CHS Inc.

For National Co-op Month, C.J. Blew, chair of the CHS Board of Directors and a Kansas farmer and rancher, reflects on how cooperatives help farm and ranch families succeed while strengthening the rural communities they call home. He shares why cooperative ownership continues to create value through local investment, shared success and a commitment to future generations. As the nation's largest farmer-owned cooperative, CHS is proud to help create opportunities for our owners and the communities they serve. #CoopMonth

We are proud to continue our National 4-H partnership with a $1 million grant to help develop the next generation of ag leaders. This investment is a powerful example of our ongoing support of rural America and agriculture.

Shifting global markets are driving new opportunities for U.S. agriculture. As demand grows for renewable fuels — Including ethanol and renewable diesel—grains and oilseeds are playing an increasingly important role beyond traditional food and feed markets. CHS processing facilities help transform our owners’ crops into higher-value products that meet these evolving needs. By supporting expanded domestic demand, we’re helping create long-term value across the ag supply chain. It takes a co-op to grow U.S. demand.

Nitrogen efficiency continues to be a top priority for growers looking to maximize return on every input dollar. As customers begin planning for next season, now is the time to discuss solutions that help crops get more from their nitrogen investment. Nitrenix™ supports nitrogen conversion within the plant, helping improve nutrient utilization during critical growth stages and turning applied nitrogen into plant growth when it matters most. In field trials, Nitrenix has delivered increased corn yields compared to traditional treatments.

As the 2026 baseball season comes to a close, we're reflecting on another great season of partnership with the Minnesota Twins and St. Paul Saints at CHS Field as they help serve our purpose of creating connections to empower agriculture. These partnerships remind sports fans throughout CHS territory that CHS covers every base in agriculture to help farmers win. Thank you to everyone who joined us throughout the season. We look forward to continuing to share the story of agriculture and strengthen connections across our communities.

Shifting global markets are driving new opportunities for U.S. agriculture. As demand grows for renewable fuels — Including ethanol and renewable diesel—grains and oilseeds are playing an increasingly important role beyond traditional food and feed markets. CHS processing facilities help transform our owners’ crops into higher-value products that meet these evolving needs. By supporting expanded domestic demand, we’re helping create long-term value across the ag supply chain. It takes a co-op to grow U.S. demand.

As September comes to an end and your customers get into the heart of harvest, they’re already planning for next year’s crops. Buying seed in the fall is a win-win for you and your customers. Think ahead and reap the benefits of: 1. Greater product selection – Fall planning provides access to the widest range of product options before inventories become more limited. 2. Program opportunities – Fall often provides access to prepay, financing and other seasonal purchasing programs that may be available for the upcoming season. 3. More time to plan – Getting started early allows more time to evaluate products, build a crop plan and prepare for the upcoming season. Talk to your CHS representative about how fall seed purchases can set you and your customers up for success next season.

CHS and its member cooperatives are rooted in supporting the people and communities that power agriculture. Through ongoing stewardship and outreach efforts, combined with investments in education and local initiatives, CHS helps build stronger, more resilient rural communities. It takes a co-op to build brighter futures.

CHS is moving forward with an 80-million-bushel soybean processing facility near Evansville, Wis., helping meet growing demand for soybean oil and meal while creating new market opportunities for U.S.-grown soybeans. The facility will complement CHS soybean processing operations in Fairmont and Mankato, Minn., while helping connect U.S. farmers to growing domestic and global markets. “Investments like this help CHS create additional value for our owners and customers by expanding market access, strengthening our processing network and creating new demand opportunities for U.S.-grown soybeans,” said John Griffith, executive vice president of agriculture business and CHS Hedging.” Construction is expected to begin in the coming weeks, with completion targeted for fall 2028.

Logging 55 million miles annually, we operate one of the largest private truck fleets in the nation – and it couldn’t happen without the drivers behind the wheel. That’s why we take National Truck Driver Appreciation Week to extend our deep gratitude to the truck drivers that dedicate their time, expertise and countless miles to transporting materials and products through our wholesale and retail supply chains. Join us in thanking them for the miles they drive, the products they deliver and the lives they impact along the way. #ThankATrucker #NTDAW26