FAULKTON, S.D. (March 11, 2026) – Agtegra Cooperative (Agtegra) announced today that it plans
to construct a new, state-of-the-art feed mill in Faulkton, South Dakota. The 100,000-ton facility
will prioritize biosecurity and produce complete grind-mix bulk feed, primarily for swine and
poultry farms in South Dakota.
“Our farmer-owned cooperative has a long history of supporting livestock producers, and we
believe strongly in the future of livestock production in our region,” Agtegra CEO Jason Klootwyk
said. “We are investing in modern infrastructure that will provide producers with a high-quality,
biosecure feed supply while creating economic opportunities for our members and the
community.”
The mill will be located adjacent to Agtegra’s grain elevator east of Faulkton, where it will grind
locally-sourced corn and blend it with soybean meal, vitamins and minerals to produce
complete feed rations. By using more corn locally, it will create a consistent, value-added
domestic market for area farmers with reduced transportation needs and a more efficient and
sustainable cycle – from the crop to feed to livestock and back to the field.
The project reinforces Agtegra’s long-term commitment to the Faulkton community and is
expected to add a dozen local jobs. With a reliable, local feed supply and the growing interest
from livestock producers in the region, this new feed mill will create more opportunities for local
farmers to grow swine or poultry production or diversify their existing operation.
Agtegra has partnered with the South Dakota Governor’s Office of Economic Development on
this project. Earlier today, the Board of Economic Development approved this project for a
reinvestment payment to support continued livestock development in the state.
“This investment strengthens South Dakota’s livestock industry while creating a new valueadded market for local producers,” said Bill Even, commissioner of the Governor’s Office of
Economic Development. “Projects like this help keep more of our agricultural products working
here at home, supporting farmers, producers, and rural communities.”
Construction is starting soon, with the facility anticipated to be operational in 2027, marking an
important milestone in Agtegra’s continued investment in livestock, its member-owners and the
Faulkton community. Plans are underway for a groundbreaking ceremony, with details to be
shared soon.
About Agtegra Cooperative
Agtegra Cooperative is a local agricultural cooperative headquartered in Aberdeen, SD. It is
owned by 7,000 farmers and ranchers, predominantly in North and South Dakota, with a network
of over 70 locations and 850 employees. Agtegra and its legacy cooperatives have had a location
in the Faulkton, SD community since 1915. For more information, please visit www.agtegra.com
Agtegra location at Faulkton and rendering of future facility.
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