Grain Merchandising Course

Offered biennially - odd years

OABA’s Grain Merchandising Course provides practical information on a variety of topics in the grain industry, from market fundamentals to facility operations. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of grain merchandising and how it connects with different aspects of the industry.

WHO: The Grain Merchandising Course is intended for grain merchandisers who are new to their role (one year or less experience) or people new in supporting the merchandiser function.

EVENT INFORMATION

Three class sessions work together as a series. Participants are required to attend all three days of training. Registration is limited to the first 40 people.

  • Registration: Click here to register for the Grain Merchandising Course.
  • Agenda:  Click here for agenda.
  • Pricing:
    • Members: $600
    • Non-Members:  $700
  • Dates/Locations:
    • Session 1 - Tuesday, January 28 
      9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
      Renaissance Westerville
      409 Altair Parkway
      Westerville, Ohio

    • Session 2 - Thursday, February 13
      9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; check-in will begin at 8:30 a.m.
      Cargill Manufacturing
      2400 Industrial Drive
      Sidney, OH

    • Session 3 - Tuesday, February 25
      9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; check-in will begin at 8:30 a.m.
      The Andersons
      1947 Briarfield Blvd
      Maumee, OH

Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be received no later than 14 days prior to the event to be eligible for a full refund. No refunds will be issued after that date. No-shows will be invoiced. 

January 2025

Tuesday
28
2025
January 28, 2025
9:30AM - 6:30PM EST

Grain Merchandising Course - Part 1

Renaissance Hotel - Westerville, OH

February 2025

Thursday
13
2025
February 13, 2025
9:00AM - 4:00PM EST

Grain Merchandising Course - Part 2

Cargill Manufacturing - Sidney, OH

Tuesday
25
2025
February 25, 2025
9:00AM - 4:00PM EST

Grain Merchandising Course - Part 3

The Andersons - Maumee, OH