The Crop Science Podcast Show - Jonathan LaPorte: Grain Market Trends | Ep. 105
Dec 16, 2025In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Jonathan LaPorte, Farm Business Management Educator at Michigan State University Extension, explains how growers can better navigate commodity market volatility. He outlines current market trends, shares crop pricing strategies, and breaks down the role of crop insurance in risk mitigation. Gain practical tips to strengthen your marketing plan. Listen now on all major platforms!
What will you learn:
- Commodity market updates
- Crop pricing strategies
- Risk management tools
- Global trade pressures
- Marketing plan structures
Meet the guest:
Jonathan LaPorte serves as a Farm Business Management Educator with Michigan State University Extension. With experience ranging from USDA lending to agronomy sales, his work focuses on production economics, commodity marketing, and risk management strategies for the crop industry.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn
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