Centra Sota Cooperative is about people – our customers, our members and our family of employees. Our high standard for customer service is not just a business strategy, it is an essential part of who we are and how we operate.

As a cooperative, we are supported by our members who in return receive patronage. Our members also have access to many benefits and services by supporting Centra Sota Cooperative.

The Centra Sota story began in 1877 when farmers joined together to market milk and butter through a local creamery. In 1922, Producers Coop Creamery was formed and became the first cooperative to produce Land O Lakes Sweet Cream Butter.

Since the 1940s, we have grown and acquired other cooperatives in central Minnesota, resulting in the name change to Centra Sota Cooperative. While we have a history of growth, our focus has remained on the benefit it would have for our member owners, and not growing for growth sake.

Our business has continued to evolve as we strive to not just meet, but to exceed, the expectations of our members and our growing base of customers.

We are now a well-rounded cooperative with strong business units in agronomy, energy, feed and grain, country stores, and lawn care.

Our knowledgeable, dependable team delivers a comprehensive menu of products and services. A core part of our strength stems from innovation and we strive to be a leader when it comes to everything from new products and techniques to new technologies and best practices.

Agronomy

Country Stores

Lawn Care

Energy Services

Feed and Grain

Finance and Insurance