cash Grain Bids — Questions Farmers Ask

What are cash grain bids and how are they set?

Cash bids are the prices grain elevators will pay you today for corn, soybeans, or wheat delivered to their facility. They’re set by adding or subtracting a basis from the nearby CME futures contract. The elevator adjusts basis based on local supply, storage availability, and demand from nearby ethanol plants, processors, or export terminals.

How do I know which elevator is really the best deal?

Use the Worth the Drive calculator on this page. Enter your load size in bushels and your cost per mile driven. AGSIST calculates net revenue at every elevator — not just raw price — and ranks them. The #1 result puts the most money in your bank account on that load.

What is a good basis for corn or soybeans?

In the Corn Belt, corn basis of −20¢ to −5¢ under futures is generally considered strong. Soybean basis of −30¢ to −10¢ is typical in a normal year. Basis tends to strengthen heading into spring as old-crop demand picks up, and weaken at harvest when elevators are full. Always compare multiple elevators before selling.

When is the best time to sell grain?

There’s no single right answer — it depends on your cost of production, storage costs, and market conditions. Spring (March–May) often sees stronger basis as demand picks up before the new crop. Selling at harvest when every elevator is full typically means the weakest basis.

How often are cash grain bids updated on AGSIST?

Bids are fetched live from Barchart OnDemand each time you search. During CME market hours (weekdays, approximately 8:30 AM–1:20 PM CT), they reflect the latest posted bids from participating elevators. Tap Search again before you make a delivery decision to get the freshest prices.

Is AGSIST free? Do I need an account?

No account or subscription required. Cash bids are available at no charge. AGSIST is built by Farmers First Agri Service for corn, soybean, and grain producers across the US Corn Belt.