Central Valley Ag, Randall Farmers Co-op Union approve landmark merger agreement
The combined entity, which will retain the Central Valley Ag name, is scheduled to commence joint operations on June 1, 2026.
USA – Central Valley Ag (CVA) and Randall Farmers Co-op Union (RFCU) have approved a merger following a successful member vote on April 29, 2026.
The unification, backed by the required two-thirds majority of RFCU members, marks a significant step toward strengthening services, resources, and long-term opportunities for agricultural producers across the region.
CVA, based in York, Nebraska, is a farmer-owned cooperative with agronomy, grain, feed, and energy locations in Iowa, Kansas, and Nebraska.
It is listed among the top grain-handling companies in North America, with 56 licensed grain storage facilities and 145 million bushels of storage capacity.
Headquartered in Randall, Kansas, RFCU is a full-service agricultural cooperative with locations in north central Kansas, providing services across grain, agronomy, feed, and energy.
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.
Both boards expressed strong confidence in the path ahead. RFCU Board Chairman Nathan Greene said that by joining with Central Valley Ag, the cooperative is ensuring continued service, stability, and growth opportunities for its patrons, employees, and communities, and that this is the right step forward for the next generation.
CVA Board Chairman Luke Carlson echoed the sentiment, stating that the merger strengthens the organization’s ability to serve producers across the region while staying true to the cooperative values that guide them, and that together they are building a stronger organization 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.
Maintaining strong local relationships and delivering consistent, high-quality service will remain a top priority throughout the process.
CVA and RFCU will officially unite on June 1, 2026. The combined cooperative will continue to provide a full range of agronomy, energy, feed, and grain products and services to meet producers’ evolving needs.
Additional details regarding integration timelines and operational updates will be communicated directly to members and employees in the coming weeks.
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