History
CHS today is the result of many mergers of farmer-owned cooperatives. Significant events include the following.
In 1931 Farmers Union Central Exchange was founded in Saint Paul, Minnesota. That core cooperative company later became Cenex, a combination from the last two words in its former name.
In 1998, Cenex merged with Harvest States Cooperatives to form Cenex Harvest States.
In 2003, the cooperative changed its legal name to CHS Inc., with Cenex becoming the name of the energy brand.
John Johnson was the President and CEO. Johnson began his career with former Harvest States in 1976 as a feed consultant in the GTA Feeds Division, later becoming regional sales manager, director of sales and marketing and general manager of GTA Feeds. He retired from CHS Inc on December 31, 2010.
Carl Casale is the current President and CEO. Carl Casale became president and chief executive officer of CHS Inc., Jan. 1, 2011, after a 26-year career in agribusiness.
In November 2011, CHS Acquired Israeli, TASE listed, soy protein company Solbar Industries for $133 Million.
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