Tama Benton Cooperative

04/02/2026

2026 New Crop Averaging Contracts begin SOON!

Price a percentage of your predetermined bushels at market close each day from April 15th through July 1st and take advantage of potentially higher seasonal futures values. This is a great strategy for 10-20% of your new crop bushels, especially those you plan to sell off the combine. Contracts in 5,000 bu increments will also have the option to be converted to an HTA (futures-only contract). In 9 out of 10 years, the summer futures average is higher than the harvest average.

Contract dates can be adjusted to fit your goals, and 2027 new crop values can also be averaged in 5,000 bu increments.

Want to learn more? Contact any of our locations for details on how this strategy will work for you.

A printable version of the Averaging Contract information in the image below can be found at https://tinyurl.com/m73cvzut

03/18/2026

Our spring seed order has arrived! 🌱

We have lawn grass seed, waterway/pasture mix, seed oats, and two varieties of alfalfa available at all three TBC locations. Please call or stop in for more information.

03/12/2026

Mark your calendar! Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Alumni & Supporters are hosting their National Ag Day Breakfast at our TBC Vinton location on Tuesday, March 24th from 7-10 am.

National Ag Day is coming up and we're hosting our annual free will donation breakfast! Tuesday March 24th 7-10 am at the Tama Benton Coop Shop. Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you are involved in agriculture or not! Join us for delicious breakfast and conversation to celebrate all things Ag! Can't make the breakfast, have to work? No problem! We will deliver to Vinton Area Businesses, simply scan the QR code, place your order and the delivery drivers will show up at the requested time. Cash, check or Venmo donations accepted.

02/23/2026

Planting season will be here soon, and now is the time to market some new crop bushels!

One great way to get started is with a TBC Averaging Contract. This strategy prices a predetermined percentage of your contracted bushels at market close each day for the duration of the contract. Our program will run from April 15th through July 1st to cover historical seasonal futures highs and is a great strategy for 10-20% of your new crop bushels.

Contract dates can be adjusted to fit your goals, and 2027 new crop values can also be averaged in 5,000 bu increments.

Want to learn more? Contact any of our locations for details on how this strategy will work for you.

A printable version of the Averaging Contract information in the image below can be found at https://tinyurl.com/m73cvzut

Learn more about other grain marketing options offered by TBC at
https://www.tamabentoncoop.com/marketing-options

02/18/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our grain marketing meeting in Dysart yesterday. We'd also like to thank our presenter, PJ Frederick from StoneX Financial. PJ discussed current market outlooks and insights into a variety of strategies available to help manage risk.

If you weren’t able to attend or have any questions, please give us a call. We’d love to schedule a meeting to help you create a customized marketing plan that is the best fit for your farm.

02/11/2026

Mark your calendar! We are hosting our annual Grower’s Meeting this coming Tuesday, February 17th at the Dysart Community Building (418 Main St).

Please join us for an informative meeting led by PJ Frederick with StoneX Financial Inc. This meeting will cover many of the specialty contracts that TBC offers including Hedge to Arrive, Accumulators, Averaging, Minimum Price, and Bonus Premium. PJ will also present current market trends and other marketing tools that you can use. Regardless of your level of experience with these types of contracts and the ever-changing markets, this meeting will help you gain understanding to make successful decisions on your future sales.

Attendees can enter into a drawing for no fees on a 5,000 bu specialty contract of their choice, valued at $150-$350*
*Must be present to win.

Please RSVP by calling any of our locations
Clutier: 319-479-2242
Dysart: 319-476-3666
Vinton: 319-472-4791

Add this event to your calendar or invite a friend:
February 17th from 3-5 p.m. in Dysart: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DA6Q6jgXX/

12/31/2025

As 2025 draws to a close, we would like to express our gratitude for your business this past year. We appreciate everything you do and are proud to work alongside you. It has been a pleasure serving you, and we look forward to building on our relationship in the year ahead.

Wishing you continued success, prosperity, good health, and happiness in 2026!

12/26/2025

All 3 TBC locations will close at 1:30 PM on Wednesday, Dec. 31st, and will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 1st for the New Year's Day holiday.

12/24/2025

As we celebrate this joyful season, we want to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude to our valued customers and the communities we serve. We are truly grateful for your trust and continued support, and we greatly appreciate the opportunity to work with you.

Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season filled with good food, good company, and some well-earned rest.

Merry Christmas from all of us at Tama Benton Cooperative! ✨🎄✨

12/22/2025

Our Spring 2026 agronomy product and service pricing is now available. Contact Brett Podhajsky at 319-888-3078 or call our offices for more information.

We look forward to helping YOUR business GROW! 🌱

12/19/2025

All 3 TBC locations will be closed on Wednesday, Dec. 24th and Thursday, Dec. 25th to celebrate the Christmas holiday. 🎄