Edison, Neb., August 26, 2021 – Ag Valley Co-op hosted a Local Leadership in Agriculture Co-op
Day on August 24th. 66 FFA students attended the event from Arapahoe, Cambridge,
Maywood, Medicine Valley, Southwest, and Southern Valley. Students learned about a Co-op
system, who Ag Valley is, and why Ag Valley is important to our local economy.
Students learned the importance of taking an opportunity and applying the skills they are
gaining in highschool in the future. Medicine Valley FFA Advisor, Tonya Mortensen, said, “I think
the event really showed mystudents the breadth and variety of employment opportunities that
Ag Valley can provide. Hearing speakers give advice such as “don’t say no” and “take advantage
of every chance” reminds students that there are so many ways to find a career path that truly
fits them. Agriculture is so much more than production farming and ranching, and many of
today’s students really benefit from seeing that in their local communities.”
Students heard presentations from CEO – Jeff Krejdl, Human Resources Director – Nikki
Marquez, Agronomy/Sales – Charles McGreer, Energy – David Dodson, Feed – Kurt Nielsen,
Grain – Brian Groskreutz, and Safety – Terry Klein. The students ended the day with a facilities
tour in Edison. Students had the opportunity to tour the Elevator, Dry Plant, and Liquid Plant.
About Ag Valley Cooperative
Ag Valley Co-op is a member-owned agricultural cooperative established in 1953 that serves
communities in west and southwest Nebraska and northwest Kansas. Patrons count on Ag
Valley Co-op to help them manage risk, process and market grain, buy feed, and fuel as well as
access the latest agronomy services. Members of the co-op are also eligible for significant
discounts on fleet vehicles. For more information, visit www.agvalley.com or follow us on
Facebook and Twitter.
