Commodity Basis Analyzer

Commodity Basis Analyzer MCP Connector for Claude

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Analyze grain basis patterns and receive optimal delivery timing recommendations.

5 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

This MCP server provides specialized tools for grain producers and traders to analyze the basis--the price differential between local cash prices and exchange futures prices. By using tools like get_current_basis and analyze_basis_strength, users can determine if current market conditions are historically favorable. The server also provides get_seasonal_patterns to understand yearly cycles and project_basis_convergence to predict price movements as contracts approach maturity. Finally, recommend_delivery_window provides direct guidance on when to sell based on current basis strength and seasonal trends.

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5 tools expose this connector's capabilities to your AI agent.

get_seasonal_patterns

Retrieves the expected basis behavior for a specific commodity across the yearly cycle

analyze_basis_strength

Determines how the current basis compares to historical performance for the same season

get_current_basis

Calculates the immediate basis spread for a specific commodity and location

project_basis_convergence

Predicts how the basis is expected to change as the futures contract approaches maturity

recommend_delivery_window

Provides actionable advice on when to sell grain based on current and historical basis metrics

See how to talk to your AI agent using Commodity Basis Analyzer.

What is the current basis for Corn at location ID 12345 for the Dec24 delivery?

The current basis for Corn at location 12345 for Dec24 is -$0.25, with a cash price of $4.50 and a futures price of $4.75.

Is the current basis for Soybeans at location 54321 historically strong?

The current basis is in the 85th percentile, meaning it is historically strong for this time of year.

Should I sell my Corn now given a 90th percentile basis during the Harvest season?

Yes, you should sell now. The high percentile during the Harvest season indicates an optimal window to capture value.

Basis is the difference between the local cash price paid by an elevator and the futures price on a central exchange.

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