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Rebuilding with Resilience: Roquette Restores LaHarpe, IL
For more than 50 years, Roquette’s LaHarpe, Illinois facility has played a vital role in the regional agricultural economy. Originally opened in the 1970s and acquired by Roquette in the early 1990s, the site has long served as a critical link in Roquette’s corn supply chain, moving grain by both
Planning for Commercial Hopper Bins – 8 Top Considerations
When it comes to storing and moving grain efficiently, durable hopper bins are the backbone of any modern agribusiness. Whether you’re expanding capacity or replacing aging equipment, making smart choices up front saves time, money, and stress down the road. Here are the top considerations Valley View Agri-Systems recommends for owners and
Match the Right Roof System to Your Grain Operation
Choosing the right roof for your grain bin is about more than looks. It affects how your grain performs in storage, how easily you can monitor conditions, and how much long-term maintenance — and risk — you’ll face. At Valley View Agri-Systems we help producers pair the best roof system with their operation’s size,
Top Tips for Managing Winter-Stored Grain
Winter storage brings a unique set of challenges — cold snaps, temperature swings, and the temptation to “set it and forget it.” Smart grain management now prevents headaches (and losses) in spring. Below are practical, field-tested tips to help you protect your crop, your equipment, and your bottom line. Inspect bins and
How The Equity Turned a Crisis into a Commitment to Community
For more than a century, The Equity has served farmers across southeastern Illinois with one clear focus: doing what’s right for their owners and the communities they serve. Founded in 1919, The Equity now supports producers across 23 counties through a full suite of services including agronomy, grain, feed and
Don’t Slack in Winter: Grain Safety Is a Year-Round Job
Winter brings a lot to the farm — snow, shorter days, and the relief of having harvest behind you. That can make it tempting to relax grain safety routines. Don’t. Cold weather brings its own set of hazards for grain storage and grain management, and the consequences of letting standards slide can be catastrophic. At