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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.

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.

From a bright, sunny day in July to a cold, snowy day in January, Thomas Zerebny has always been fascinated by the ever-changing weather conditions across the world. In 2008, he graduated from Northern Illinois University with a B.S. in Geography. His first summer out of college was spent in the beautiful interior of Alaska working as a soil scientist for the Salcha-Delta Soil and Water Conservation District. He is currently employed by Crop-Tech Consulting, Inc., where he’s able to blend his passions for both soil and meteorology. Although his career in soil keeps him “grounded,” Thomas continues to keep an eye to the sky as a licensed amateur radio operator with the McLean County Amateur Radio Emergency Service. When he’s not working, you can usually find this avid angler on the water searching for the next big catch.

The Dairy Life: helping family-owned dairy farms improve their production, success and their bottom line.

Kip Cullers is known for his bin-busting soybean yields. The Purdy, Mo., farmer is traveling with Farm Journal Field Agronomist Ken Ferrie and Farm Journal Machinery Editor Margy Fischer to Brazil to learn more about the country’s soybean production.

The HungerU tour is headed down the East Coast this fall with a fast-paced tour schedule of 16 major colleges and universities. HungerU features a large electronic, interactive mobile exhibit.The HungerU Staff bring you updates from the road.

Here’s your chance to share a photo of your favorite tractor. Show us your fresh-off-the-line, right-out-of-the-field or classic antique tractors. Join the fun and participate by simply e-mailing your photos and caption information to TailgateTalk@farmjournal.com.

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.

Meghan joined Pro Farmer in June 2011 as a reporter in training for the role of Washington editor. Prior to joining the Pro Farmer team, Meghan worked as an editor at Stocks, Futures and Options (SFO) magazine. During her time there she gained her Series 3 license from the National Futures Association. She is a 2009 Summa Cum Laude graduate of Wartburg College (Waverly, IA) with Bachelor of Arts degrees in English and writing. At Pro Farmer, Meghan writes many of the daily market commentaries in addition to website news stories. She also compiles the quarterly Washington Report and the annual Tax Report. Meghan was born and raised in northwest Iowa near the small, rural community of LuVerne. Her family operates a grain and cattle (formerly dairy) farm and her mom’s side of the family raises grain and hogs.