Modernizing an Ag Retail Facility for Efficiency and Growth

Modernizing an Ag Retail Facility for Efficiency and Growth

Featured in the CropLife 2021 Retail Facilities Report, United Farmers Cooperative (UFC) recognized that its nearly 30-year-old agronomy center needed to be upgraded to better serve customers and support future growth. As part of a new fertilizer and chemical facility in Farragut, Iowa, UFC focused on improving both capacity and efficiency.

The new site includes two load-out bays designed to simultaneously and accurately dispense fertilizer, along with bulk chemicals and water. Mini-bulks and hand-add products are handled through a weigh tank, with all measurement devices meeting legal-for-trade requirements. To streamline operations, all systems are fully integrated, allowing orders to move electronically throughout the facility. The result is a modern, scalable operation built to meet today’s demands while remaining ready for future expansion.

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Croplife, 7/1/21