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GEAPS Management Basics for Grain Facility Supervisors Course Launched

A New Course to Strengthen Leadership and Operations Skills in the Grain Industries The Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS) recently launched a new online course, Management Basics for Grain Facility Supervisors. The dynamic multimedia training is designed to equip frontline leaders in grain handling and processing facilities with essential […]
Published: Nov 13, 2025
Membership

Member Spotlight: Bishop Chamberlin

GEAPS’ April/May 2026 issue of the In-Grain newsletter features GEAPS Member Spotlight Bishop Chamberlin. The full issue of In-Grain is available to GEAPS Members. If you aren’t yet a GEAPS Member, we invite you to sign up online. About Bishop Chamberlin: Position and Company: General Manager, The DeLong Co., Inc. Chapter: Seaway Geographic Region/Location: North […]
Published: Apr 10, 2026
GEAPS Exchange

Meet the 2026 IOMSA Golden Ticket Winners

Three Recipients Earn a Trip to Exchange Did you catch these golden guests at GEAPS Exchange 2026? Three deserving grain processing professionals received full access to industry education, networking, and career-enhancing opportunities after being selected as this year’s IOMSA Golden Ticket award winners. Congrats to the Winners The program provided […]
Published: Apr 09, 2026
News & Publications

GEAPS Leadership Conference 2026 Coming to Minnesota

Conference set for July 15-16 at Donaldson Company in Bloomington, MN  High-potential leaders from across the grain and grain processing industries will gather July 15–16, 2026, in Bloomington, MN, for the 2026 GEAPS Leadership Conference. The one-and-a-half-day event is dedicated to strengthening leadership impact, sharpening business strategy, and elevating operational performance. Courtesy of our host […]
Published: Apr 07, 2026
GEAPS Exchange

Steve Sukup and Van Buchanan Receive GEAPS Awards

The 2026 GEAPS Awards were presented at the GEAPS Exchange conference welcome. The Industry Leader Award and the GEAPS Member of Distinction Award were both granted to two deserving recipients. Industry Leader Award Winner: Steve Sukup In recognition of remarkable contributions and outstanding leadership within the grain industry, GEAPS proudly […]
Published: Mar 24, 2026
News & Publications

GEAPS Foundation Announces $200,000 in Grants for 2026 Workforce Education

Funding will support development of new training resources focused on grain handling facility design, operations, and bulk material flow. The Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS) Foundation announced that up to $200,000 in funding is available for the 2026 grant cycle, continuing the Foundation’s growing investment in workforce education for […]
Published: Mar 18, 2026
GEAPS Leadership

GEAPS Announces 2026 International Board Candidates

The future leadership of Grain Elevator and Processing Society is now on the ballot. The 2026 International Board of Directors candidates have been announced, bringing forward a slate of experienced, forward-thinking professionals ready to guide GEAPS and the grain and grain processing industries into the next chapter. Below are the candidates:  Second Vice President Candidates:  Board Director Candidates:   These […]
Published: Mar 11, 2026
GEAPS Exchange

4,027 Attend GEAPS Exchange in Kansas City

Record-Breaking Show was Impactful, Influential and Collaborative  The global grain and grain processing industries converged in Kansas City, MO, on February 21–24 as 4,027 attendees and 459 exhibitors filled the Kansas City Convention Center for GEAPS Exchange 2026.  “The people are what make it great,” said Chad Wolf, GEAPS International Board Director, about the value of connection […]
Published: Mar 03, 2026
News & Publications

Your Single-Source Partner for Facility & Equipment Solutions

Mid-States Companies is a family-owned, vertically integrated organization serving agricultural and industrial markets with practical, field-tested solutions. By bringing engineering, design, fabrication, and construction together under one roof, we give customers a single, trusted partner. From early planning through final installation, our focus is on communication, coordination, and dependable results. […]
Published: Feb 12, 2026
News & Publications

Macon – The Proven Hoop Building Construction Company

Macon Construction is the proven hoop building construction company for bulk commodity storage. From in-house engineering and fabrication to concrete and millwrights, Macon Construction controls most aspects of the building project, allowing them to deliver quality, cost-effective, on time grain storage for their customers. Macon Construction is a full-service commercial […]
Published: Feb 11, 2026
GEAPS Exchange

GEAPS Announces 2026 IOMSA Golden Ticket Award Winners

Three Rising Grain Processing Professionals Earn a Trip to GEAPS Exchange  Three grain processing professionals will head to GEAPS Exchange 2026 with full access to industry education, networking, and career-enhancing opportunities after being selected as this year’s IOMSA Golden Ticket award winners.  The program provides complimentary full registration and a $500 travel stipend to the award winners who are eager […]
Published: Feb 05, 2026