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THE COMPANY EMBRACING THE
CHANGES IN AGRICULTURE
THE
GROWTH
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EXPERT INSIGHT FROM
THE PEOPLE INSIDE CPI
IMPORTANCE OF PRECISION
2013 SEED LINEUP
CPI DIRECT MARKETING
INSIDE ENERGY
FEED PLAYBOOK
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Grain Division Expands Network
‘EXPANDING A NET WORK’
A new and innovative program
that takes grain off the farm and
direct to the end user
> By Todd DeVries
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Optimize overall herd health, breed back® from
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CPI Direct................................Todd DeVries
Raising the Bar......................Gail Ortegren
Marketing Tools....................Anthony Pingel
Commodities & Markets What & Where
Farm on Your Phone Farm info in your hands
“We pride ourself on
staying abreast of the
latest technology.”
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FEED NEWS
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BEST IN SHOW
Choosing CPI feed, it’s the right choice
for your animal production this year
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Improve your livestock before auction and the fair
> By Tim Uden
et the CPI Feed Division be your
one stop shop for all your animal
production needs.
Technology is ever changing in agriculture today and the CPI Feed Division prides itself on staying abreast of the latest technology
to provide the most cost efficient rations for our
clients.
Precision Ag Boosts Agronomy Portfolio
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Importance of Precision.......Harlan Schafer
We are 300...........................Harlan Schafer
Crop Protection..........................Kirt Watson
Crop Nutrients......................Harlan Schafer
CROP PROTECTION
CHEMISTRY PLAYING A HUGE
ROLE IN AGRONOMY
> By Harlan Schafer
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TECHOLOGY
Bean Armor.................................Jon Botsch
Our Lineup..................................Jon Botsch
Your Guide............................Anthony Pingel
BEAN ARMOR
New CPI seed treatment that
will fight alongside your beans to
produce maxium yield
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Inside Energy.............................Gary Brandt
Mr. Tire Information on store locations
Oil Change Good, Fast, Great Value
Inside Energy:A Travlers Realization
Reflecting on the growth of the energy
department on a long trip home
> By Gary Brandt
308-236-5377
Midas Kearney
102 West 25th Street Kearney, NE 68847
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We have full service mills with pelleting capabilities at Juniata and Minden.
We also have a mix mill at Sutton. All the mills have bulk delivery to serve
your needs. We have also expanded our feed operations in North West
Nebraska. Store hours are 7:30-5 Monday through Friday and 7:30-12 on
Saturday. We are closed on Sundays.
800-410-4117
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From the next generation of Best in
Class “Weatherized Mineral” Wind
and Rain STORM Mineral to Intake
Modifying Technology from Purina
Animal Nutrition we are bringing the
best to you.
Crystalx and Rangeland low moisture tubs provide a wide range of
formulas to cover any feeding situation, from low quality roughages, fly
control, weaning stress, and breeding
time we have something for you.
4H and FFA are an area that the CPI
Feed Division really excels. We have
all the specialized show feeds and
top dresses to give your animal the
winning edge. From poultry to pigs,
lambs to calves, we have the experience to help you on your project.
We undergo an annual Land O Lakes
Feed Quality Assurance Audit that
guarantees you will receive the safest, highest quality feed that can be
produced. The last three years we
have received a perfect score on the
audit.
Feed
Expansion Provides New Opportunities
Hi-Tech Livestock.........................Tim Uden
Three-Act Playbook......................Tim Uden
Best In Show Improve before auction and fair
Most For Your Money High quality, low cost
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Anthony Pingel
ADVERTISING MANAGER Anthony Pingel
HASTINGS CPI (402)-463-5148
CONTRIBUTING AUTHORS Bob Fifield, Dan Olson, Todd DeVries,
Gail Ortegren, Anthony Pingel, Harlan Schafer, Kirt Watson, Jon Botsch,
Gary Brandt, Tim Uden, Ron Ziggafoos, Brooke Johnson
CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Melissa Seiler, Ron Ziggafoos, Carrie
Lacy, Joyce Mohling, Becky Rodocker, Brenda Schumm, Vicki Yost, Todd
DeVries, Doug Ahrens
CONTRIBUTING PHOTO Dale Brooks, Anthony Pingel, stock.xchng
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Bob Fifield
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER Dan Olson
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER Charles Trutna
VP AGRONOMY Harlan Schafer
VP ENERGY Gary Brandt
VP GRAIN Gail Ortegren
VP CORPORATE AFFAIRS Ron Ziggafoos
PHONE (402) 463-5148
FAX (402) 463-7263
PHYSICAL ADDRESS
Cooperative Producers, Inc
265 N Showboat Blvd.
Hastings, Nebraska 68901
MAILING ADDRESS
Cooperative Producers, Inc
P.O. Box 1008
Hastings, Nebraska 68902-1008
For More Information on Cooperative Producers, Inc.
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CPI 2012 & BEYOND
> By Bob Fifield
It is hard to believe that the “New” CPI is now five years old. There have been many changes and much
growth since 2007. We started out with locations in 26 South Central Nebraska towns with 400 plus employees.
There are now 37 locations in Central Nebraska with over 600 employees. Sales in 2007 were $400 million. This
past year a new milestone was set with over $1 billion in sales. Profitability has gone from under $4 million to
$16 million per year. CPI, Cooperative Producers, Inc., believes strongly in the cooperative principles upon
which the original company was founded on in 1906. CPI, in the true cooperative sense, is an extension of its
owners’ farming and ranching operations. We are here to serve the needs of our owners with excellent facilities
and well trained employees. The profit CPI earns is returned to its patrons in the form of patronage, is used to
settle estates
and retirements of its members, and to continually improve and replace its assets.
The growth in CPI has come about and will continue in the future in four ways. The first is internal growth because of improvements
in facilities and service. The second is the merging of other cooperatives
into CPI. The growth through the acquisition of other businesses is the
third. The last way is growth through investments in LLCs. All growth
opportunities are presented to the CPI Board of Directors for their approval. Each opportunity must show a good financial payback and must
fulfill the CPI purpose.
As your farming operations grow and change, you have put more
demands on CPI facilities. We need speed and space in all divisions to
continue to service your needs. We have continued to make improvements. There is a limit on the amount we can reinvest every year. This
is based on our profitability and, ultimately, the strength of the balance
sheet. The costs of improvements continually escalate. CPI has been
reinvesting over $15 million per year in its operations.
CPI was formed by mergers. We have welcomed the opportunity to bring other cooperatives into CPI.
This past year we merged Farmers’ Cooperative Grain Company of Merna and Logan County Coop into CPI.
These were very successful cooperatives and have meshed nicely with the rest of our operations. When mergers
are done correctly and for the right reason, it is good for all patrons.
On July 1st we acquired Ted’s OK Tire of Sutton. It was a very well-run successful family business that
fit our needs of Mr. Tire in the Eastern Region. We have also added Archer Oil into our energy group. Both
of these filled voids in that department. We will continue to look at these types of opportunities in the future
in all divisions.
The BOD has continued to approve investments in LLCs. In 2008 we started Red Cloud Grain with
Lansing Trade Group. It has been very successful, and in 2012 we changed the name to CPI-Lansing, LLC, as
we began construction of the new BNSF shuttle loader in Fairmont. Construction is progressing nicely, and we
plan on a March 1st start up. Lansing Trade Group has grown into a tremendous partner. The energy division
has been invested in APM for about 7 years. This jobber fuel business has seen very good growth and return on
investment. This is a partnership with an OK coop, two Kansas coops, and one in Colorado. The sales dollars
from the LLCs do not appear on our financial statements; however, the profits on investments are recorded on
the financials, and they are listed on the balance sheet as investments.
In order to better serve your needs we make constant investments in CPI’s most important asset, its
people. CPI has a policy of providing outside training to all employees every year. There is ongoing specialized training for employees in all departments. Continually improving our employees’ knowledge pays dividends. As we have openings within the company, we are able to offer advancements to our work force because
they are prepared to take on new challenges. Senior Management and the BOD have ongoing training and
education to better prepare themselves and CPI for the future.
CPI, meeting your needs in 2012 and beyond. Your company, your future-Right Now.
Bob Fifield
CEO, Cooperative Producers Inc.
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A Snapshot Inside
> By Dan Olson
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CPI-Lansing has added a second facility
to its portfolio with a new shuttle loading facility
just west of Fairmont, NE. This facility will be a
combination of cement and steel totaling 2,100,000
bushels with a loop track and both 60,000 bushel
receiving and loading capabilities. This project
will be ready for operation March of 2013. CPILansing also has a shuttle loading facility in Red
Cloud, NE which has been very successful for the
companies the past few years.
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CPI has continued to grow this past year with
mergers in the North West territory including Merna,
Anselmo, Arnold, and Stapleton. This brings our total
number of CPI locations to 37. As we grow we have added
new application equipment, new dry and liquid fertilizer
receiving and blending capabilities at Stapleton and Merna,
tire trucks, fuel trucks, and high speed diesel pumps along
with a new 24 ton cake trailer and added feed product lines
for our cattle producers. At Arnold we constructed a new
525,000 bushel bunker and scale and look at continued
expansion at that facility in the years to come. We feel we
have some great growth potential in this NW region.
$15,000,000 BACK
CPI’s serious committment to speed and space
shows again this year adding an additional 1,600,000
bushels of storage lifting the company over 80,000,000
bushels of capacity. Upgrades and improvements of
grain, agronomy, energy, and feed facilities and equipment continue on a fast pace to better accomodate our
valued producers. Adding up Capital Expenses, Repairs
and Maintenance, Leases, and other Investments CPI put
more than $15,000,000 back in your facilities in 2012. A
strong commitment from our board of directors and the
management team, along with our employee group definitely sets CPI apart in the ever-growing ag world.
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‘EXPANDING A NETWORK’
A new and innovative program
that takes grain off the farm and
direct to the end user
> By Todd DeVries
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Direct to User
Marketing
arket access to ethanol
plants, processors, grain
terminals, and livestock
producers will expand your
business and offer you new networking possibilities. CPI Direct is a business tool your
operation can adapt to based on the amount
of services you provide on your own. We offer
FOB or delivered pricing based on your grain
handling capabilities. We want to reduce your
counter-party risk while giving you several contracting options (Cash, HTA, Basis, Offer, etc). Grain contracts and
accurate settlements are all through CPI. CPI Direct is also eligible for patronage (separate from CPI location grain).
This program comes backed with courteous and competent truck drivers and timely execution of grain movement. Let
us get you more for your FARM STORED GRAIN.
Contact Todd DeVries for more information or a price quote.
Phone (402) 463-5148
Raising the Bar
Expert staff and state-of-the-art equipment allows
your grain efficiency in every available market
> By Gail Ortegren
Cooperative Producers, Inc. has an extremely strong
grain division. We have the ability to store and move your
grain to every market available. The knowledge and experience of the marketing team, as well as the assets and
infrastructure of the company, allows us to efficiently move
your grain through our system from receiving to loadout on
truck or rail. We have invested, and will continue to invest,
in facilities that provide speed and space to handle harvest
needs.
Mobile (402) 469-5804
What is worse than waiting in lines for hours to dump your
grain? We pride ourselves on our quickness and ability to
get you on your way better than anyone else in the business! The location and capabilities of our facilities allows
access to ethanol, feeder, and export markets. CPI’s assets are essential in our role as a commodity management
partner, as well as enhancing our ability as a dependable
supplier of quality to our buyers’ grain needs. We have in
place a conservative risk management policy, and our access to capital keeps us properly positioned in the market.
Not only is managing risk important in the success of our
company, but a benefit to our patrons in expanding their
business as well.
Everyone seems to have a smart phone now, and CPI wanted to make checking local bids and the weather a breeze. So we developed our CPI Mobile
Website! This site is designed completely for mobile devices. Use it on your
Android or Iphone and any tablet you have. All you have to do is go to
m.cpicoop.com or mobile.cpicoop.com to browse freely without worry.
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Tools ranging from simple
to complex to meet your
grain marketing needs
> By Todd DeVries
tdevries@cpicoop.com
POINTS OF INTEREST
PRODUCERS INC.
Pricing Tools for
Grain Marketing
How to get more out of your farm
stored grain. CPI Direct will put
your farm to work for you
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COOPERATIVE
> By Anthony Pingel
Cash Contract Cash sale contract fixes quantity and price for nearby cash bid or a deferred
delivery period with no further price risk.
Basis Contract The basis is a price level in
cents/bushel above or below the CBOT futures.
Delivery date, quantity, and basis are established
against a specified futures month in a contract.
The final price is set by fixing the CBOT futures
level during CBOT trading hours.
Deferred Pricing This contract allows for
movement of grain without establishing a price.
Unlike storage, charges will vary with market
conditions. It is important to note that title
to the grain passes to the buyer upon delivery.
This contract is also known as Price Later or No
Price Established (NPE).
Hedge to Arrive
The CBOT futures price
is set at the time the contract is made, and the
basis is established at a later date. This contract
allows the ability to take advantage of high futures market and possible basis improvement
later. Basis must be established prior to first
notice day of the futures month.
Deferred Payment
Contract allows the
customer to take income in the tax year that
best fits financial requirements and cash flow
needs. This agreement corresponds with other
contracts and sets the date and amount of payment. Title to the grain passes to the buyer at
the time of delivery.
Commodities:
YELLOW
CORN
WHITE
CORN
MILO
SOYBEANS
WHEAT
Markets:
* Rail Export
*Truck Ethanol
*Feedlot
*Mexico
*West Coast Feed Mills
*Wheat Flour Mills
*Soybean Processing Plants
TRADING TIP
ADVANCE TRADING, INC.
Advance Trading, Inc. is a branch of CPI that allows
patrons individual commodity trading accounts.
Use this tool for your grain and livestock hedging
as well as comparing your futures and other options. The branch office is located in Hastings, NE.
Call 402.463.5148 and ask for Paul Phelps.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF PRECISION
INCREASING TECHNOLOGY
TO IMPROVE YIELDS
> By Harlan Schafer
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THE IMPORTANCE OF PRECISION
INCREASING TECHNOLOGY TO IMPROVE YIELDS.
> By Harlan Schafer
The technology available to agriculture has exploded in recent years and continues to change rapidly. From established practices of grid sampled soil analysis and variable rate fertilizer application, CPI is ready to incorporate the
latest tools of variable rate seed prescriptions, soil moisture profile monitoring, and variable rate irrigation control.
The greatest challenge you may face is managing all the data and turning it into useful information. CPI300 is a
unique data-management tool that will help take all those brightly colored maps from PRECISION to DECISION
by incorporating all of your data into one power decision-making tool. So whether you’re just starting out or ready
to drive production and profits to new highs, CPI has a precision program for you. Our goal is to make your next
harvest your best harvest by giving you more yield in the same field. Talk to one of our Agronomy Specialists today!
(NAPS)—Those who paid attention during basic chemistry classes may recall
that phosphorus is one of three essential elements for plant life. Without phosphorus, farming and food production would be impossible. For this reason,
some say that phosphorus is just as important as oil in the industrial world.
However, while issues involving petroleum are front-page news, phosphorus rarely garners any attention at all. That is,
unless you work in agriculture. The truth is that phosphate rock is a limited resource and supplies are under siege.
Dr. Larry Sanders, president and CEO of SFP, warns that phosphate is finite in nature, and supplies are threatened
by geopolitical situations which is compounded by the fact that phosphorus, when applied as a fertilizer, loses as much as
75 to 95 percent of its value due to “lock-up” in the soil. He says the fixation of phosphorus in the soil makes much of the
element unavailable for plant uptake. Fortunately, today there is AVAIL®.
AVAIL® Phosphorus Fertilizer Enhancer is added to phosphorus fertilizer and allows a much higher percentage of
the nutrient to be available for plant uptake. Increased uptake can improve plant health, facilitate a stronger root structure,
and generate better crop growth. The results are higher-yield opportunities for any crop where AVAIL-treated phosphorus
is applied.
To learn more, visit www.sfp.com.
Crop Protection Crop Nutrients
How to increase your yields and increase your
bottom line. Chemistry may be the solution.
> By Kirt Watson
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We Are 300
Finally taking all your collected resources and
making decisions from that information.
> By Harlan Schafer
CPI300 is precision agriculture at its very
finest. It’s about unlocking the secrets of every acre
and turning them into higher yield and higher profit
for your operation.
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CPI300 incorporates all the basics of grid sampling and
variable rate application with all the latest technologies available
to your farm and from all of your input and equipment partnerseven data you have sitting on a shelf from years ago! CPI300
is about accountability. Knowing that every dollar you put into
your crop returns greater profits to you, and because you only
get one shot at your best crop every year, you need CPI300.
You can compare your results, with those achieved on
thousands of acres just like yours, by using DataLink, the searchable database in CPI300 that will allow you to see what the most
progressive farmers are doing and what’s working and what’s
not.
The science of agriculture really hasn’t changed, but our
ability to interpret and tap into that science is expanding every
day. Move your farm from Precision to Decision with CPI300
this year. CPI and CPI300: Right. Now.
PI is aggressively working to increase producers’ profitability by offering yield enhancing products that maximize the results
from every pass over your fields. Examples
include products like Avail® to enhance the efficiency of
phosphate fertilizers and Nutrisphere® that keep your
nitrogen investment in place and available to your crops
longer into the growing season. CPI’s team of agronomy
experts can help you choose the right crop protection
chemistry to promote better root growth, plant health, insect control, weed control, and higher yields to put more
bushels in your bin and more dollars on your bottom line.
With a full complement of state-of-the-art application
equipment, facilities, and personnel CPI will deliver the
best chemistries available making CPI your best choice
to take on tough weed control problems with multiple
modes of action, residual control, and expert application.
Will your farm be able to produce
more to feed a growing population?
See if the 4 R’s will help.
American agriculture has a
> By Harlan Schafer
big job in front of it: to play a
major part in feeding a growing global population, an estimated 9 billion people by 2050. That means the most efficient farmers in the world need to do even more with less.
More grain, more food, more feed with less land, less water,
and less loss. In order to preserve our natural resources every dollar invested in the crop needs to be utilized efficiently.
That means getting the Right Nutrients, in the Right Place, at
the Right Rate, and at the Right Time. CPI is a partner with
The Fertilizer Institute in 4R Nutrient Stewardship, promoting agriculture with a careful eye on preserving America’s
natural resources for generations to come. We care because
you care. CPI: Right. Now.
To learn more about
4R Nutrient Stewardship
go to :
www.nutrientstewardship.com
or
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The World of Farming is Changing
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BEAN ARMOR
New CPI seed treatment that
will fight alongside your beans to
produce maximum yield
> Jon Botsch
Contact a CPI Specialist to
shield your beans today
402-463-5148
BEAN ARMOR
You plant a seed expecting it to grow… But unfriendly
elements and soil-borne diseases can weaken the seed
and hinder your crop. Protect your investment from the
start; safeguard your beans with Bean Armor. Bean Armor
stimulates early growth and protects against diseases to
maximize your yield. A strong start means a strong finish.
Don’t take the risk. You wouldn’t send a knight to battle
without his armor; don’t plant your beans without Bean
Armor.
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BEAN ARMOR
hen we talk about weather, one thing
is always certain: no two years are ever
alike. This year we dealt with one of
the worst droughts in the last 50 years,
and only two years ago we were dealing with very cool and wet conditions. We at CPI have found
that to have a successful growing season with these uncertain
conditions you need to do the right things to help manage risk.
One great way to protect your investment is by checking into
our new seed treatment, Bean Armor. Bean Armor is designed
Seed treatment that will act as a shield to protect your soybean seed against unfriendly elements in
and protect your beans from day one. the soil that can hinder seed development and eventually damage your yield. Bean Armor is a combination of fungicides,
> By Jon Botsch insecticide, inoculate, and growth promoter that delivers the
total package for soybean seed treatment. Each year you go
through the same routine. You plant a seed expecting it to
grow. Instead of hoping for success, insure it and protect your
beans with Bean Armor. Talk to your local CPI agronomist
about getting your soybean seed treated for 2013.
Protect Your Investment
Our Seed Lineup
A complete lineup of quality
seed; all you will have to decide
is who to start
> By Jon Botsch
Cooperative Producers Inc. offers a complete lineup of seed products from tillage radishes to hybrid
corn and everything in between.
> LINEUP
ASGROW
2B
DEKALB
RF
MYCOGEN
LF
NK BRAND
SS
CROPLAN
CF
ARROW SEED
3B
One advantage we have is CPI, along with our seed partners, can take
care of your seed needs on all soil types with all of the best products in
today’s market. Being expected to grow more crops on your land is a big
task and something that no farmer should have to take on alone. We are
here to get your farm ready for any challenge while taking some of the
stress off of your back. How can we do that you might be wondering? We
deliver you the best genetics and technologies available and place those
products properly on your farm insuring the best possible return on every acre. That is what CPI brings to you. We are a partner, but we are
also a friend, and we want to help carry some of your burdens. Contact
your local CPI agronomist to develop a plan to find the right seed, for the
right place, at the right rate. We are here to help RIGHT NOW!
YOUR GUIDE
All of the top producing hybrids have
been selected by our experts and placed
in our Seed Guide for 2013
T
> By Anthony Pingel
he 2013 seed guide is our selection of
the top performing seed hybrids for
corn and soybeans next season. The
selections come from our knowledgeable sales
representatives, expert agronomists, nutritionists, and local dealers who make it easy to select
seed products that are best matched to your farm’s
conditions. To look through the seed guide, just
scan the code below into your phone or go to www.
cpicoop.com. If you have any questions please call
your local sales rep or agronomist.
2013 SEED GUIDE
Central Nebraska
Growing Partnerships Through Agriculture While Delivering Value To Our Owners And Communities
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Good. Fast. Great Value. Pick all 3!
Is the check engine light for oil changes glowing red on your
dashboard? Is the windshield sticker from your last oil change
so old you can’t read it? Whether you’re overdue for an oil
change or just looking for someone who can change your oil
while maintaining the rest of your car, SpeeDee and Midas of
Grand Island and Kearney are the right place for you.
Inside Energy:A Traveler’s Realization
Energy growth through partnerships and
relationships
> By Gary Brandt
Our SpeeDee oil change offers great oil service values and
will have you in and out of our shop before you know it. Ask
for an oil change and a trained Midas technician will select
the correct oil for your vehicle, perform an oil and filter service, and complete a Midas Touch™® Courtesy Check which
includes a visual check of your engine air filter, brake fluid,
power steering fluid, automatic transmission fluid, and coolant/antifreeze, and show you the manufacturer’s recommendations* for maintaining these vital fluids and filters.
*Subject to availability
For fast, reliable oil change service, contact your CPI Midas
and SpeeDee today.
308-395-8114
Midas Grand Island
3208 West Old Potash Highway, Grand Island, NE 68803
308-236-5377
Midas Kearney
102 West 25th Street, Kearney, NE 68847
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Inside Energy:
A Traveler’s Realization
Energy growth through partnerships
and relationships
> By Gary Brandt
F
Flying back to Omaha from Denver gives everyone on
a plane time to think. I am sure many think about the
next day’s business or perhaps the hassles at the airport. I find myself looking out the window at the pivot
circles that surround the towns that consist of CPI’s
trade territory. What an unavoidable reminder of the
power of agriculture in Nebraska. The trip I was on
ultimately resulted in CPI receiving the “Grand Summit Energy Award” from our primary energy supplier, CHS/Cenex. Returning from the trip with an award is a humbling experience. Many fellow cooperatives congratulated me as a representative of CPI, and I worked to express
to them the hard work everyone at CPI put in to continue our record growth
and success. Without our customers to purchase our goods and services,
our front line employees to deliver best in class service, and our leadership
to continue raising the bar, the energy group could not be what it is.
Sitting in my little airplane seat with my tray table down I worked to create
a simple document to express what CPI does every day for its energy employees and customers. It was many hours later that I saw the true nature of
our business. We have customers that count on us every day to provide an
array of goods. As varied as those goods are the needs remain the same. We
must give the customer what they want, when they want it, and we must be
pleasant and accommodating while doing it. On any given day last year we
provided 3659 Snickers bars and 4782 cups of coffee. We installed 125 tires
and repaired 98 flats while changing 54 cars’ oil. Without running out of
diesel fuel at our bulk plants during the most severe irrigation season we have
ever experienced we delivered 92,000 gallons per day while making sure that
1,100 gallons of oil were taken care of. Pizza? 320 slices per day. Espresso?
58 shots per day. Drivability car problems? 21 solved every day. 20 car
washes per day. CPI is there for the customer because the customer is there.
ESPRESSO MUSING
Driving home from Omaha I stopped at one of our Amprides and walked
over to get my usual Mountain Mudd double espresso dry macchiato. I was
greeted by three employees and four customers. How pleasant it was to be
back among casual acquaintances that treated me like a long held friend.
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After the coffee was gone and the paperwork finished I headed out to visit Mr. Tire
stores. Again, I ran head long into friendly
customers and employees. Our new store
in Sutton (formerly Ted’s OK Tires) was a
frenetic place. The seven staff members
were synchronized in a choreographed
frenzy of paperwork, tires, and oil, yet all
had a good word and friendly hello waiting for me. The new customers were likewise happy to be receiving service that is
second to none. Strategic acquisitions like
this allow CPI to provide even more critical services to our primary clientele. Rural
Nebraska residents need to have first class
facilities, and CPI is committed to finding
the partners and businesses that we can
join with. Existing stores are remodeled
and updated as budget, time, and technology permit. Our gas stations have all undergone extensive behind the scenes technology upgrades that will allow us to take
your credit card transactions seamlessly
and with encrypted security. New pumps
in Giltner, Ragan, Anselmo, and Minden
compliment a commitment by CPI to
make the CPI gas card available in or near
every town where we do business.
yet more lubricant companies make CPI a formidable
force in AG lubricants, delivering over 300,000 gallons
in Nebraska. Shortly before Major Oil came on board
with CPI we entered into a distribution agreement with
Archer Oil, a division of Growmark. CPI has been
tasked with using our service and delivery to take this
first quality Archer oil to the farmer dealers that redistribute them to the end user. It is a joy to have Archer as
yet another point of pride for Mid-Nebraska Lubricants.
Archer began as airplane oil back in the bi-plane days
and has evolved into a brand known for free oil samples
and unsurpassed quality. Regardless of the color or age
of your equipment CPI can provide extended warranties, oil sampling, and advice on drain intervals using a
variety of oils from a variety of manufacturers.
PARTNERS DEVELOPING RELATIONSHIPS
At my meeting a recurring topic of discussion was
drought and its impact on agriculture. During the flight
I saw the sun turn Lake McConaughy and the Platte
River basin a beautiful golden color. A fitting indication of the value of water. This past year pushed CPI to
new heights in volumes within the energy department.
The three irrigation months of June, July, and August
saw us deliver nearly 8.3 million gallons of premium
diesel. We are now averaging over 1 million gallons a
month through our gas pumps. The 25 gas stations we
have are servicing a rural population of 16,500. In 11
cases they are the only fueling station available, and in
24 cases they are the only farmer owned fueling stations
CUSTOMERS & EMPLOYEES AS PARTNERS
Reflecting on the trip I realize the number of people that
make CPI’s retail and energy successful. You can begin with
the 94,000 customers at our Farmers Coop GW grocery store
in Red Cloud or the 24,000 people who buy lunch at the
Godfather’s Pizza. Maybe the 24 transport and tank wagon
drivers are the key in addition to the 8 operations people in
Juniata. It could even be the 63 tire employees that stretch
from Wilcox to Sutton. Ultimately, it is the tens of thousands
of individual customer-employee interactions that make CPI
and the Energy group relevant to agriculture in Nebraska.
The baseline impact agriculture has on the economy of Nebraska is reflected in the 120,000,000 million dollars of business the Energy group does that multiplies tenfold as it gets spent throughout the towns where you live.
FUNK - WILCOX - AXTELL - TRUMBULL - GILTNER - SUTTON - STAPLETON - MINDEN
SUPPLIERS BECOME PARTNERS
Returning from the Sutton Mr. Tire to
Hastings I see the Major Oil Sales sign on
a repurposed munitions building. Beginning back in 1992 I formed a relationship
with Major Oil Sales Hastings. Craig, the
owner, came to the CPI Midas in Kearney
to sell us specialty oils and supplies. That
relationship continued as Craig began
bringing automotive supply liquids to our
Ampride stores. Now, twenty years later,
Craig has brought his skills and customers to Mid-Nebraska Lubricants. The addition of another salesperson, another delivery truck, and supply agreements with
available. Our Cenex brand gives us the opportunity to sell
premium diesel at some locations, support a 2% rebate on
Cabela’s branded Visa cards, and lock in supply during times
of heavy demand. The relationship CPI shares with CHS/
Cenex is interdependent in many ways. Having a partner
with two Midwestern refineries is key to maintaining fuel
supply. CPI’s retail gas stations provide a constant measurable use of gallons from CHS’s two refineries. Being a partner that pulls constant gallons allows CPI to negotiate and
demand increased levels of supply and storage from CHS/
Cenex. Past programs such as the railroad diesel fuel in Axtell have been replaced by Condo diesel storage programs in
North Platte and Osceola, Nebraska. Our leased storage of
390,000 gallons gives CPI a three day inventory cushion during irrigation season. No other Midwestern refiner or supplier has storage programs to support CPI.
1-800-325-2379
ANSELMO - KENESAW - JUNIATA - WOOD RIVER
HASTINGS - RED CLOUD - ARNOLD - LAWRENCE
QUALITY SERVICE
Premium diesel, gas, convenience
stores, tires, tire trucks, diesel exhaust
fluid, floor dry, groceries, coffee, pizza,
propane, lubricants, grease, auto repairs, and customer service are ready
for you. It really does bring us value
having such quality customers. If you
have any questions about our products
or want to know more you can visit our
energy page on our website. Just go to
www.cpicoop.com. Also “like” our Mr.
Tire page on facebook for sale updates,
new inventory, and always take part in
chances to win prizes. Thanks for your
business. We can’t wait to see you at
one of our locations soon.
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EMPLOYEES
THE
OF COOPERATIVE PRODUCERS INC.
6 Tricks of the Trade
The important values and qualities we pride
ourself on having in our employees
> By Ron Ziggafoos
CPI’s corporate purpose statement is “Growing
Partnerships Through Agriculture While Delivering Value
to our Owners and Communities.” In order for us to deliver
on our purpose, we must have a system in place that focuses
on “Employees Committed to Delivering Value.” We believe
this is one of our core values that cannot be sacrificed. We
must look at six major areas to do this properly.
To start, hire qualified and engaged employees. We
utilize modern screening technology to assist us in placing the right people in the right seats so as to make them
more satisfied with their jobs. Satisfied employees are more
productive, feel rewarded by their accomplishments, and
provide superior customer service.
Next, provide ongoing career development opportunities. One of our objectives is that every CPI employee
will participate in a training program provided by an outside
resource on at least an annual basis. With over 600 employees this is a daunting task.
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However, we believe it’s critical for professional growth. In
addition, we strive to promote from within, to respond to
those employees that have aspirations of growth.
Third, maintain a T.E.A.M. atmosphere. The
culture we work towards is one where “Together Everyone
Achieves More.” Fourth, providing S.O.T.A. equipment
and tools. Our Board of Directors, staff, and employees are
very proud of the commitment we make towards providing State-Of-The-Art equipment and facilities. We are very
conscientious of the appearance and quality of our patrons’
assets as well as our fiduciary responsibility to be good
stewards of the company’s resources.
Number five on our list is maintain a competitive compensation package. To hire and retain the best
employees we must be positioned competitively in the
marketplace. Finally, encourage community involvement.
Currently we have operations in 37 central Nebraska communities. These communities are where our employees
work; where their children attend school; where they go to
worship or otherwise participate in a variety of organizations. We encourage employees to get involved.
The only true, differentiating characteristic any
one company has over its competitors is its employees. By
focusing on our corporate purpose and our core values, we
are fortunate to have the best employees in the industry.
Careers In Ag
In a growing industry, we are the place
to be for a strong career path > By Harlan Schafer
As a full service agricultural retailer, there are lots of different
kinds of jobs at CPI. But if you’re looking for a strong and growing
company where you’d like to build a career, CPI is a great place to start
(and finish). CPI has many positions designed to help you learn while
you earn. With a strong company emphasis on safety and career development you will always be well prepared and well-equipped for every
new step along the way. So check out the current job openings at CPI
and find out how you can grow with the company that’s in the business
of growing…CPI.
To learn more about
CPI job opportunities go to :
www.cpicoop.com/index.php/employment
or
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Quality Communication Skills
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COOPERATIVE INC.
PRODUCERS
“We pride ourself on
staying abreast of the
latest technology.”
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FEED NEWS
Three-Act Playbook
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You only want the best for your animals,
so use products that show you care
Hi-Tech Livestock
BEST IN SHOW
Choose CPI feed. It’s the right choice for
your animal production this year.
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Improve your livestock before auction and fair
> By Tim Uden
et the CPI Feed Division be your
one stop shop for all your animal
production needs.
Technology is ever changing in agriculture today, and the CPI Feed Division prides itself on staying abreast of the latest technology
to provide the most cost efficient rations for our
clients.
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From the next generation of Best in
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Animal Nutrition we are bringing the
best to you.
> By Tim Uden
ACT ONE: KEEP IN LINE The CPI Feed Division has a complete line of Power Fence Systems from Gallagher to keep your
animals where they belong. Find out what you need to build an
electric fence and what type of fence system best suits your needs.
Nobody likes getting called while they are in town to hear that
one of the cows is out on the road. Pick a proven quality item
from the beginning and eliminate worrying about your animals.
ACT TWO: WET MY WHISTLE Need a waterer? We have
Crystalx and Rangeland low moisture tubs provide a wide range of
formulas to cover any feeding situation, from low quality roughages, fly
control, weaning stress, or breeding
time, we have something for you.
4H and FFA are areas the CPI Feed
Division really excels. We have all
the specialized show feeds and
top dresses to give your animal the
winning edge. From poultry to pigs,
lambs to calves, we have the experience to help you on your project.
you covered with Miraco Livestock Water Systems. From energy
free to traditional waterers-we have something to fit your needs.
Heavy Duty, Rugged, Livestock Safe, Durable, Low Maintenance,
Long Life, Reduced Algae, Water Efficient, Energy Free, your livestock is guaranteed a year round supply of cool, fresh, clean, and
efficient water supply. An essential component in achieving optimum livestock management growth rates.
ACT THREE: ONE STOP SHOP We align ourselves with re-
search-driven feed suppliers to provide you with the best opportunities available. The CPI Feed Division has three feed mills and
eight delivery trucks to service your bulk feed requirements. We
have bag feed available at 24 locations across the state and a route
truck to keep feed where you need it.
We strive to find the highest quality to give you the most for your money.
We undergo an annual Land O
Lakes Feed Quality Assurance Audit
that guarantees you will receive the
safest, highest quality feed that can
be produced. We have received a
perfect score on the audit for the
last three years.
Also available: we have creep feeders, hay feeders, and feed bunks. Just contact our feed specialists today!
tuden@cpicoop.com
knielsen@cpicoop.com
Phone (800) 410-4117
Phone (308) 830-1687
www.cpicoop.com/index.php/feed
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Where Will Your Tires
Take You?
Where will your tires take you this weekend? CPI-Mr. Tire gets your vehicle in
peak performance giving you the freedom to roam wherever! So find a spot
and recharge your mind from a stressful week because simple pleasures can
sometimes have the greatest impact.
By your side, ready to get you on the road!
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