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News & Publications

GEAPS Announces New Leadership

Bob Horvat is Board President With a new fiscal year comes new leadership. With great pleasure, GEAPS announces Bob Horvat will serve as GEAPS’ board president. Horvat, a member of GEAPS since 2010, is the manufacturing technology lead and engineer at Cargill, Inc. in Wayzata, MN.  “Throughout my career, I’ve […]
Published: Jun 23, 2025
Promotional Opportunities

Advertise with GEAPS: Trusted by the Grain Industry

2025-2026 Media Kit Features New Promotional Opportunities Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS) is pleased to announce the 2025-2026 Media Kit. GEAPS’ advertising opportunities directly connect suppliers with grain industry workers and decision makers. Our membership contains the world’s largest, most engaged network of grain handling and processing professionals. All […]
Published: Jun 13, 2025
Grain Industry News

Beyond the Bushel – How Grains Are Powering the Future of Sustainable Materials

Global Grain Perspectives is a continuing GEAPS series that explores grain uses across industries worldwide. Each article highlights a unique opportunity for grain processors and handlers, showcasing how corn, wheat, and sorghum are driving new demand beyond food, fuel, and feed.  In this article, we examine how grains are making […]
Published: Jun 05, 2025
Membership

Member Spotlight: Benjamin Coatanea-Hubert

GEAPS’ June/July 2025 issue of the In-Grain newsletter features GEAPS Member Spotlight Benjamin Coatanea-Hubert. The full issue of In-Grain is available to GEAPS Members. If you aren’t a GEAPS Member, you can sign up online. About Benjamin Coatanea-Hubert: Head of Americas Development, Javelot Chapter: Cornbelt Geographic Region/Location: France to Chicago, IL Years with company: 2 […]
Published: Jun 03, 2025
Grain Industry News

GEAPS Launches NextGen Path Internship Program to Build the Future of the Grain Industry

The Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS) announces the launch of GEAPS NextGen Path, its new companion internship program. GEAPS NextGen Path introduces students and emerging professionals to the grain handling and processing industries. Through a shared goal to enrich the internship experience, this flexible, structured program enhances onboarding, develops […]
Published: May 19, 2025
Grain Industry News

Annual CONVEY’25 Conference: Leading Event for Grain Handling and Processing Professionals Returns to Omaha, NE

Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS), the National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA), and the GEAPS Media Group (GMG) are pleased to announce the CONVEY‘25 conference will be held again this year in Omaha, Nebraska, on July 14-16, 2025. CONVEY‘25 is a unique opportunity for grain handling and processing employees […]
Published: Apr 28, 2025
News & Publications

GEAPS Foundation Announces 2025 Grant Program

The Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS) Foundation announces today that $188,000 in funding is available for the 2025 grant year. The Foundation is accepting applications through June 6, 2025. The GEAPS Foundation was established to support the development of new and innovative resources for training grain and oilseed supply-chain […]
Published: Mar 07, 2025
GEAPS Exchange

3,911 Attend GEAPS Exchange in Kansas City

Event Draws Attendees from 45 US States, 29 Nations  The Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS) was pleased to welcome 3,911 attendees and 417 exhibitors for GEAPS Exchange 2025 February 22-25 at Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, Missouri, USA. “It’s about the camaraderie,” said Jeff Trudell, GEAPS Intl […]
Published: Feb 26, 2025
News & Publications

GEAPS Top Recruiter Honor Bestowed on Scott Brittingham, MCGOM 

GEAPS International President Austin Carpenter, Clear Creek & Associates, Hoosier Chapter recognized GEAPS’ Top Recruiter for 2024 during the Opening Keynote at GEAPS Exchange 2025.  R. Scott Brittingham, MCGOM, Mountaire Farms Inc, Mid-Atlantic claimed the recruiting crown by enlisting 6 new members this past year.   Brittingham, no stranger to this award, has received […]
Published: Feb 23, 2025
News & Publications

GEAPS Honors Mark Avery with the Industry Leader Award 

GEAPS is proud to announce Mark Avery as the recipient of this year’s Industry Leader Award, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to the grain industry. Mark’s dedication to ensuring the industry remains informed, safe and efficient has earned him widespread recognition, with GEAPS leaders often saying, “When faced with […]
Published: Feb 23, 2025