JIM CARLSON, VICE PRESIDENT OF AGRONOMY If there’s one thing I’ve learned throughout my career in ag, it’s to expect the unexpected when it comes to markets. This past year has been a prime example. We’ve seen commodity prices swinging hundreds of dollars in either direction day-to-day. For growers and co-ops, it can make things […]
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JONATHAN OLMSCHEID, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the dedicated UFC employees and member-owners for their continued loyalty and support of our co-op, especially as we have navigated the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath over the past few years. It is because of
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MITCH ALTERMATT, CEO & GENERAL MANAGER With Fiscal Year 2023 in the rearview mirror, it’s an ideal time to reflect on the remarkable journey we’ve undertaken over the past year. When I took on the role of CEO in 2019, the directive from our Board of Directors was crystal clear: strengthen our balance sheet, improve
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JEFF MANDERSCHEID, CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD The UFC board of directors, alongside the management team, is constantly seeking ways to empower and uplift our patrons. We firmly believe that our cooperative is more than just a business venture. It is a platform that enables our patrons to grow and prosper together through the products and
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Deadline date for nominations: November 17, 2023 By: Todd Kettner, Vice Chairman, UFC Board of Directors Are you passionate about agriculture and the cooperative business model? We are currently accepting nominations for the UFC Board of Directors. We are looking for candidates who reflect our values and are committed to the UFC mission and vision. The UFC
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In the world of agriculture, where uncertainty often reigns supreme, growers will find strength in unity through the agriculture cooperative business model. Cooperatives bring together growers with a shared interest in improving their economic well-being, enhancing market access, and collectively addressing the challenges of farming. The cooperative business model is more important to growers than
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As the leaves begin to change color and the air turns crisp, it’s a clear sign that fall is upon us. For farmers, this season marks a busy period of harvesting crops and preparing for the winter months ahead. While fall harvest is an exciting time, it’s essential to prioritize safety on the farm to
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Fall harvest is an exciting time of year for our rural area! It’s also one of the most dangerous as the days become shorter and growers put in longer hours to harvest crops. During this time, motorists are likely to encounter farm machinery on the road making fall harvest safety applicable to everyone, not just
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If your dryer is in need of service, now is the time to schedule an appointment! Simply complete this form by June 2, 2023 with all of the requested information. You may return the form via email to tmw@ufcmn.com with the subject “Dryer Service” or by mail to PO Box 4 Lafayette, MN 56054. Upon recieving your form we
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Dear UFC Members: We are writing to provide you with an update regarding the merger between your cooperative and Crystal Valley. On behalf of the UFC leadership team and board of directors, we appreciate your patience and trust throughout this process. The boards of directors from UFC and Crystal Valley held a joint meeting on
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