Oats Futures & Options
Oats are a thin, import-driven market — much of U.S. supply comes from Canada — where modest volume means prices can gap on relatively small order flow.
Trading the Oats Contract
Corn, soybeans, wheat, and the full oilseed complex across CBOT, Minneapolis, and Kansas City.
Producers are naturally bullish — they have to be. The CCS Scale-In hedge program uses forward contracts to protect grain and oilseed prices while preserving upside opportunity, with no margin calls and no daily settlement.
Whether you trade Oats to hedge commercial exposure or to speculate, you do not have to do it alone. CCS clients get broker-assisted execution, contract and delivery-date guidance, and direct access to 40+ years of market judgment.
Call 317-848-8050Contract Specifications
| Exchange | CME®-G |
|---|---|
| Contract Size | 5,000 bu. |
| Contract Months | H, K, N, U, Z (March, May, July, September, December) |
| Trading Hours | 23:00-14:20 ET, 23:00 open on Sunday. |
| Minimum Fluctuation | 1/4¢/bu. = $12.50 |
| Daily Limit | 20¢/bu. = $1,000 (c) |
Contract specifications change. Always confirm current specs with the exchange or call us before trading.
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Oats Futures FAQ
What is the Oats futures contract?
Oats are a thin, import-driven market — much of U.S. supply comes from Canada — where modest volume means prices can gap on relatively small order flow. The contract trades on CME®-G with a contract size of 5,000 bu..
How can I hedge Oats price risk?
Producers are naturally bullish — they have to be. The CCS Scale-In hedge program uses forward contracts to protect grain and oilseed prices while preserving upside opportunity, with no margin calls and no daily settlement. Call 317-848-8050 to discuss a custom strategy with Lannie Cohen, Senior Hedge Advisor.
How do I start trading Oats futures?
Call CCS at 317-848-8050. We offer broker-assisted, traditional, and self-directed account types — you will get a real person who explains the contract, the margin, and the risks before you place your first trade.
Trade or Hedge Oats with a Real Broker
Call Lannie Cohen at 317-848-8050 — 40+ years of commodity experience, one phone call away.