All Brands Owned by CHS Inc.

What does CHS own?

CHS owns grain terminals and processing plants, oil refineries, agronomy distribution, the Cenex fuel and convenience store brand, and nitrogen production at Spiritwood, North Dakota, plus stakes in the Ventura Foods and Ardent Mills joint ventures.

Is CHS publicly traded?

Not in the conventional sense. CHS is a farmer-owned cooperative with no public common stock, but five series of its preferred stock trade on the Nasdaq Global Select Market.

Who founded CHS?

CHS was formed in 1998 by the merger of Cenex, whose predecessor Farmers Union Central Exchange was founded in 1931, and Harvest States Cooperatives, formed from earlier grain cooperative consolidations.

Where is CHS headquartered?

CHS is headquartered in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, USA, in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.

How many brands does CHS own?

CHS operates under two principal brands: CHS for its agribusiness services and Cenex for fuel, lubricants, and convenience stores, alongside joint venture interests including Ventura Foods.

Who owns CHS?

CHS is owned by its members: farmers, ranchers, and local cooperatives across the United States. Earnings are returned to members through patronage and equity redemptions.

How large is CHS?

For fiscal 2025, CHS reported $35.5 billion in revenue, $597.9 million in net income, and approximately 10,700 employees. It is the largest farmer-owned cooperative in the United States.