Ag Marketing Partners

Ag Marketing Partners| Courtland, Kansas

About Us

Steve Barnes and Jim Handy founded Ag Marketing Partners LLC in 2007 in Colorado. The company serves as a trusted introducing broker, committed to supporting agricultural producers across the Midwest. In January 2008, they expanded to Kansas, where they teamed up with Troy Newman to open the Courtland office. Partnering with RJO'Brien & Associates LLC, the oldest and largest independent futures brokerage firm in the United States, Ag Marketing Partners offers an invaluable blend of expertise and resources for agricultural producers.

The company’s mission is clear: to work directly with individual farmers, becoming a dedicated farm marketing employee. With a team of experienced brokers who understand the unique needs of each operation, Ag Marketing Partners provides customized strategies to help mitigate risk and optimize marketing efforts for producers.

How It Works: Risk Management and Hedging Services

Ag Marketing Partners offers a range of services that allow producers to manage their risks and maximize their profitability. Their brokers work with hundreds of farmers throughout major crop-producing states, providing firsthand knowledge of crop conditions and market trends.

They build their risk management services on understanding complex trades, accessing the futures and options markets. The team collaborates closely with each client to create a hedging strategy tailored to their specific operational needs. They utilize tools such as cash grain recommendations and subscription-based research resources.

One of the key features of Ag Marketing Partners is their dedication to accessibility—producers can access their account information anytime via a secure login portal provided by RJO’Brien. The firm also prides itself on being available to farmers across the Midwest, whether they’re near the office or not. You can open an account without a minimum balance, allowing operations of all sizes to get started easily.

With an experienced team that includes brokers who operate farms themselves, they offer both local insights and broader knowledge of the agricultural industry. Their goal is to reduce the guesswork for farmers, empowering them to make informed decisions with confidence.