Sustainability is an extensive discipline, and one that seems to be a buzzword in today’s global climate. As society becomes more aware of its impact on the environment, sustainability is increasingly being prioritized in the business models of individuals, organizations and corporations alike. However, it takes more than simple talk to put efforts into action.
Grain tumbles from the hopper of a farmer’s truck at the elevator pit, about to begin a journey to its next destination somewhere in the world. But what does that journey look like for local grain?
‘Shared Growth. Shared Success.’ is a thread that MKC weaves throughout all aspects of the 97 communities touched by its footprint. In rural communities, MKC is often the largest employer. MKC employees and member-owners do more than just live in these communities; they reinvest by supporting small businesses, acting as youth leaders, volunteering on local emergency departments, serving in churches, and more. Each individual strand is woven together to make the stitch that joins cooperative and community success.
Producers, now more than ever, are dealing with a multitude of stressors in their lives. Recognizing this, our member-owners now have access to a resource through MKC called Farmers Thrive. Land O’Lakes and Gravie has partnered with BHS to offer Farmers Thrive, a cost free, confidential resource for farmers and their household members to help them through a wide array of life challenges.
At MKC, we are continually monitoring the changes to our company in light of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and its effects on our employees, member-owners and the communities we live and work. We will continue to follow the guidelines set by public health authorities and government agencies.
As awareness of and concern about the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) continues to grow, we want you to know that we are closely monitoring the situation and evaluating efforts we can take to protect customers and their families, as well as team members and the communities where we all live and work.
After completing a thorough executive selection process, the MKC Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Brad Stedman as the next president and chief executive officer of MKC.
After a 46-year career in the cooperative system, Dave Christiansen, president and CEO of MKC, will retire effective April 3, 2020. Christiansen has served 16 years as CEO of MKC – one of the largest farmer-owned cooperatives in the country.
The MKC Benton location welcomed Congressman Ron Estes on February 3 to participate in a round table discussion with area farmers.
Nearly 200 member-owners, employees and vendor partners attended MKC's 2019 Ag Symposium in Newton. With the theme of “2020 Vision”, attendees heard from industry experts on the topics of trade, policy, farmers of the future and agricultural technology.