Show Highlights:

• Key hurdles for ag co-ops today, plus top differentiators. [04:04]
• How co-ops can evolve beyond assets to a farmer-support model. [07:17]
• Does farm consolidation outpace operational change? [09:29]
• Why patronage "and" broader shared co-op value can coexist. [14:34]
• Why are there so few closed deals despite M&A chatter? [20:30]
• Differentiating mega-local and regional/federated co-ops. [23:30]
• Strategies for successful co-op mergers and integration. [29:35]
• How to foster a strong board–management partnership. [38:36]
• New vs. experienced board member roles, and legacy in ag. [42:04]
• Carl Dickinson's post-retirement chapter helping co-ops. [45:56]

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/joemosher/, or schedule a call at www.moshercg.com.