Agronomy Grain Feed Energy Careers Locations Pro Cooperative's History The Farmers Co-operative Company of Bradgate had its start in 1911 as a stock company. In 1912, the Gilmore Grain and Elevator Company was organized. Several years after the 1922 Capper-Volstead Act, both companies reorganized into true co-operatives. Each operated independently for many years acquiring additional property and storage from private companies and individuals. In 1958 Farmers Co-operative Company of Bradgate purchased The Charlton Grain Elevator in Rolfe and just a few years later, in 1961, a second private grain company was purchased. In 1969, these two co-operatives overwhelmingly approved a merger to form one co-op known as The Farmers Co-operative Company of Bradgate. That farmer-owned company grew and served the needs of its members and provided leadership and direction to the communities involved. About the same time, The Cement Plant in Gilmore City was acquired. The photo above was taken on July 14th, 1924 at the Gilmore City Cement Plant. In 1991 the Rutland Elevator Company was added to the mix and the company name was changed from Farmers Cooperative Company of Bradgate to Pro Cooperative with the introduction of a new company logo. In 1996, Pocahontas, Havelock, and Plover merged with Pro Cooperative and two years later, in 1998, Farmers Cooperative in Manson merged with Pro Cooperative as well. On January 1, 2009, Pro Cooperative joined forces with Farmers Cooperative Elevator Company as a combined cooperative, which added five locations; Ruthven, Graettinger, Terril, Wallingford and Milford’s Soy Solutions. Mid-year 2009 corporate headquarters was moved to Pocahontas, IA, to the center of the trade territory. In 2016, Pro Cooperative updated its logo to renew its commitment to serving its communities, members and employees. Most recently, in March 2017, Pro Cooperative acquired Houseman Oil Company in Estherville. The purpose of merging companies together is to build one strong organization as well as strive to uphold Pro Cooperative’s core values; Trust, Service, Fun & Safety. Today, Pro Cooperative continues to grow and is now serving 12 counties in northwest and north central Iowa. We are to investing in our communities, our people, and our facilities. All of the success of Pro Cooperative is possible because of you – the patron. We thank you for your business, and we look forward to growing with you in the future. Pocahontas early 1900’s Pocahontas 1950’s Pocahontas 1950 Pocahontas 1950’s Havelock 1950 Terril 1954 Bradgate 1960 Ruthven 1960 Terril 1963 Graettinger 1970 Bradgate 1970 Bradgate 1970 Pocahontas 1974 Plover 1974 Graettinger 1976 Gilmore City 1975 Rolfe’s Crew 1977 Bradgate’s Elevator office 1977 Manson 1980’s Harvest Manson 1980 Manson 1980 Havelock’s Bulk Energy Storage 1980 Havelock Bulk Energy Storage 1980 Graettinger 1990 Agronomy Sprayer – Pocahontas 1980 Gilmore City Auto Service Station1980 Gilmore City Auto Service Station’s Opening Day 1977 Ruthven 1980 Pioneer 1981 Cement Plant Office 1981 Havelock’s Fuel Pump 1981 Cement Plant’s Crew 1981 Manson 1982 Havelock 1990 Manson’s Harvest 1977 Estherville’s Sinclair Pump Station Estherville’s Fuel Truck 1994 Milford’s Bulk Energy 2004 Agronomy Seed Finance Precision Ag Team Soil Temp History Grain Cash Bids Harvest Hours Grain Resources Grain Marketing Team Feed Feed Energy Premium Fuel Auto Service Center Lubricants Dust Control Propane Team Careers Job Opportunities Beneftis Internships Apply Today Resources Announcements Customer Login Weather Locations Our History Board of Directors 17 3rd Ave NE Pocahontas, IA 50574 712.335.3060 Copyright © 2021. All market data is provided by Barchart Solutions. Futures: at least 10 minute delayed. Information is provided ‘as is’ and solely for informational purposes, not for trading purposes or advice. To see all exchange delays and terms of use, please see disclaimer.