Grain
Contracting options, direct bids, Identity Preserved, and more.
A Farmer's Guide to Ag Partners IP
As a producer for Ag Partners Cooperative, Inc; the following management practices must be followed:
- Planting: Provide proof of non-GMO seed purchase, store seed separately in sealed containers, and ensure all planting equipment is thoroughly cleaned and inspected to prevent contamination.
- Growing Season: Report final planted acres to Ag Partners by due date and submit records of all pesticide or treatment applications; all products must be used according to label guidelines.
- Harvest: Combines must be cleaned to remove other grains, pokeweed should be avoided during harvest to prevent stained beans, and all soybean varieties and hilum colors must be stored separately.
- Storage: Clean and inspect all bins and transportation equipment before use, apply chemicals only as part of pre-fill sanitization, clearly inform drivers of the identity-preserved nature of the crop, and notify Ag Partners within one month of binning for testing and bushel recording.
- Delivery: Each load must pass a non-GMO strip test and visual inspection, will be evaluated against Ag Partners’ quality standards, and delivery will occur on a buyer’s call basis from harvest through August 31st of the following year.
- Pricing: Contracts are priced during CME hours using nearby futures; storage fees begin after set deadlines if delivery or pricing hasn't occurred. All bushels must be stored on-farm or at approved facilities, and harvest delivery must be pre-approved.
Failure to follow these practices may result in rejection of product.
Identity Preserved FAQs
What is the premium line?
There is a 20-35% premium to GMO bids. You can contact your IP agronomist or Michael Moritz for exact current premium accounts.
What chemicals can I use on IP grain?
There are no restrictions on what you use on your IP grain so long as you follow the label instructions properly. Ask your IP Agronomist for chemical recommendations.
When will I be able to deliver my grain?
This program is on a Buyers Call basis. That means, when our production schedule allows, your Account manager or the IP Account Manager will reach out to schedule your deliveries. We understand cashflow is important and timing is of the essence but be prepared to store beans for an extended period of time. There will be a place on the Grower Agreement to put your preferred delivery timeframe, and we will take each into consideration when planning production.
Where do I find the Grower Agreement?
The Grower Agreement can be filled out by contacting your IP Merchandiser or filling out the downloadable form below.
Risk Management
A variety of crop insurance products and view our input financing program!
Energy
Various energy options in ancillary, propane, and fuel. Ag Partners is a proud Cenex distributor.
Digital Ag
Providing access to the latest decision-making tools to create success through innovation.
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What is a Cooperative?
A cooperative operates on three key principles: it's user-owned, meaning members own their share of equity; user-controlled, with a "one-person, one-vote" system and a member-elected board guiding long-term strategy; and it offers user-benefits, including access to services, expert advice, local profits, and a strong sense of ownership.
As a co-op member-owner, you're more than just a customer -- YOU have a voice and share in the success. Each year, cooperative profits are divided into three parts: Cash Patronage, Retained Patronage, and Retained Earnings. The Board of Directors determines the annual patronage distribution.
The seven core principles for cooperatives were adopted by the Rochdale, England in 1844, and have become the basis for how cooperatives operate. The pioneers set a mission to work together to succeed and drive value back to their communities, which is the foundation for cooperatives today.
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How to Become an Ag Partners Member
Become an Ag Partners Voting Member to have the opportunity to elect board members, vote on bylaw changes, mergers, and more!
