Central Valley Ag and Randall Farmers Co-op announce merger
Central Valley Ag (CVA) and Randall Farmers Co-op Union (RFCU) have approved a merger following a successful member vote on April 29th. The unification was backed by the required two-thirds majority of RFCU members.
In a joint press release, CVA and RFCU stated that the merger “reflects a shared commitment to the cooperative model, and a strategic vision focused on enhancing value for members, investing in facilities and people, and positioning the unified organization for continued growth in the agricultural landscape.” The combined cooperative will operate under the Central Valley Ag name and remain headquartered in York, Nebraska.
Nathan Greene, RFCU board chairman, stated that “by joining with Central Valley Ag, we are ensuring continued service, stability, and growth opportunities for our patrons, employees, and communities,” and that “we believe this is the right step forward for the next generation.” CVA board chairman Luke Carlson stated that the merger “strengthens our ability to serve producers across the region while staying true to the cooperative values that guide us,” and that “together, we are building a stronger organization that is well-positioned for long-term success.”
Integration planning is already underway, with both organizations focused on ensuring a seamless transition for employees, customers and local operations. The merger will officially take place on June 1st.
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April in top ten for rain, also warmer than normal
We could be looking at a lot of flowers in May as state climatologist Justin Glisan says Iowa has had a record amount of April showers, putting the month in the top ten for precipitation.
He says April was also warmer, with the statewide average temperature just above 52 degrees.
Glisan says the conditions were the perfect recipe for more storms.
Glisan says we don’t normally see that many twisters in April.
There were not confirmed tornadoes last May, which was the first time that happened since 2013. Glisan says the storms and the rains they brought were welcome in many areas of the state.
May is historically the second wettest month in Iowa behind June, but Glisan says the early outlook shows things being a little cooler and drier.
(Story via Radio Iowa)
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