Research Reports |
Title: | The Evolving Country Grain Marketing System in North Dakota |
Authors: | Dennis Ming and William Wilson |
Publication Date: | Jul 1983 |
Report #: | DP-49 |
TRID #: | 01787555 |
Keywords: | freight transportation, grain, grain terminals, marketing, multiple unit cars, pricing |
Type: | Research Report – Department Publications |
The main objective of this study is to present an overview of grain procuring, handling, transportation, and selling as it pertains to North Dakota. Specific objectives are to: 1) examine the concept of shipping grain in multiple car units; 2) describe various marketing alternatives available to country elevators; 3) examine the concept of delayed pricing; and 4) present possible problem areas for potential subterminal facilities.