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	If you experience issues calling our office, please call Jennifer at 217-254-6920 or Dave at 217-820-3360. OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY 7:30 A.M - 4:30 PM 12/31/2024 - 12:00 pm cut off for 2024 transactions. If you would like to receive our daily cash bids via text message or e-mail, please give us a call at 217.774.3360 or send us an e-mail at yakeygrain@stewstras.net.  Dave or Jennifer would be happy to assist you in setting up your account.

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	Editorial Staff Harvest Costs Climb with Added Fuel Surcharges, Squeezing Farmers Margins Monday, September 21, 2026 9:53AM CDT Higher harvest costs, including fuel surcharges, are reducing farmers' profitability. Harvest Costs Climb with Added Fuel Surcharges, Squeezing Farmers Margins Monday, September 21, 2026 9:53AM CDT DTN Average Weekly DDG Price Higher Friday, September 18, 2026 12:30PM CDT [Read and Comment on Full Blog]

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