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CHS Inc.[edit]

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers, and cooperatives across the United States. It is a diversified company involved in energy, grains, and foods, and is committed to providing essential resources that enrich lives.

History[edit]

CHS Inc. was formed in 1998 through the merger of Cenex, a regional farm supply cooperative, and Harvest States Cooperatives, a grain marketing cooperative. The company has its roots in the cooperative movement of the early 20th century, which aimed to provide farmers with better access to markets and supplies.

Operations[edit]

CHS Inc. operates in several key areas:

Energy[edit]

The company is a major player in the energy sector, particularly in the production and distribution of petroleum products. CHS owns and operates two refineries and supplies fuel under the Cenex brand, which is widely recognized in rural America.

Agriculture[edit]

CHS is heavily involved in the agriculture industry, providing a range of services including grain marketing, crop inputs, and agronomy services. The company helps farmers and cooperatives manage risk and improve productivity.

Foods[edit]

In the foods sector, CHS processes and markets a variety of food products. The company is involved in the production of soybean oil, canola oil, and other food ingredients.

Governance[edit]

CHS Inc. is governed by a board of directors elected by its cooperative members. The board is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the company and ensuring it meets the needs of its owners.

Community Involvement[edit]

CHS is committed to supporting the communities in which it operates. The company invests in education, safety, and community development initiatives, often partnering with local organizations to make a positive impact.

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-'''CHS Inc.''' is a Fortune 100 company that is owned by farmers, ranchers, and cooperatives across the United States. The company operates in the sectors of [[agriculture]], [[energy]], and [[food production]], providing a wide range of products and services to its members and customers.
+== CHS Inc. ==
-== History ==
+[[File:Cenex_gas_station_in_Gillette,_Wyoming.jpg|thumb|right|A Cenex gas station in Gillette, Wyoming]]
-CHS Inc. was founded in 1929 as the [[Northwestern Grain Cooperative]]. The cooperative was formed to provide farmers with a reliable source of [[fertilizer]]. Over the years, the cooperative expanded its operations to include grain marketing, energy, foods, and food ingredients.
+'''CHS Inc.''' is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers, and cooperatives across the United States. It is a diversified company involved in energy, grains, and foods, and is committed to providing essential resources that enrich lives.
-In 2003, the cooperative changed its name to CHS Inc. to reflect its diversified operations. Today, CHS Inc. is one of the largest cooperatives in the United States, with revenues exceeding $30 billion.
+== History ==
+CHS Inc. was formed in 1998 through the merger of Cenex, a regional farm supply cooperative, and Harvest States Cooperatives, a grain marketing cooperative. The company has its roots in the cooperative movement of the early 20th century, which aimed to provide farmers with better access to markets and supplies.
 == Operations ==
+CHS Inc. operates in several key areas:
-CHS Inc. operates in three main sectors: agriculture, energy, and food production.
+=== Energy ===
+The company is a major player in the energy sector, particularly in the production and distribution of [[petroleum]] products. CHS owns and operates two refineries and supplies fuel under the [[Cenex]] brand, which is widely recognized in rural America.
 === Agriculture ===
+CHS is heavily involved in the [[agriculture]] industry, providing a range of services including grain marketing, crop inputs, and agronomy services. The company helps farmers and cooperatives manage risk and improve productivity.
-In the agriculture sector, CHS Inc. provides a variety of services to farmers and ranchers, including grain marketing, crop nutrients, and animal feed. The company also operates grain elevators and crop input locations across the United States.
+=== Foods ===
+In the foods sector, CHS processes and markets a variety of food products. The company is involved in the production of [[soybean]] oil, [[canola]] oil, and other food ingredients.
-=== Energy ===
-In the energy sector, CHS Inc. refines, wholesales, and retails [[petroleum]] products. The company operates refineries in [[Montana]] and [[Kansas]], and distributes its products through a network of pipelines, terminals, and retail outlets.
-=== Food Production ===
-In the food production sector, CHS Inc. produces and markets food ingredients, such as vegetable oils, flour, and proteins. The company also operates food processing plants in the United States and abroad.
 == Governance ==
+CHS Inc. is governed by a board of directors elected by its cooperative members. The board is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the company and ensuring it meets the needs of its owners.
-CHS Inc. is governed by a board of directors elected by its member-owners. The board sets the strategic direction of the company and oversees its operations.
+== Community Involvement ==
+CHS is committed to supporting the communities in which it operates. The company invests in education, safety, and community development initiatives, often partnering with local organizations to make a positive impact.
-== See Also ==
+== Related Pages ==
+* [[Cooperative]]
+* [[Agribusiness]]
+* [[Petroleum]]
+* [[Agriculture]]
-* [[List of cooperatives]]
+{{Agriculture}}
-* [[Agriculture in the United States]]
+{{Energy}}
-* [[Energy in the United States]]
-* [[Food industry]]
-[[Category:Companies]]
+[[Category:Agribusiness companies of the United States]]
-[[Category:Agriculture]]
+[[Category:Cooperatives in the United States]]
-[[Category:Energy]]
+[[Category:Companies established in 1998]]
-[[Category:Food production]]
-{{cooperatives-stub}}
-{{food-stub}}