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Wisconsin corn and soybean prices follow Minneapolis cash markets. Dairy demand keeps corn prices seasonally strong year-round, reducing typical harvest basis weakness.
Understanding Wisconsin Grain Basis
Basis is the difference between the local elevator cash price and the nearest CME futures contract. Basis tells you how your local market is priced relative to the national benchmark.
Wisconsin corn basis runs 20–40¢ negative, widening in far northern counties and tightening near Milwaukee/Lake Michigan export terminals.
A strengthening basis (cash rising relative to futures) signals strong local demand — typically from nearby ethanol plants, feed mills, or export elevators bidding aggressively for grain. A weakening basis signals local oversupply or reduced demand. Watch for basis moves of 10¢ or more in a single week as an actionable signal.
Wisconsin Grain Elevator Landscape
Key Wisconsin elevators: Sunrise Cooperative, Landmark Services Cooperative, Centra Sota Lake Region.