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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