FOR SALE

FCE is selling the following machinery. Please submit your sealed bids to the Main Office no later than Noon on June 20th 

  • 2011 John Deere 2950A Lawnmower- 72” deck, 1480 hours, motor is blown up, does not run
  • KSI Seed Conveyor Model 1208-37- tube is bent from wind damage
  • John Deere Z425- 54” deck, does not run

*All machinery is in Hanley Falls and can be viewed before bidding on. Contact Steve at 507-828-0575 for more information*


 

FCE will begin Free Price Later on corn and soybeans starting 2-17-25. If bushels are not priced by 9-26-25 a minimum storage fee of 12 cents/bu on corn and 18 cents/bu on soybeans is applied and normal storage rates will apply thereafter. Bushels on free DP can't be applied to any forward contract. All corn will be shrunk to 14% moisture. Subject to capacity constraints and may be shut off in certain locations at any time. Please watch the website for any updates. 

 

Daily cash text bids are now being sent through the FCE App. Download the app in the App Store and click 'Allow Notifications' to be included on the daily list. Please contact the office with questions.

 

 

 

 

 

We're hiring! 

CEO/General Manager
FCE is seeking a strong leader and business professional to lead the cooperative in the CEO/General Manager role. Responsibilities include but aren’t limited to leading an organization poised for growth while maintaining cost-effective operations, as well as guiding the performance of the organizational leadership and front-line staff. Requirements include at least 15 years of solid operational performance, a strong record of senior leadership capacity, high business ethics, an ability to relate to rural members with integrity, and enjoyment found in navigating the challenges associated with growers, marketplaces, and an ever-changing agricultural and grain industry. Knowledge of the grain industry, experience in diversified ag retail industry, and strong knowledge and understanding of cooperative principles are strongly preferred. A senior executive who respects and values the spirit, history, and loyalty of a long-lived organization with deep community roots will be a strong fit for this role. Application deadline is July 11, 2025.
To apply, contact: Kim Burnes, LEAD U2 ACTION at 952-270-8845 or kim@leadu2action.com
 

The FCE Grain Department continues to grow and is ready to assist in marketing decisions for your farm. In December we added Mark Schoenfeld to our team, who brings significant knowledge and an in depth understanding of grain markets and marketing tools to help boost profitability.

Going forward, we would like to establish guaranteed hours where a representative from our team will be in the office.

A Grain Marketing Representative will be in the Hanley Falls office Tuesday & Thursday from 9:00am-Noon and in Montevideo on Monday and Wednesday from 9:00am-Noon.

Walks-ins are always welcome, or feel free to contact us to make an appointment either in the office or on your farm. Remember to ask about the multiple styles of marketing contracts that you can use to fit your individual marketing needs.

Additionally, we usually will be available in person outside of these posted hours or available anytime by phone.

FCE Grain Marketing Team
Laura Ruble                Mark Schoenfeld
Grain Merch.              Grain Originator 
507-829-9552               507-706-1794

  

 

 

 

 

 

FOR SALE

FCE is selling the following machinery. Please submit your sealed bids to the Main Office no later than Noon on June 20th 

  • 2011 John Deere 2950A Lawnmower- 72” deck, 1480 hours, motor is blown up, does not run
  • KSI Seed Conveyor Model 1208-37- tube is bent from wind damage
  • John Deere Z425- 54” deck, does not run

*All machinery is in Hanley Falls and can be viewed before bidding on. Contact Steve at 507-828-0575 for more information*

 

We're hiring!

CEO/General Manager
FCE is seeking a strong leader and business professional to lead the cooperative in the CEO/General Manager role. Responsibilities include but aren’t limited to leading an organization poised for growth while maintaining cost-effective operations, as well as guiding the performance of the organizational leadership and front-line staff. Requirements include at least 15 years of solid operational performance, a strong record of senior leadership capacity, high business ethics, an ability to relate to rural members with integrity, and enjoyment found in navigating the challenges associated with growers, marketplaces, and an ever-changing agricultural and grain industry. Knowledge of the grain industry, experience in diversified ag retail industry, and strong knowledge and understanding of cooperative principles are strongly preferred. A senior executive who respects and values the spirit, history, and loyalty of a long-lived organization with deep community roots will be a strong fit for this role. Application deadline is July 11, 2025.
To apply, contact: Kim Burnes, LEAD U2 ACTION at 952-270-8845 or kim@leadu2action.com
 

FCE will begin Free Price Later on corn and soybeans starting 2-17-25. If bushels are not priced by 9-26-25 a minimum storage fee of 12 cents/bu on corn and 18 cents/bu on soybeans is applied and normal storage rates will apply thereafter. Bushels on free DP can't be applied to any forward contract. All corn will be shrunk to 14% moisture. Subject to capacity constraints and may be shut off in certain locations at any time. Please watch the website for any updates. 

The FCE Grain Department continues to grow and is ready to assist in marketing decisions for your farm. In December we added Mark Schoenfeld to our team, who brings significant knowledge and an in depth understanding of grain markets and marketing tools to help boost profitability.

Going forward, we would like to establish guaranteed hours where a representative from our team will be in the office.

A Grain Marketing Representative will be in the Hanley Falls office Tuesday & Thursday from 9:00am-Noon and in Montevideo on Monday and Wednesday from 9:00am-Noon.

Walks-ins are always welcome, or feel free to contact us to make an appointment either in the office or on your farm. Remember to ask about the multiple styles of marketing contracts that you can use to fit your individual marketing needs.

Additionally, we usually will be available in person outside of these posted hours or available anytime by phone.

FCE Grain Marketing Team
Laura Ruble                Mark Schoenfeld
Grain Merch.              Grain Originator 
507-829-9552               507-706-1794

  

Daily cash text bids are now being sent through the FCE App. Download the app here and click 'Allow Notifications' to be included on the daily list. Please contact the office with questions. 

 

 
 
 
   

Cash Bids
Hanley Falls
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Cottonwood
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Echo
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Minnesota Falls
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Montevideo
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Minneota
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Taunton
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Quotes are delayed, as of June 22, 2025, 07:47:02 PM CDT or prior.
All grain prices are subject to change at any time.
Cash bids are based on 10-minute delayed futures prices, unless otherwise noted.

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Contact Us
FCE Main Office
507-768-3448
800-626-2510
Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm
Closed Saturday-Sunday
Montevideo
320-269-6531
Hanley Falls South
507-768-3602
Echo
507-925-4126
Cottonwood Feedmill 
507-423-6235
Taunton
507-872-6161
Minnesota Falls
320-564-3835 
Minneota
507-872-6134
Cottonwood
507-423-6489

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