CHS Hedging

CHS Hedging is a farmer-owned cooperative focused on enhancing the success of American farmers. Established on principles of shared success and farmer-first values, it has evolved into a significant player in the agricultural sector, returning nearly $2 billion in cash to its farmer and member cooperative owners over the past five years. CHS Hedging offers a comprehensive array of solutions in energy, grain, and food, as well as various business services. The cooperative is committed to stewardship and strives to make a positive impact both domestically and globally.

Shirley Cunningham

Executive Vice President and COO, Ag Business and Enterprise Strategy

Megan Rock

Chief Sustainability Officer, Vice President Sustainability and Innovation

Timothy Skidmore

Executive Vice President and CFO

9 past transactions

Sandbox Medical

Acquisition in 2022
SandBox Medical specializes in the development and manufacturing of medical devices aimed at improving the care of premature and full-term newborns. The company's product line includes disposable swing covers, gel pillows, positioning aids, and pacifiers, all designed to enhance comfort, safety, and developmental outcomes for infants in neonatal intensive care units as well as at home. By focusing on the unique needs of this vulnerable population, SandBox Medical aims to support better health and developmental results for newborns.

West Central

Acquisition in 2019
West Central, Inc. is a wholesale distributor based in Willmar, Minnesota, specializing in agronomy products. Founded in 1974, the company offers a range of farm inputs, including fertilizers, adjuvants, biological products, harvest aids, specialty seeds, and chemical products. In addition to product distribution, West Central provides services such as crop protection and nutrient sales, logistics, technical support, custom seed treatment, and trade credit. The company emphasizes building trusting relationships with its customers, focusing on personalized service in the agribusiness sector.

Western Co-op Transport Association

Acquisition in 2017
Western Co-op Transport Association is a member-owned cooperative that specializes in the transportation of hazardous materials, primarily focusing on bulk liquid products. Its offerings include the transport of petroleum, propane, ethanol, and liquid crop nutrients. To effectively manage service demands, especially during the busy fall harvest season, Western Co-op leases additional equipment from independent truck owner-operators. This approach allows the cooperative to maintain a flexible and efficient logistics operation, ensuring reliable trucking transportation services for its clients.

Patriot Renewable Fuels

Acquisition in 2015
Patriot Renewable Fuels LLC, established in January 2005, is focused on producing ethanol in Illinois, a region known for its abundant corn production. The company operates dry grind ethanol plants, which convert corn into fuel-grade ethanol. By strategically situating its operations in the heart of this agricultural area, Patriot Renewable Fuels aims to serve the needs of citizens, farmers, and businesses in the region, contributing to the local economy while promoting renewable energy sources.

Rochelle ethanol plant

Acquisition in 2014
Rochelle ethanol plant

Solbar Industries

Acquisition in 2012
Solbar provides soy protein ingredients to manufacturers in the meat, vegetarian, beverage, bars and crisps, confectionary, bakery markets.

Creston Bean Processing

Acquisition in 2011
Creston Bean Processing, L.L.C. owns and operates a soy hexane bean extraction crushing plant.

Agri Point Limited

Acquisition in 2011
The Agri Point acquisition is part of the company's ongoing global grain origination expansion.

Agway Sunflower

Acquisition in 2002
Agway Sunflower is the largest processor of sunflower products in the United States and a global distributor of sunflower kernels and in-shell sunflower seeds, primarily used as baking ingredients. The company specializes in processing grain products intended for human consumption, including roasted sunflower seeds, soybeans, hulled millet, and various related items. Through its extensive processing services, Agway Sunflower plays a significant role in supplying quality ingredients to the food industry.
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