Key Takeaways:
- CHS Inc. and Mid-Kansas Cooperative (MKC) have agreed to end their joint grain marketing venture, Producer Ag
- Both cooperatives will continue their strong partnership through joint ownership of three Kansas rail terminals
- CHS cited appreciation for MKC’s collaboration and reaffirmed its commitment to cooperative relationships
- MKC expressed confidence in continued cooperation and focus on serving regional producers
- Each organization will resume independent grain marketing and operations following the transition
CHS Inc. and MKC Announce Transition
CHS Inc. and Mid-Kansas Cooperative have mutually agreed to begin the process of ending their joint grain marketing venture, Producer Ag. The decision follows two years of collaboration focused on expanding marketing opportunities for farmers across the Southern Plains.
John Griffith, executive vice president of CHS ag business and CHS Hedging, expressed appreciation for MKC’s partnership:
“For the past two years, CHS has worked closely with MKC to bring a joint grain marketing venture called Producer Ag to fruition. While CHS will no longer continue forward with the grain purchasing venture, I want to thank MKC for the opportunity for our cooperatives to work together in this way. Our ongoing relationship with MKC is strong and reflects our commitment to strengthening the cooperative system.”
Continued Collaboration
CHS and MKC have a long history of cooperation in the region. Both organizations will continue joint ownership of three grain rail terminals in Kansas, ensuring continuity in infrastructure and services that benefit local producers.
Brad Stedman, president and CEO of MKC, commented on the transition:
“We appreciate the dedication, cooperation, and hard work that went into building our grain marketing relationship. We are confident in our continued work with CHS and look forward to serving our respective customers and owners in the Southern Plains.”
Independent Operations Ahead
Once the grain marketing venture concludes, CHS Inc. and Mid-Kansas Cooperative will operate independently, continuing to manage their respective grain assets and marketing activities. Both organizations reaffirmed their focus on supporting producers, maintaining strong cooperative values, and contributing to the economic vitality of the region.
The decision reflects a natural evolution in their partnership while preserving collaboration in key areas that serve farmers and rural communities across Kansas.
