GROWMARK, Inc.

GROWMARK is a regional cooperative with $8.6 billion (FY 11 data) in sales, providing agriculture-related products and services, as well as grain marketing in 31 states and Ontario, Canada. Crop inputs and related services are also marketed to farmers in the northeastern United States and by GROWMARK subsidiaries. GROWMARK owns the FS brand, established more than 50 years ago, which is used by affiliated member cooperatives. There are more than 40 local FS cooperatives and retail divisions throughout Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin and Ontario, Canada, employing more than 7,000 people. FS brand represents knowledgeable, experienced professionals acting with integrity and dedication to serve more than 250,000 customers. More information at www.GROWMARK.com