Elevator Works Toward a Bright Future
Sunday, May 4th, 2008The Equity Co op Elevator was founded in 1910 with a capital investment of $3000 by a few area farmers. These people had a dream and motivation to make a reality come true. That dream and reality of that elevator are still in existence.
The Equity elevator is now expanding and growing under the leadership of John Rick, the elevator’s manager. John, the Board, and the employees are working hard and diligently to improve the elevator for the town and for it’s patrons. The other day, I had the chance to speak with John about the elevator expansion.
In 2007, the co op tore down three large, concrete tanks to make room for the larger, steel tanks which hold about an extra 10,500 bushels for storage. On the south side of the elevator the new construction consist of a grain dryer to enhance the customer service. They are also constructing three new steel bins with a capacity of 200,000 bushels of grain. “The added storage will be a great benefit to our patrons in the future.”John said.
The Board consists of farmers in the Sheyenne - Oberon area.
Dan Birkeland - President
Neal Rud - Vice President
Doug Schmid - Secretary
Kent Myhre - Member
Todd Buehler - Member
Stuart Johnson - Member
Greg Rue - Member
We commend these people for their hard work and dedication.
The Elevator is a full service elevator dedicated to it’s patrons. If you are interested, they have set up a website, www.sheyenneequity.com. This has information on commodity prices and all of their services. You can also contact them via e-mail, coop218@gondtc.com.
This elevator has taken a chance and has proven once again that when we all work together a lot can be accomplished. As John Rick says, “We plan to be here for a long time.” Now THAT is some North Dakota spirit!