Max enjoyed the book Back to the Futures, by economics professor Scott Irwin. Some of Scott’s experiences struck a chord with Max, and the two have a common thread in their background. In the book, Irwin explains why it’s essential to understand futures markets. He also references other ag economists and their impacts on understanding markets.

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