FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
GrainFox Corp. and AgResource Company Announce Proposed Strategic Merger, Advancing a New Era in Global AgTech
Winnipeg, MB | Chicago, IL – May 22, 2025: GrainFox Corp., a leading provider of cutting-edge data-driven solutions for producers and commercial agribusinesses, and AgResource Company, a respected agricultural research and advisory firm known for its market intelligence and producer-focused insights, are pleased to announce a proposed merger between the two companies.
AgResource’s decades of market analysis experience strengthens GrainFox’s existing market analysis expertise and complements its advanced digital platform. Together, they will offer producers and commercial agribusinesses a powerful combination of market expertise and AI-driven tools, enhancing decision-making in an increasingly complex global market.
Founded by Dan Basse, AgResource has built a strong reputation over more than 38 years for delivering clear, research-based guidance to producers, agribusinesses, and commodity investors. With offices in the United States and Brazil, AgResource brings regional expertise and expanded commodity coverage that aligns with GrainFox’s strategic vision for international growth.
“We’ve always believed that the best decisions are made at the intersection of insight and data,” said Dan Basse, Founder of AgResource. “By joining forces with GrainFox, we’re taking that belief to the next level, pairing our advisory expertise with powerful digital tools to help our clients succeed. This proposed merger allows us to grow our reach, expand our offerings, and continue delivering the market insights our clients depend on.”
As part of the proposed merger, GrainFox also gains an expanded bench of leading agricultural analysts and advisors. The addition of AgResource’s experienced team enhances the depth and diversity of expertise behind the GrainFox platform, bringing clients even more robust, real-time market perspectives.
“This is a meaningful evolution of our business,” said Mark Lepp, CEO of GrainFox. “By combining digital innovation with AgResource’s deep expertise, we’re strengthening the intelligence behind our tools and expanding the voices guiding our clients from bin to bank. This partnership allows us to scale thoughtfully while staying grounded in real-world insight.”
Key Benefits of the Merger:
- Expanded global reach: Together, GrainFox and AgResource enable deeper engagement with new markets and commodities offering market insights and farm wealth tools across the globe.
- Stronger insights: AgResource’s team brings new depth to GrainFox’s market analysis and intelligence.
- Enhanced technology: Advisory expertise strengthens the AI tools producers use to make confident marketing decisions.
- Continued service: Clients will experience no disruption to current services or relationships.
- Increased value: A new model that blends cutting-edge digital tools with trusted, human insight.
The proposed partnership is a pivotal step in GrainFox’s strategy to lead the future of AgTech, helping producers and agribusinesses make smarter decisions through a powerful combination of innovation, intelligence, and experience.
About GrainFox
GrainFox empowers producers and commercial agribusinesses with state-of-the-art, data-driven solutions to enhance their business decisions. GrainFox leverages advanced technology and unparalleled industry expertise to deliver personalized insights, driving efficiency, profitability, and sustainable growth. We are unbiased partners dedicated to the best interests of our clients. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures that we grow alongside our clients, consistently improving our offerings based on their feedback. With a steadfast focus on innovation and exceptional customer support, GrainFox is not just a service provider, but a trusted ally in their success from bin to bank. For more information, visit grainfox.ca.
About AgResource
AgResource is a global agricultural research firm founded in 1987 by Dan Basse. With a presence in Chicago and Brazil, the company provides market forecasting, commodity analysis, and advisory services grounded in objective research and decades of industry experience. For more information, visit agresource.com
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Christina Wood
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