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North American Trading & Logistics focuses on market timing, forward buying and formula pricing of cash commodities. Our actions are thoroughly researched and based on probabilities. An invaluable resource that works within a client’s supply chain, our goal is to provide clients with strategies that effectively convert inventory and commodity volatility into increased savings and earnings.

Greg Wagner is president of GWX – Ag Advisors and for over 25 years he has specialized in research, analysis, and providing comprehensive advice for agricultural producers and end-users, specifically tailored to their marketing and risk management needs. GWX Ag Advisors integrates fundamental and technical analysis, combined with a depth of historic perspective in agricultural markets in advancing the decision making process. His perspectives on agricultural markets have been extensively featured in print and broadcast media - both in the U.S. and internationally. Print media has included: The Associated Press, Wall Street Journal, Barron’s, Bloomberg, Reuters, Financial Times of London, Futures Magazine, Der Spiegel Magazine (Germany), Nikkei News of Japan, and the India Times. For several years, Greg has appeared as a select member of “The Team” for US Farm Report and AgDay, contributing insight and analysis of the agricultural markets. His broadcasted market commentary has included: CNBC, Sky-TV of Australia, Bloomberg News, and China’s Xinhua News program. Greg appeared in the acclaimed land market documentary series “The City Underground” on international financial markets produced by the BBC, providing insight into the function of agricultural futures markets. He is a regular contributor to the CME Group’s Daily Grain Market Comments, as well as an expert panelist for CME Group’s post-crop report press briefings. GWX Ag Advisors has extensive experience conducting presentations and educational seminars to local, state, national and international agricultural groups and financial institutions. Depth of knowledge, ample institutional experience, and professionalism characterize GWX – Ag Advisors partnership with the agri-business community. For further information, please contact: Greg Wagner GWX - Ag Advisors Office: 1-888-247-8751 Mobile: 1-708-288-8055 email: gwxag@comcast.net

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Margaret Winsryg is a technical support specialist with Calibrate® Technology. Margaret holds a Bachelor’s Degree in animal health science, a Master’s Degree in ruminant nutrition from the University of Arizona, and a Ph.D. in animal science nutrition from Utah State University.

Tony Marcucci Tony Marcucci graduated from Central Michigan University with a Major in Finance. Tony began his career in the commodity markets as a grain trader for his own account trading his own money; this is where he learned his techniques in the markets that he uses today. Soon after he started working with producers on the hedge and speculative side of trading. He has producers from around the country that he gets a lot of his information from. His clients are able to focus on what they do best, and he can focus on the markets for them. Take a second to contact Tony today and hear what he has to say about the markets, toll free 800-993-5449 or direct 312-373-4873. You may also contact Tony at tmarcucci@walshtrading.com.

Principal at Gulley & Associates LLC

Chris Galen is the Senior Vice President of Communications for the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) in Arlington, VA. Since 1997, Galen has helped develop and disseminate NMPF’s communications on issues as diverse as economic policy, environmental, food safety and animal health regulations, and international trade. He edits NMPF’s publications, oversees the content of its website, and serves as spokesman for the group with the news media and the public. Prior to working at NMPF, Galen worked for two members of Congress, the White House, and another food industry trade association. He also worked as a television anchor and reporter in his native Midwest. Chris attended college at the University of Nebraska, where he majored in journalism. He has a wife and kids. The opinions in this blog, On the Udder Hand, are Galen’s alone.

Jason Gehler is the Vice President and Senior market Advisor for Hedge Plus, a small farm marketing firm located in Jackson, Wiscosin. Jason is the author of the company’s weekly report, which provides analysis about what’s happening in the corn, soybean and wheat markets. Hedge Plus works with hundreds of farmers throughout the Midwest, helping them make better cash sales while also using all of the hedging tools available to help them improve their bottom line. Jason graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 2005 with a degree in agricultural business management and has been working with Patrick Hayes, President of Hedge Plus, for close to three years. For any questions or comments or to find out about how Hedge Plus can help you, call us at 1-866-677-0306.

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