Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Agricultural Solutions in Kansas
Midway Co-op has been a trusted partner in farming in north central Kansas for more than 110 years. Headquartered in Osborne, KS, we serve communities including Alton, Bellaire, Bloomington, and beyond. Our experienced team provides quality products and services to maximize production and profitability for local producers. We offer grain marketing, crop nutrients, seed treatment, custom applications, premium feeds, producer financing, and crop insurance. Our commitment to innovation includes precision agriculture and variable rate technology to optimize yields. We operate 12 year-round grain elevators with quick payment processing and farm pickup options. As manufacturers of Golden Feeds, we supply high-quality livestock feed for beef, swine, sheep, goats, and show animals. Our full-service feed mill and grind-and-mix facilities ensure timely delivery of custom rations.We support local communities through reinvestment and partnerships with organizations like fire departments, 4-H groups, and schools. Our financial strength enables annual patronage payments averaging 33 cents per bushel over the past decade. With agronomy centers in six locations, we provide field scouting, tissue sampling, and crop protection services using advanced equipment. Our petroleum division offers 24/7 fuel access and Mr. Tire service stations. Through Cooperative Finance Association, we deliver flexible crop input financing solutions. Our mission remains to serve members with a financially sound, professionally managed cooperative offering competitive pricing and expert support.
Services
Grain Marketing
Crop Protection
Feed Supply
Agronomy Services
Seed Treatment
Custom Applications
Crop Insurance
Fertilizer Supply
Livestock Feeds
Precision Agriculture
Details
- Year established: 1908
Highlights and features
- We've served Kansas farmers with grain and agronomy services since 1908
- Our 12 locations offer 14 million bushels of combined grain storage capacity
- We provide timely direct-to-farm feed delivery within three days or less
- Our precision agriculture services include field mapping and variable rate technology
- We offer flexible crop input financing through Cooperative Finance Association
What people say
Timely feed delivery
Knowledgeable agronomists
Competitive grain prices
Quality feed products
Experienced team members
Services
Grain Marketing
Midway Co-op provides comprehensive grain marketing solutions with 12 locations and 14 million bushels of storage capacity. Our year-round elevators offer onsite check printing for quick payments, with farm pickup available upon request. We help producers maximize returns through strategic marketing and provide access to crop insurance services. Our grain team can be reached at 785-346-2390 for current bids and market information.
Agronomy Services
Our full-service Agronomy Division offers seed selection, fertilizer application, and crop protection products. Experienced field agronomists provide field scouting, tissue sampling, and variable rate technology to optimize yields. With centers in six locations, we deliver custom application services using 120' booms and maintain relationships with aerial applicators for comprehensive coverage across north central Kansas.
Livestock Feeds
As manufacturers of Golden Feeds, we supply premium quality feed for beef, swine, sheep, goats, and show animals. Our Osborne feed mill and two grind-and-mix facilities produce custom rations with three-day delivery guarantees. We offer bulk and bagged options including specialized products for gestation, lactation, and show preparation, along with mineral packs and animal health supplements.
Crop Insurance
Midway Crop Insurance offers federal and private insurance products including MPCI, PRF, and livestock coverage. Our specialists use AgriSompo and NAU Insurance Services programs to create customized risk management plans. The Profit Matrix software helps analyze 128 price/yield scenarios to optimize coverage decisions, with expert support available from our licensed insurance team.
Petroleum Services
Our petroleum division provides 24/7 fuel access at select locations with Cenex gasoline and diesel. We offer bulk delivery of diesel, gasoline, and propane for residential and commercial use, along with DEF solutions and lubricant services. Mr. Tire locations in Lebanon, Luray, Mankato, and Osborne provide vehicle repairs, tire services, and farm tire maintenance through mobile service trucks.
People
Craig Mans
General Manager
Craig Mans leads Midway Co-op's operations with over 30 years of agricultural experience. He oversees strategic direction and daily operations across all departments, ensuring alignment with our cooperative's mission to serve members with quality products and services.
Ron Sothers
Vice President of Agronomy
Ron Sothers manages agronomy operations with expertise in crop protection and nutrient management. He leads our team of agronomists in providing field scouting, variable rate technology, and custom application services to help farmers maximize yields across north central Kansas.
Dean Heise
Feed Dept. Manager
Dean Heise oversees feed production and supply chain operations at Midway Co-op. With deep knowledge of animal nutrition, he ensures timely delivery of Golden Feeds products and manages formulation of custom rations to meet diverse livestock requirements at competitive prices.
Eric Mans
Crop Insurance Specialist
Eric Mans provides expert crop insurance guidance with specialized training in agricultural risk management. He helps farmers select appropriate coverage options from AgriSompo and NAU Insurance Services, utilizing advanced Profit Matrix software to optimize protection strategies.
Trevor Oliver
Vice President of Petroleum
Trevor Oliver leads Midway Co-op's petroleum division with focus on fuel supply chain efficiency. He manages bulk delivery operations, service station networks, and 24/7 fuel access solutions while maintaining quality standards for Cenex products and lubricant services.
Questions
What agricultural services does Midway Co-op offer?
We provide grain marketing, agronomy services, livestock feed supply, crop insurance, petroleum products, and precision agriculture solutions through 12 locations in north central Kansas.
How long has Midway Co-op been in business?
Midway Co-op has served Kansas farmers since 1908, maintaining our headquarters in Osborne while expanding to 12 operating locations across the region.
Do you offer crop insurance options?
Yes, through Midway Crop Insurance we offer federal and private insurance products including MPCI, PRF, and livestock coverage from AgriSompo and NAU Insurance Services.
What feed products are available?
We manufacture Golden Feeds for beef, swine, sheep, goats, and show animals, offering both bulk and bagged options with custom ration formulation capabilities.
Are financing options available for crop inputs?
Yes, we offer flexible financing through Cooperative Finance Association and other institutions to help farmers access necessary inputs when needed.
What are your fuel station hours?
Our Luray convenience store has summer hours 7am-9pm Mon-Sat & 10am-6pm Sun, with 24/7 fuel access at Lebanon, Luray, and Osborne locations.
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B. Asshole Dude Millertime
Jul 30, 2021
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Has gas a little bit everything ,, Although sometimes the gas pumps have problem with credit cards or card use after hours
