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Mitch Altermatt to Step Down as UFC CEO, Will Lead Crystal Valley Cooperative

Over the past few years, I’ve had the incredible opportunity to serve as CEO of United Farmers Coop. It’s been an honor to work alongside a team that shows up every day with purpose, grit, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. Thanks to that dedication—and the support of a forward-thinking board—UFC has […]

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Central Region Cooperative and United Farmers Cooperative membership approve merger

Winthrop, MN (April 10, 2025) – The boards of directors of Central Region Cooperative (CRC), Sleepy Eye, MN, and United Farmers Cooperative (UFC), Winthrop, MN, announced today their members have approved the plan of merger of the two companies. The cooperatives entered a merger study in early February 2025 to identify operational, economic, and strategic

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Increasing Our Influence to Better Serve Our Customers

Jeff Manderscheid, Chairman of the Board, UFC At UFC, our focus is simple—doing what’s right for our member-owners, the cooperative system, our employees, and the communities we serve. As we look to the future, the UFC Board of Directors is committed to making strategic decisions that benefit the entire cooperative system, always keeping our member-owners

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From Field to Market: How Global Shifts Impact Local Farms

Jonathan Olmscheid, Chief Financial Officer As another harvest season wraps up across UFC’s trade territory and we close the books on yet another fiscal year, I want to start with a sincere “THANK YOU.” To our hardworking employees and loyal patrons—your support has made 2024 a success. Together, we’re building a stronger cooperative, and we

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Driving Progress and Efficiency

JIM CARLSON, VICE PRESIDENT OF AGRONOMY As we close out another year, we’re pleased to report our third consecutive year of positive bottom-line results. This success stems from strategic investments in our facilities, equipment, and—most importantly—our people. We continue to prioritize what’s necessary to support our growth and meet your needs, ensuring that our operations

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