CVA reports strong financial performance and reinvestment at Annual Meeting

Nov 26, 2025

Annual Meeting

Central Valley Ag (CVA) cooperative hosted its Annual Meeting at the Holthus Convention Center in York, Neb. on November 24. CVA achieved $35.2 million in total profit, including $19.1 million in local profit, from $1.93 billion in total sales for the 2025 fiscal year, ending on August 31, 2025. The cooperative also returned over $15.3 million in cash to its members through equity redemptions and patronage dividends. 

"CVA's results this year reflect the strength of our members and the dedication of our team. We remain committed to delivering the products, services, and innovation that help our producers succeed, and I'm pleased that this performance allows us to return significant value back to our member-owners," said Nic McCarthy, CEO and president at CVA. 

In addition to its financial success, CVA continued its focus on enhancing services to its patrons. The cooperative invested $106.3 million in capital expenditures during fiscal year 2025, funding significant improvements and expansion projects to better serve member-owners. 

"Investing in our infrastructure, our people, and the future of our cooperative is essential to long-term success. These capital projects ensure we can continue meeting the needs of our members today while positioning CVA for the opportunities ahead," said McCarthy. 

As part of the Annual Meeting, CVA announced the results of its Board of Directors election, conducted through a mail-in ballot process. Voting stockholders elected the following producers to serve on the board:

  • Region 3: Ben Loseke
  • Region 5: Chris Luethje
  • Region 7: Ron Benson
  • Region 8: Mark Philips
  • Region 9: Jacob Porter
  • Region 10: Paige McNeill

The Board also elected the following officers: 

  • Chairman: Luke Carlson
  • Vice Chairman: Mark Philips
  • Secretary: Jacob Porter

"Our focus remains on creating value for our member-owners. Whether through strategic investments, operational excellence, or innovative solutions that help producers thrive," said McCarthy. "At CVA, we are dedicated to ensuring our cooperative remains strong."