COMPANY NEWS
Roger Kienholz Retirement Celebration
Join us to celebrate Roger Kienholz upcoming retirement on Friday, December 20 from 4-7pm at The Venue in Mankato.
Roger Kienholz Announces His Retirement
After 25 years of dedicated leadership and service, Roger Kienholz, Crystal Valley CEO, has announced he will be retiring at the end of this calendar year.
Crystal Decisions - Replicated Plot Harvest
Jason Leary, Ag Technology Manager, takes us along as he runs through some of the data the Crystal Decisions team has collected during their replicated plot harvest.
Employee Spotlight: Derek Firchau - Grain Location Manager
Derek Firchau, Grain Location Manager in Madelia, MN, has a story deeply rooted in his hometown. Born and raised in Madelia, his journey with Crystal Valley started at just 16 years old.
Board of Director Nominations
Applications to serve on the Board of Directors must be submitted online or to a member of the nominating committee or received at the Crystal Valley main office by 4:30 PM on Tuesday, November 26, 2024.
Merger Vote Not Approved by Members
We would like to inform you that the proposed merger between Crystal Valley and New Vision Co-op was not approved.
Harvest Photo Contest
Capture the essence of the harvest season and show off your photography skills in our 2024 Harvest Photo Contest! The winner will receive a $100 Visa gift card and Crystal Valley goodies!
Crystal Decisions - Precision Planting Planter Prep
In the latest video from our Precision team, Ben Youngerberg and Dave Robran share about preparing for spring 2025! They touch on current deals that are happening along with some of the options they can offer to help set up your planter for success next spring.
Waseca County Farm Bureau’s - Farm and Home Safety Days
On September 10, Crystal Valley participated in Waseca County Farm Bureau’s - Farm and Home Safety Days at the Waseca County Fairgrounds.
Your Vote Matters!
Your vote matters! Complete your ballot to have your voice heard about the proposed merger between Crystal Valley and New Vision. Ballots must be returned to the Mankato office no later than 8:00 am on Tuesday, October 1st.
Employee Spotlight: Alli Zietlow - Sales Agronomist
Alli Zietlow, Sales Agronomist - La Salle, had always dreamed of living and working in Southwest Minnesota, and in the summer of 2021, that dream became a reality when she joined Crystal Valley as a sales agronomist.
Notice of Special Meeting
After completion of the merger study, the Crystal Valley board of directors determined a merger with New Vision Co-op is in the best interest of Crystal Valley. A Special Meeting to count ballots at 9:00 AM, will be held on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at the main office in Mankato.
Employee Story: Juan Marroquin - Location Manager
Juan Marroquin, Feed Location Manager in Trimont, MN, entered the world of agriculture right after he graduated from college in Mexico. It was there that he first discovered his passion for animal nutrition while working at a local feed mill.
Member Meeting Dates
Join us for our Merger Member Meetings to learn about the proposed merger between New Vision and Crystal Valley. This is a great opportunity to get all your questions answered and understand what this means for you and our communities.
Dan Trullinger Scholarship Recipient 2024
Crystal Valley is pleased to announce Jack Ammann, Precision Ag Intern – Mankato, MN, was awarded the 2024 Dan Trullinger Scholarship this year! This $2,000 scholarship is given to a Crystal Valley intern in memory of Dan Trullinger, a former Crystal Valley agronomist.
Submit Name Suggestions
As part of the proposed merger between Crystal Valley and New Vision Cooperative, a new name will be chosen for the new company. We are asking our customers and employees to submit suggestions, and you could even win $500!
Crystal Decisions R1 Fungicide Study
Up next in the 2024 Crystal Decisions video series, Jason Leary takes us through a R1 Fungicide Study. The study will compare Miravis Neo and Veltyma at Crystal Valley's Nicollet, MN plot.
Intern Newsletter - July 2024
See what our Crystal Valley summer interns have accomplished at the mid-way point of their summer internships!
Crystal Valley and New Vision Move Forward with Member Vote
Crystal Valley and New Vision cooperatives are pleased to announce that after a thorough merger study, the Boards of Directors for both organizations have agreed to move forward with a member vote. This vote will determine the potential unification of the two cooperatives.
Dual Training Program CertificateThrough South Central College
Crystal Valley is excited to announce they were approved for a $30,000 grant from the Dual Training Pipeline Program and the Office of Higher Education! Funds will be available for those who want to start their career as an Agriculture Applicator Technician (Custom Applicator) through South Central College.