We’re excited to be one of the first brokers to offer Micro Grain Futures—smaller, more flexible contracts that make trading agricultural commodities more accessible than ever. These micro-sized contracts, available for Corn, Wheat, Soybeans, Soybean Oil, and Soybean Meal, are just one-tenth the size of standard grain futures, giving traders greater precision, lower capital requirements, and an easier way to manage risk in the global agricultural markets.
Why Micro Grain Futures Matter
Agricultural commodities have long been a staple of the futures market, providing essential hedging tools for farmers, producers, and traders. However, standard contracts can be capital-intensive and less flexible for those looking to fine-tune their positions. That’s where Micro Grain Futures change the game.
These contracts are financially settled, meaning traders can gain exposure to the price movements of key crops without the hassle of dealing with physical deliveries. Agricultural products provide great trading opportunities due to factors that drive price action, such as:
- Population growth
- Biofuel production
- Government policy
- Weather events
- Geopolitical tensions
Grain products are also popular for technical traders due to the seasonality of crops.
Micro Corn Futures (MCZ25) May 2025 contract on AvaFutures MT5. Dated 27th March 2025
For traders seeking new opportunities, Micro Grain Futures offer:
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- Lower capital requirements – With contracts at one-tenth the standard size, traders can enter the market with less capital while maintaining flexibility.
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- Efficient risk management – Smaller contract sizes allow for precise position adjustments in response to market movements.
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- Portfolio diversification – Grains are fundamental to the global economy, often correlating with energy and macroeconomic trends. Now, traders can tap into these markets with greater ease.
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- Lower intraday margin and competitive commissions – Making futures trading more cost-effective.
Who Can Benefit from Micro Grain Futures?
These contracts cater to a wide range of traders. Newcomers to futures trading will find them a more accessible entry point compared to larger contracts, while experienced traders can use them to fine-tune positions and manage risk more effectively.
For traders already active in equities, forex, or commodities, Micro Grain Futures provide a new way to diversify and capture opportunities in one of the world’s most liquid markets.
Day Margin Requirements for Micro Grain Futures
| Name | Day Margin |
| Micro Corn | $30 |
| Micro SRW Wheat | $40 |
| Micro Soybean | $30 |
| Micro Soybean Meal | $10 |
| Micro Soybean Oil | $10 |
Calculating Fees and Commissions
Open an AvaFutures account and deposit just $100.
Example:
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- Buy 1 Lot Micro Soybean Oil
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- Day Margin per Lot: $10
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- Commission: $0.75
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- Exchange Fees: $0.50
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- NFA Fees: $0.02
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- Buy 1 Lot Micro Soybean Oil
Total: $1.27
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- MT5 Platform: Free
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- Market Data: Free
Why Trade with AvaFutures?
At AvaFutures, we’re committed to giving traders access to cutting-edge instruments with a seamless and secure trading experience. As a multi-jurisdiction licensed broker, we offer:
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- Client fund segregation for enhanced security
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- Clearing through a multi-billion dollar, Nasdaq-listed company
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- Banking with top-tier financial institutions
Being among the first brokers to offer Micro Grain Futures from day one, AvaFutures ensures that traders can access these innovative contracts as soon as they launch.
Start Trading Micro Grain Futures Today
The launch of Micro Grain Futures marks an exciting new chapter for futures trading, providing more accessibility, precision, and flexibility. Whether you’re looking to hedge risk, diversify, or explore new market opportunities, these contracts are designed to fit a wide range of trading strategies.
Explore our new Micro Grain Futures offering and start trading today.
