Business Details
14 Years
experience
Trusted Agricultural Consultants in Ruthven, Iowa
At Strategic Agri Marketing, we are dedicated to empowering agricultural producers through expert risk management and tailored marketing strategies. Our team of seasoned professionals brings over 30 years of combined experience in the grain and commodity sectors, ensuring clients receive informed, localized insights. We prioritize the unique needs of each operation, developing customized solutions that align with individual risk tolerance and financial goals. Our commitment to one-on-one service ensures producers navigate today's complex farming environment with confidence. As NFA-registered commodity brokers, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and transparency.With deep roots in agriculture, our co-owners Dan Knaak and Todd Gonnerman combine hands-on farming experience with specialized expertise in commodity consulting. We focus on enhancing your bottom line through strategic decision-making and comprehensive market analysis. Our approach emphasizes long-term sustainability, helping clients build resilience in volatile markets. Backed by rigorous industry knowledge and a dedication to client success, we serve as trusted partners in agricultural growth and stability. Transparency and integrity guide every recommendation, ensuring clients make informed decisions aligned with their operational objectives.
Services
Risk Management Consulting
Commodity Marketing Strategies
Local Cash Grain Analysis
Agricultural Consulting
Producer Education
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of combined experience in agricultural risk management.
- Our team provides personalized one-on-one commodity consulting services.
- We specialize in localized cash grain market analysis and strategies.
- Our co-owners hold Series-3 licensed commodities broker certifications.
- We operate as NFA-registered Introducing Brokers with strict compliance standards.
Associations and certifications
- National Futures Association (NFA)
Services
Risk Management Consulting
Our risk management consulting helps agricultural producers navigate market volatility through customized strategies. We analyze individual operational needs to develop tailored risk mitigation plans. With experienced professionals guiding decisions, clients receive actionable recommendations to protect and grow their investments.
Commodity Marketing Strategies
We create data-driven marketing strategies that maximize returns on grain production. Our approach combines market analysis with producer-specific goals to optimize timing and pricing decisions. This service helps farmers capitalize on market opportunities while managing downside risks effectively.
Local Cash Grain Analysis
Our localized cash grain analysis provides producers with hyper-relevant market intelligence. By focusing on regional supply-demand dynamics and transportation logistics, we help clients make informed selling decisions that enhance profitability through location-specific advantages.
Agricultural Consulting
We offer comprehensive agricultural consulting covering production planning, financial risk assessment, and market positioning. Our consultants combine farming experience with market expertise to deliver practical solutions that improve operational efficiency and long-term sustainability for diverse agricultural operations.
Producer Education
Our producer education programs cover commodity trading fundamentals, risk management techniques, and market analysis methods. Through personalized training sessions, we equip farmers with essential knowledge to make informed decisions in complex agricultural markets while building long-term strategic capabilities.
People
Dan Knaak
Co-Owner
Dan Knaak, a Series-3 licensed broker, brings 20+ years of agricultural experience from agronomy and commodity consulting. He graduated from Southwest State University with an agribusiness degree and combines field experience with market expertise to serve producers.
Todd Gonnerman
Co-Owner
Todd Gonnerman, a Series-3 licensed commodities broker, has 15+ years of risk management experience in commercial agriculture. Growing up on an Iowa farm, he combines firsthand production knowledge with professional expertise to develop effective marketing strategies for producers.
Questions
What services does Strategic Agri Marketing offer?
We provide risk management consulting, commodity marketing strategies, and localized cash grain analysis tailored to individual agricultural operations.
How does your risk management approach benefit producers?
Our customized strategies consider each farm's unique risk tolerance and financial situation to optimize profitability in volatile markets.
What experience does your team have?
Our co-owners have over 30 combined years in agriculture, including field agronomy, commodity brokerage, and commercial risk management.
Are you licensed commodity brokers?
Yes, both co-owners hold Series-3 licenses and operate as NFA-registered Introducing Brokers.
How do you deliver consulting services?
We provide personalized one-on-one consultations, combining market expertise with localized agricultural insights for actionable recommendations.
