Are We Headed Down the Same Path as 2013?? | Guest: John De Pape

Join Ryan on Episode 94 of the What The Futures Podcast as he sits down with industry veteran John De Pape to discuss canola strategies, comparisons to 2013, and crop marketing tactics. This episode covers the current hectic pace of farm operations, record-breaking yields, and the importance of balancing futures and basis. Learn about the nuances of using call options instead of traditional target orders and get insights into John's latest project, The Trading Floor. Plus, hear real-time updates and voicemail from farmers about their harvest progress. Don't miss this comprehensive guide to better farming decisions and strategies! 00:00 Special Guest Introduction: John De Pape 00:25 Welcome to Episode 94 00:53 Harvest Updates and Farm Life 04:19 Crop Marketing Insights 12:46 Listener Interactions and Feedback 18:20 Introducing John De Pape and The Trading Floor 38:42 Infrastructure and Basis Levels in 2013 vs. Now 41:04 Strategies for Managing Basis and Spreads 49:18 Writing Call Options for Canola 56:59 Combining Technology and Efficiency 59:59 Harvest Photo Contest and Prizes 01:01:49 Crop Marketing Plan and Financial Goals 01:07:36 Grain Deals and Quality Management 01:09:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts