The purpose of this publication is to provide information concerning the principal grain-trade statistics in common use. Grain-trade statistics are so numerous and are compiled by so many agencies that it is not easy to keep all of them in mind. It is much more difficult to recall what each series represents and precisely what it means.

The development and extent of future trading and a detailed description of the organization, facilities, and methods of operation of future markets, particularly practices of the Chicago Board of Trade and the New York Cotton Exchange.