The Market Outlook Seminar is set to take place on March 13th at Lavender Crest Winery in Colona, attracting attention from the local agricultural community. Joe Camp of CommStock Investments will be the keynote speaker, providing insights into market trends and strategies. In addition to Camp’s presentation, Tom Parchert will deliver a local grain market update, ensuring attendees receive comprehensive information. Organized by local Farm Bureaus, the seminar promises an evening of valuable discussion, with dinner included. Interested parties must secure their places by making reservations by March 6th. This event is a significant opportunity for local farmers and investors. The final seminar for the 2024-2025 series will be on Tuesday, July 1st, featuring Chip Nellinger from Blue Reef Agri-Marketing.
The cost for the series is $90, and a single session is $35 (if not pre-registered, the cost will be $40). To make reservations, please call the Henry County Farm Bureau at 309-937-2411, the Rock Island County Farm Bureau at 309-736-7432, or the Mercer County Farm Bureau at 309-582-5116.
Joe Camp is a broker at CommStock Investments and assists grain and livestock farmers across the Midwest. Joe earned a master’s degree in economics at Eastern Illinois University and is a graduate of the Illinois Agricultural Leadership Program. He lives in central Illinois with his wife and son.
The Market Outlook Seminar Series is sponsored by the Henry, Rock Island, and Mercer County Farm Bureau Marketing Committees in conjunction with: Gold Star FS, COUNTRY Financial, BankORION, COUNTRY Crop Insurance, Central Bank, Compeer Financial, Big River Resources, River Valley Cooperative, Wyffels Hybrids, Hertz Farm Management, and Blackhawk Bank & Trust.