For over 60 years, GROWMARK and our FS member companies have stood alongside farmers, providing expert advice, innovative products, and reliable services to support agriculture's essential role in caring for the land. As local cooperatives, we understand that long-term agricultural success depends on balancing economic viability with environmental stewardship.
Sustainability isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. It requires a commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and partnership. We work with growers to implement practices that improve profitability while protecting soil health, water quality, and natural resources. Together, we're building an agricultural system that endures.
Optimizing Nutrient Use for Soil Health and Profitability
GROWMARK agronomists work with growers to develop nutrient management strategies that maximize efficiency, reduce waste, and protect water quality. By aligning nutrient applications with crop needs and soil conditions, growers can improve yields, reduce input costs, and minimize environmental impact. Our crop nutrients and expertise help farmers apply the right product at the right rate in the right place and at the right time.
Building Strong Soils for Long-Term Productivity
Healthy soil is the foundation of productive, sustainable agriculture. We support soil health initiatives that improve organic matter, increase microbial activity, and enhance water-holding capacity. From crop rotation and cover crop recommendations to conservation tillage practices, we help growers build resilient soils that sustain productivity for generations.
Protecting Water Resources While Improving Operations
Water quality and availability are critical to agriculture's future. We promote conservation practices and best management strategies that reduce runoff, minimize chemical loss, and protect groundwater. Our partnerships with growers focus on practical approaches to stewardship that also improve operational efficiency and reduce input costs.
Supporting Responsible Agricultural Practices
Environmental responsibility extends beyond individual practices. We encourage growers to consider the broader impact of their operations, from carbon management and biodiversity to community partnerships and long-term land stewardship. We support farmers who are committed to protecting natural resources and contributing to a healthier environment.
We provide the expertise, products, and services growers need to implement sustainable practices successfully. Our agronomists, product specialists, and local representatives work directly with farmers to:
Whether you're just beginning your sustainability journey or advancing existing practices, our team is here to support your operation, your profitability, and your stewardship of the land.
As a cooperative system, GROWMARK and our FS member companies are built on principles of sustainability and community. We're owned by the growers we serve, which means our long-term success is directly tied to the health of agriculture and the communities we support. This cooperative structure allows us to invest in practices and initiatives that benefit members and communities, not just shareholders, and to prioritize long-term stewardship over short-term gains.
Farmers know that their operations and the world’s natural resources can all thrive within the same living ecosystem. And more than ever, farmers are assessing cropping practices and operational processes that minimize impact on the environment while improving farm profitability. FS Member Companies, along with their cooperative supplier, GROWMARK, named the 2024 Enduring Farm & Enduring Farm Plus awards to acknowledge those farmers who have adopted best management practices that optimize nutrient utilization, leading to long-term soil and water quality while enhancing ROI.
Enduring Farms Designations were recently named for implementing nutrient management practices during the 2024 growing season, as well as their commitment to preserving and improving their land and natural resources for future generations.