Growing Value on Every Acre

Rely on our agronomic expertise and local knowledge to determine what’s best for your farm.

YOUR CONSISTENT AGRONOMIC PARTNER

At River Valley Cooperative, we work with our producers to create an agronomic plan that provides the best chance for success, no matter the crop, soil type or field size.  

We provide the expertise, knowledge, equipment, and facilities to maximize your yields. We look to be a trusted partner you can count on, whatever your need:  

  • Seed, including choosing the right genetics, traits, and placement 
  • Fertilizer and crop protection products 
  • Custom application services 
  • Precision ag solutions to maximize productivity and yield potential

Count on our team of account managers, professional applicators, skilled mechanics, and agronomy support staff to deliver the best products and services through our network of locations in Illinois and Iowa. 

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Do business with River Valley Cooperative whenever and wherever you’d like. Your business information is available any time of day, from anywhere, in the Customer Portal. You can access the portal from your computer or phone app.

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DECISION AG SERVICES

We’ll help you get the most out of every acre with our Decision Agriculture team. Utilizing the latest technology and in-house specialists, we generate and interpret data to make decisions and measure improvements in your operation.

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DELIVERING ON GENETIC POTENTIAL

The seed specialists at River Valley Cooperative know what works best locally, and they can turn to a broad line of superior seed products and technologies for the best choice on your farm.

CROP NUTRIENTS AND APPLICATION

With so much to do in the spring and fall, it seems timelines are compressed further each growing season. That’s why it pays to partner with River Valley Cooperative for your crop nutrient needs to prepare for each season and get the work done during the critical planting and harvesting seasons. 
 
Whether you need applications or fertilizer deliveries, we will get you taken care of in a timely fashion no matter where you’re located in our sales territory of western Illinois and eastern Iowa.  

SPECIALTY PRODUCTS

In addition to sources of nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium, we carry a wide range of specialty products and micronutrients, including:

MicroSync Pro

Zinc is typically one of the most deficient micronutrients in corn. Because it is immobile in soil and tissue, it’s critical that plants have a constant supply throughout the season. MicroSync Pro provides zinc along with manganese and boron, utilizing Verdesian’s Polymer technology to ensure efficient micronutrient uptake by the plant. It also keeps nutrients available to the plant all season long.  

Sulfur

Essential for both corn and soybeans, sulfur is increasingly deficient in soils. We apply sulfur in three applications to maximize yield. First, we apply MicroEssentials S10 (12-40-0-10S), typically in the fall, with dry P and K. Next is ATS ammonium thiosulfate ((12-0-0-26S), typically as a pre-plant application or side dress application. The final application is Take OFF, a foliar nutrition/biostimulant, applied with the post-herbicide or fungicide pass. 

Biopath

This microbial inoculant from Mosaic improves nutrient utilization and conditions for root growth and plant vigor, helping growers maximize ROI from production inputs. It is formulated to be blended with liquid fertilizer or tank-mixed and applied in-furrow, side-dress, or broadcast.

CUSTOM APPLICATION

Our experts can help you navigate the fast-paced world of agronomy.

We’re ready to help you: 

  • Create a customized nutrient management plan. 
  • Pull soil samples to assess soil fertility. 
  • Scout your fields during the growing season.  
  • Provide custom applications by certified agronomy professionals.  
  • Utilize precision ag tools to maximize yield potential on every acre.

Our applicators will spray it, spread it, or knife it in with astonishing accuracy and efficiency. Let us help you manage your acres and boost your profit potential.

PROTECTING YOUR CROPS FROM WEEDS, DISEASE AND INSECTS

We look to be a partner who helps you stay on top of the latest developments in crop protection. Whether it’s new chemistries, branded products versus generics, or new agronomic threats, we have the knowledge to deliver what’s needed for your fields.

LISTEN IN AND LEARN

The “On the Ground” Podcast features Phil Knuth, Grain Originator at River Valley Cooperative, who provides daily market commentary. 

In addition, each month, Matt VanSloten interviews influential ag personalities. Supplied with endless wit and energy, Matt is passionate about bringing relevant, interesting agriculture topics for your business.