Risk Management Evolving to meet the challenges of volatility, global risks and pricing uncertainty
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arket volatility and pricing uncertainty have been agricultural producers’ constant companions for
decades. Yet the speed at which markets move and the sheer number of factors influencing commodity prices have grown dramatically. Moreover, agricultural markets have become more global, adding additional complexity to simple seasonal supply and demand fundamentals. These broadening challenges are here to stay, making proper risk management even more difficult.
20 | Risk Management
Agricultural markets have become more global, adding additional complexity to simple seasonal supply and demand fundamentals.