To improve efficiency and create consistency across operations, UFC needed a solution that could eliminate bottlenecks while standardizing processes across all locations.
Company Name: United Farmers Cooperative
Location: Farragut, Iowa
Upgrade: Greenfield agronomy facility with standardized Kahler Automation system
“Now it’s virtually no wait time — just in and load and go.”
— Ron Tvinnereim, Asset Manager, United Farmers Cooperative
United Farmers Cooperative was operating with an aging system that was nearly 30 years old and no longer capable of supporting the efficiency required for modern agronomy operations.
The outdated setup led to significant delays, with trucks sometimes waiting one to two hours or more to be loaded. Additionally, differences between systems across locations created challenges for staff supporting multiple facilities.
To boost efficiency and ensure consistent operations, UFC needed a solution to remove bottlenecks and standardize processes across all locations.
United Farmers Cooperative chose Kahler Automation to create a more unified and scalable system across its facilities.
By implementing the same automation platform at multiple locations, UFC established a standardized operating environment. This allows employees to easily move between sites and operate equipment without additional training, improving flexibility and collaboration across the organization.
The ability to maintain consistency across locations was a key factor in the decision.
With the new Kahler Automation system in place, United Farmers Cooperative has significantly improved both speed and operational efficiency.
The most noticeable improvement has been the elimination of long wait times. Where trucks previously waited up to one or two hours, they can now move through the facility with little to no delay, creating a smooth “load-and-go” process.
In addition to speed improvements, the standardized system has made operations more seamless across locations. Employees can support multiple facilities with ease, helping the cooperative operate more efficiently as a whole.
By implementing Kahler Automation across multiple sites, United Farmers Cooperative has created a more unified and flexible operation.
Standardized systems and processes allow teams to work more efficiently, reduce training complexity, and ensure consistent performance across all locations.
This consistency supports long-term growth while making day-to-day operations simpler and more effective.