Join 1,000+ farmers selling on the UK’s #1 online crop marketplace.
As a fieldmargin user you already have access to valuable data and insights about your crops. By using
Hectare Trading you can receive buyers’ bids directly, compare prices easily and choose the best deal for you.
This month we’re sharing our top tips on selling grain, in partnership with fieldmargin.
Shop Around
Keep a close eye on the grain prices in your region. While some merchants may provide pricing estimates, they rarely reflect the best prices available. Sources of actual trades such as AHDB, Farmers Weekly and Hectare Trading offer a broad view of the market, so you can confidently know what’s achievable if you shop around.
Sell Little and Often
While it's tempting to hold out for the highest possible price, a more sustainable strategy can be to trade in smaller quantities more frequently. By locking in profits as opportunities arise, you can mitigate market risk and potentially achieve higher overall returns. A series of smaller, consistent sales can often outperform waiting for a market rally, which may never materialise.
Time is Your Friend
Planning well can significantly impact the price you receive for your grain. With seed and fertiliser ordered, many farmers will already know their key costs for next year’s harvest. Having an early view of production costs can put you on a firm footing when spotting market opportunities (even for harvest 2025) giving you confidence that you can profit with every sale.
INSIGHTS FOR DECISION MAKING
Market Insights
Help your arable farm thrive. Uncover your best crop pricing opportunities with Hectare Market Insights in the palm of your hand and never miss a peak trading opportunity again.
Price benchmark your inventory and gain valuable market insight with alerts on recent trades, price offers and more to help you make smart crop trading decisions.
We can even help you with your sustainability goals with farm assurance status and more.
“I’ve sold wheat for £9 per tonne more than I was selling it locally!”
- Andrew, R H Maddever Farms (Suffolk)
Start trading today
There's no pressure to sell - just sign up, list your grain, and compare prices from hundreds of buyers, both local and national.
Plus, you'll gain access to invaluable market insights, including the latest pricing specific to the crop you grow in your region, along with recent news from trusted sources like the ODA.
Sign up today, absolutely free, and start earning more for your grain.
SET TARGET PRICES
Get ready to turn your hard work into profit
With Hectare Trading you can set target prices and get alerts when the market exceeds your target price. Try our target price calculator to find out your target price.
Join 1,000+ farmers selling on the UK’s #1 online
crop marketplace.
Built by farmers for farmers, Hectare Trading (previously Graindex) is the UK’s #1 online crop marketplace, giving farmers access to the UK’s largest network of grain buyers. Hectare Trading makes selling your grain simple and ensures you get the best price.