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BARCHART’S GRAIN
MERCHANDISING & TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE

SEPTEMBER 8-10, 2024
ORLANDO, FL
Orlando World Center Marriott

ABOUT

Barchart’s Grain Merchandising and Technology Conference is back and this year we’re headed to Orlando, Florida! Join Barchart in the Sunshine State for an exciting, informative and engaging 3-day event! Grain merchandisers, originators, general managers, and other buyers of grain from across the US and internationally will converge to exchange ideas, build connections, and explore cutting-edge workflows for grain merchandising and origination. Dive into discussions covering topics such as hedging, artificial intelligence, ERP connectivity, CRM tools, and more!

What sets our conference apart? We're all about fostering meaningful connections with grain professionals in the most fun and unique way possible! Make the most of what our conference has in store for you, including:

  • Pre-Conference Meet & Greet Sunday Afternoon at the Pool (Sponsor Cabanas)
  • Numerous Panels and Discussions on Commodity Data, Technology & Workflows
  • The Latest Commodity Market Discussions from Leading Experts
  • Small Breakout Sessions on Key Topics Impacting the Grain and Oilseed Industries
  • cmdtyView, Marketplace, Hedging and Related Software Demos
  • 2024 Hedge Awards Ceremony
  • cmdtyView Classic Charity Golf Outing
  • Networking in the Exhibit Hall
  • On-Site Restaurants, Golf Course, Jogging Path, Pools and Waterpark
  • Excellent Room Rates Before, During & After the Conference
  • Check out the resort video - Only 20 minutes from the airport!

Platinum Sponsor

Cultura Technologies
AgVision
Greenstone Systems
Solentra

Gold Sponsor

AgTrax

Silver Sponsors

ADM Investor Services
AgMarket.Net
Amazon Web Services
CQG
EFC Systems by Ever.Ag
Hrvyst
IL Soybean Association
iRely
Miami International Holdings, Inc.
MID-CO Commodities
MID-CO Commodities

Media Sponsors

Farm Progress
Feed & Grain

CONFERENCE AGENDA

Day 1

September 8, 2024

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Poolside Meet & Greet - Welcome to Orlando!

Soak up some sun and swim up to our outdoor exhibit hall during our pre-conference meet & greet at the pool! Order a drink, meet with our Platinum and Gold sponsors and mingle with fellow attendees in our privately reserved cabanas for a fun conference kickoff!

4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Unlock the Power of cmdtyView: A Comprehensive Training Session

Discover the power of cmdtyView, Barchart’s flagship market intelligence, analysis, and risk management platform tailored for commodity merchandisers, traders, brokers, and analysts. This session will showcase cmdtyView’s seamless integration with Barchart’s Marketplace Apps, designed to streamline operations for agribusinesses and producers, covering everything from bid posting to eSign contract signing.

Here's what we'll be covering:

  • cmdtyView 101: Get acquainted with cmdtyView's core features, create and customize a workspace, link and manage charts, utilize available content, and explore shortcuts to enhance your experience.
  • Trading: Learn how to link your trading account, place trades with step-by-step guidance, use the DOM Trader to assess market depth, and explore options trading features and strategies.
  • Bid Management: Learn how to use cmdtyView to update bids and synchronize them with other services, and gain insights into managing offers efficiently within the platform.
  • International Datasets: Discover how to find and utilize international datasets to inform your market strategies, and gain tips and tricks for navigating and analyzing international data effectively.

After the training session, pull up to one of our demo stations for personalized, one-on-one Q&A opportunities with cmdtyView experts.

Justin Nuss
Justin Nuss
Barchart
Mike Gerot
Mike Gerot
Barchart
Ashley Koenig
Ashley Koenig
Barchart
Cody Gerlach
Cody Gerlach
Barchart
Fernando Berardo
Fernando Berardo
Barchart
Mark O'Riley
Mark O'Riley
Barchart

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Opening Night Cocktail Reception and Dinner

Join Barchart and other attendees for an opening night cocktail reception and dinner on the pool lawn. Enjoy dinner, cocktails and networking as we set the stage for an exciting conference!

Day 2

September 9, 2024

8:00 am - 9:00 am Registration, Breakfast and Networking in the Exhibit Hall

Start your day on the right foot at the Orlando World Center Marriott with breakfast inside the exhibit hall. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit sponsor booths and network with other conference attendees before the content portion of the event begins.

9:00 am - 9:10 am Welcome to Barchart’s Grain Merchandising & Technology Conference

Hear from Barchart CEO Mark Haraburda, as he welcomes attendees to Orlando for Barchart’s Grain Merchandising & Technology Conference.

Mark Haraburda
Mark Haraburda
Barchart

9:10 am - 10:00 am Technology and Workflow Solutions for Agribusinesses

Experience the daily operations of a grain merchandiser leveraging Barchart’s technology and workflow solutions to optimize their agribusiness. This session will highlight how our tools enable improved decision-making, streamline tasks, and enhance producer relationships. Attendees will enjoy a live look at our latest solutions, featuring comprehensive demonstrations from Barchart experts. Discover how our cutting-edge technology can boost efficiency, increase productivity, and advance your agribusiness!

Andrew Ward
Andrew Ward
Barchart
Ashley Koenig
Ashley Koenig
Barchart
Cody Gerlach
Cody Gerlach
Barchart
Justin Nuss
Justin Nuss
Barchart
Mark O'Riley
Mark O'Riley
Barchart

10:00 am - 10:30 am Coffee Break

Recharge with some caffeine in the Exhibit Hall with a mid-morning coffee break where you can meet with sponsors and other attendees.

10:30 am - 11:30 am Exploring the Global Landscape of Grain

Step into the dynamic world of global grain! Our esteemed panel of market analysts, representing pivotal agricultural regions such as the United States, Brazil, Europe, and Australia, come together to explore the intricacies of the international grain market. Delving beyond market trends and forecasts, our panelists will dive into pressing questions, such as the barriers impeding US grain exports and the impact of foreign policy on domestic markets. Through an international lens, our panelists will provide attendees with insights and lessons around the challenges and opportunities currently happening within the global grain arena.

Darin Newsom
Darin Newsom
Barchart (moderator)
Mark Soderberg
Mark Soderberg
ADMIS
Jeff McPike
Jeff McPike
Waseda Commodities
José Rossato
José Rossato
Coplana

11:30 am - 12:15 pm Adapting Amidst Change: Insights from Grain Merchandisers

A panel of grain merchandisers will take center stage to offer a deep dive into the dynamic landscape of agriculture. Drawing from their wealth of experience, these panelists will dissect the shifting landscape of agriculture, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities facing today's agribusinesses, including how they harness the power of technology to stay ahead of the curve.

Mike Hogan
Mike Hogan
CGB (moderator)
Matt Morog
Matt Morog
Central Farmers Cooperative
Jacey Edlin
Jacey Edlin
New Vision Co-op
Bart Moseman
Bart Moseman
Legacy Cooperative

12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch, Demos and Networking in the Exhibit Hall

We’ll take a midday break for lunch, plus networking inside the Exhibit Hall. Attendees may also use this time to demo Barchart’s flagship commodity trading and analytics platform cmdtyView. Stop by the Barchart table to get a one-on-one look into our workflow solutions built specifically for agribusinesses.

1:15 pm - 1:30 pm Perspectives and Opportunities for the Brazilian Agribusiness

Explore how current trends, such as population growth, urbanization, and the energy transition, could create abundant opportunities for Brazilian producers in the coming decades.

Tomás Pernías
Tomás Pernías
Market Intelligence Analyst, StoneX Brasil

1:30 pm - 1:45 pm Trading on Attributes - What Can We Solve Together Leveraging Data-Enriched Commodities (DEC)

Dale Jefferson
Dale Jefferson
Cultura

1:45 pm - 2:30 pm Leveraging Market Data to Cultivate Risk Management Strategies

Join us for an insightful panel discussion on how market data is revolutionizing risk management strategies in agriculture. With farm advisors increasingly relying on data-driven approaches to model and mitigate risk, our expert panelists will delve into the evolving landscape of farmer risk management. Whether you're a seasoned professional or newcomer to the field, this session will give you the opportunity to hear valuable insights from industry leaders as they share their experiences, challenges, and successes in leveraging market data to drive informed decision-making.

Andrew Ward
Andrew Ward
Barchart
Jeff Fichtelman
Jeff Fichtelman
InteractiveAg
Alexander Regnault
Alexander Regnault
RadarRadar
Eric Honeycutt
Eric Honeycutt
Syngenta

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Coffee Break

Recharge with some caffeine in the Exhibit Hall with a mid-afternoon coffee break where you can meet with sponsors and other attendees.

3:00 pm - 3:45 pm Breakout Sessions

Choose your track! Attend one 45-minute breakout session of your choice to gain valuable insights, connect with other grain professionals, and dive deep into the topics that interest you the most.

Breakout Session #1: 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm | Elevating IT Operations: Strategies for Modern Agribusinesses

This breakout session will delve into strategies and best practices aimed at optimizing agribusinesses IT operations for enhanced efficiency and business continuity. From streamlining workflows to leveraging advanced technologies, our speakers will share insights to empower organizations in navigating the complexities of modern IT landscapes. Additionally, attendees will explore cybersecurity measures to ensure data protection and operational resilience from cyber threats. This breakout session promises valuable insights to drive innovation and excellence in your agribusinesses IT operations.

Karen Hildebrand
Karen Hildebrand
AWS

Breakout Session #2: 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm | Optimizing Your Agricultural Operations with Enhanced Yield Forecasts

Join Barchart and Planet Labs for an engaging session on the latest enhancements to Barchart’s yield forecast model using Planet’s high-resolution satellite data. Explore how this integration provides daily updates and precise measurements of soil conditions and yields for US corn and soybeans, accessible via API or cmdtyView. This session will highlight the benefits of improved data accuracy at national, state, and county levels, filling the gap left by the USDA's discontinued county-level services. This breakout session will help attendees gain valuable insights into how this enhanced model can optimize your agricultural operations and decision-making processes.

William Osnato
William Osnato
Barchart
Tim Harwood
Tim Harwood
Planet Labs

3:45 pm - 6:00 pm Break

Attendees can use this time to break prior to our 2024 Hedge Awards Ceremony and Reception.

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Hedge Awards Ceremony, Dinner & Reception

Join us for the 2024 Hedge Awards and Dinner. Enjoy an exciting evening of entertainment, networking, dinner and award recognitions! The awards ceremony will cover 4 nominations, including Grain Merchandiser of the Year, Agribusiness of the Year, Lifetime Achievement Award and “Connect” Agribusiness of the Year. Good luck!

Day 3

September 10, 2024

8:00 am - 2:00 pm Barchart’s cmdtyView Classic Charity Golf Outing

Join us for the cmdtyView Classic Charity Golf Outing at the Orlando World Center Marriott‘s 18-hole championship golf course. *Please note that a separate registration and fee is required for the golf tournament. Limited spots will be available.

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Lunch and cmdtyView Training Session

If you missed Sunday’s training, don't worry—there's another session available on Tuesday, right after the golf outing!

Discover the power of cmdtyView, Barchart’s flagship market intelligence, analysis, and risk management platform tailored for commodity merchandisers, traders, brokers, and analysts. This session will showcase cmdtyView’s seamless integration with Barchart’s Marketplace Apps, designed to streamline operations for agribusinesses and producers, covering everything from bid posting to eSign contract signing.

Here's what we'll be covering:

  • cmdtyView 101: Get acquainted with cmdtyView's core features, create and customize a workspace, link and manage charts, utilize available content, and explore shortcuts to enhance your experience.
  • Trading: Learn how to link your trading account, place trades with step-by-step guidance, use the DOM Trader to assess market depth, and explore options trading features and strategies.
  • Bid Management: Learn how to use cmdtyView to update bids and synchronize them with other services, and gain insights into managing offers efficiently within the platform.
  • International Datasets: Discover how to find and utilize international datasets to inform your market strategies, and gain tips and tricks for navigating and analyzing international data effectively.

After the training session, pull up to one of our demo stations for personalized, one-on-one Q&A opportunities with cmdtyView experts.

Justin Nuss
Justin Nuss
Barchart
Mike Gerot
Mike Gerot
Barchart
Ashley Koenig
Ashley Koenig
Barchart
Cody Gerlach
Cody Gerlach
Barchart
Fernando Berardo
Fernando Berardo
Barchart
Mark O'Riley
Mark O'Riley
Barchart

WHY ATTEND?

Here’s what to expect at Barchart’s Grain Merchandising & Technology Conference:

  • An opening night reception and dinner
  • Panels and in-depth discussions on grain merchandising workflows, including offer management, hedging, grain accounting, producer relationship management, market data and analytics.
  • Discussions around the latest trends and developments in North American and global grain markets.
  • Technology demonstrations and training sessions.
  • The 2024 Hedge Awards and dinner.
  • Significant exposure for sponsors, including pre-event, post-event and on-site.
  • And of course tons of networking with peers throughout the grain and commodity industries, including breakfasts, lunches, dinners and exhibit hall.

ATTENDEES

  • Ag Advisory Firms
  • Ag Lenders
  • Ag Media
  • Brokers & Traders
  • Commodity Software
  • Crop Insurance
  • Grain Accounting
  • Grain Elevators
  • Exchanges
  • Farmers
  • Farm Management
  • Freight
  • Grain Originators
  • Merchandisers
  • Processors
  • Risk Management
  • Technology Providers
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