​Since our founding in 1927, the GROWMARK System has been a company of ethical integrity. Shaped over 50 years ago, our company values have remained constant through changing times.

Our values are:

• To improve the profitability of farming for agricultural producers
• To maintain sound financial policies and practices
• To preserve member ownership and control
• To lend support to Farm Bureau
• To provide fair and equitable treatment for employees
• To promote the welfare of the community and environmental stewardship
• To operate under sound business ethics and principles.

These values are the foundation for our company mission, “to improve the long-term profitability of our member-owners.” Derived to honor our values while encouraging unified growth as a system, our vision, “to be the best agricultural cooperative system in North America” was developed in 1999. The mission and vision of our organization guide every decision we make, including the strategic directions of the GROWMARK System:

• To foster a strong member system
• To grow and expand from our core businesses
• To expand our marketing territory
• To foster vertical integration opportunities where economic conditions are favorable
• To pursue mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures that will benefit our entire System.

Time-honored values coupled with forward-thinking strategic directions, a winning combination that guides the GROWMARK System.