CGB Enterprises, Inc.

05/25/2026

Memorial Day is a moment to pause.

𝗔𝘁 𝗖𝗚𝗕, 𝘄𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝘄𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲.

It’s a day that doesn’t ask for much, just time to remember that the rhythm of everyday life exists because others were willing to give up theirs. Not in theory, but in reality. Not someday, but when it mattered most.

It’s worth sitting with that for a moment. To recognize the cost without trying to simplify it. To be grateful without needing to say it perfectly.

However the day is spent, there’s value in taking a quiet minute, one where we remember, in our own way, the people behind the freedoms often taken for granted.

That kind of remembrance matters.

05/20/2026

We’re excited to continue investing in the future of agriculture at Mount Vernon and grateful for the long-standing relationship we share with the Ports of Indiana.

This expansion strengthens our ability to serve farmers, improve efficiency, and help move Midwest grain to domestic and global markets for years to come.

Thank you to the Ports of Indiana team, the Mount Vernon community, and the state, local, and Congressional leaders who joined us in support of agriculture, infrastructure, and rural growth. We’re excited for what’s ahead.

Consolidated Grain and Barge Co. (CGB) broke ground May 19 on its $47 million expansion project at the Ports of Indiana-Mount Vernon, designed to triple grain handling capacity of CGB’s soybean processing operations.

The expansion includes new grain storage and truck unloading facilities, as well as a conveyor system that transfers grain between multiple sites at the port on the Ohio River.

The project will increase the facility’s storage volume by 4.25 million bushels and boost truck unloading capacity by 200%. Construction is expected to be completed in 2027.

CGB said its soybean volume at Mount Vernon has increased more than 60% over the past decade, driving the need for expanded capacity and improved truck flow.

World Grain → https://ow.ly/Broo50Z2icW

📸: Ports of Indiana

05/18/2026

Welcome to our 2026 Grain Leadership Trainees!
Through this comprehensive cross-training experience, trainees will gain hands-on exposure to both origination and operations across our regions, helping drive growth and innovation at CGB. We’re proud to have them on board and are excited to see the impact they’ll make across CGB!

05/08/2026

Congratulations to the team at MG Rail on once again receiving the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (𝗔𝗦𝗟𝗥𝗥𝗔) 𝗝𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 – 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, recognizing zero reportable injuries in 2025!

𝗠𝗚 𝗥𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲

MG Rail has once again earned the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (𝗔𝗦𝗟𝗥𝗥𝗔) 𝗝𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 – 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, recognizing 𝘇𝗲𝗿𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗷𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱. To receive a Jake Award, railroads must outperform the Class II and III industry average injury frequency rate reported by the FRA.

Being among a record‑breaking 371 ASLRRA member railroads to earn this highest distinction reflects the consistency, care, and teamwork of everyone at MG Rail.

As ASLRRA President Chuck Baker shared, “What stands out this year is that the average industry injury frequency rate has declined once again, raising the bar even higher for earning a Jake Award… Zero is remarkable!”

Learn more about MG Rail: https://mgrail.com/

Read the full release from ASLRRA:https://www.aslrra.org/aslrra/document-server/?cfp=/aslrra/assets/File/public/news/2026/aslrra-jakes-safety-award-program-breaks-records-for-second-consecutive-year.pdf

04/20/2026

At CGB and AgriFinancial, we work closely with farmers to bring clarity and confidence to the business side of your operations - using our practical tools to connect market insight with financial clarity, so time in the field stays the priority.

That approach comes to life in the latest Farm4Profit episode, where our own Brett Strache and AgFi’s Mike Eubanks walk through how our teams work side-by-side with producers to manage risk and guide grain marketing and financial decisions that fit operations through practical, real-time support, for decisions farmers are making every day.

Listen to the episode using the link below, then connect with your local CGB merchandiser or AgriFinancial to start building a strategy that works for your operation!
𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲: youtube.com/watch?v=Ecgdh76XLi8
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗚𝗕 𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗿: [email protected]
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗴𝗙𝗶 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺: cgb-agfi.com

Margins are tight, and the pressure is real. In this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we sit down at Commodity Classic with Brett Strache from CGB Enterprises, Inc. and Mike Eubanks from AgriFinancial to break down what it actually takes to stay profitable in today’s farm economy.

This conversation goes beyond markets or finance alone. It is about building a complete farm strategy. From grain marketing discipline to managing working capital, we dig into the decisions that separate confident operators from stressed ones.

We cover what the grain markets are telling us right now, common mistakes farmers are making as margins tighten, and how emotion can quietly derail marketing plans. On the financial side, we unpack the warning signs showing up on balance sheets, from rising interest costs to equipment debt stacking.

You will also hear how producers are using decision making tools like loan calculators, ROI analysis on grain storage, and lease versus purchase strategies to stay flexible and protect liquidity.

If you are thinking about unsold grain, planning for next year’s crop, or just trying to make smarter financial decisions this season, this episode gives you practical insight from two experts working directly with farmers every day.

04/13/2026

CGB recently joined industry peers at the National Grain and Feed Association’s 130th Annual Convention in Nashville, connecting around the ideas shaping our U.S. agriculture, transportation, and markets. These conversations reinforced the importance of resilient infrastructure, competitive transportation networks, and strong supply chain partnerships as our industry continues to adapt in a changing global landscape.

Key themes that emerged:
● The essential role of reliable, competitive transportation across rail, trucking, and inland waterways in keeping grain moving efficiently.
● Continued focus on infrastructure investment, particularly modernization of locks and dams, to support long‑term domestic and export competitiveness.
● Ongoing operational pressures in trucking underscore the need for solutions centered on efficiency and productivity.

CGB values the insights gained through continued engagement with NGFA and remains committed to delivering reliable, market‑focused solutions that support our customers and the broader agricultural supply chain.
📸 c/o NGFA

03/24/2026

On National Ag Day, we celebrate those who advance American agriculture, and at CGB, we see that dedication up close every day. We see it in the farmer families showing up before sunrise to tackle the tasks that can’t wait for daylight; in the teams across our facilities, logistics networks, and offices making sure grain moves, challenges get solved, and communities stay supported; and in the partners who stand shoulder to shoulder with us to keep this industry strong.

This day is a reminder of what truly drives agriculture: people with purpose, pride, and a commitment to the work behind every season. Your efforts are impactful in shaping our industry’s future every day!

03/05/2026

The 30th anniversary of the Commodity Classic has wrapped, and for our CGB and AgriFinancial teams, San Antonio was all about one thing: connection.

Our booth became a place for real conversations - giving us the chance to connect with farmers, families, and partners from across the U.S., Canada, and beyond to discuss tangible solutions for the 2026 growing season. Those discussions didn't stop on the trade show floor as Brett Strache joined the Farm4Profit podcast to share market insights (keep an ear out for the episode on March 16th!). The 2026 Classic proved that while the tools change, the goal remains the same: protecting the operation.

We’re coming home with renewed perspective and a sharper focus on helping producers protect their operations by combining strong relationships with clear, logic-driven information - continuing to elevate what on-farm commodity marketing support can look like.

Listen in on March 16th: https://www.farm4profit.com/podcast

03/03/2026

At CGB, we are committed to contributing industry insight that helps shape the policies and investments needed to protect our supply chain and ensure a reliable inland waterway system. We are proud of the time and expertise our people bring to educating policymakers and advocating for practical, forward‑looking solutions.

We want to recognize CGB SVP, CTLC, Marine & Transportation Lance Rase, for his ongoing leadership and engagement with Waterways Council, Inc.. Recently, Lance joined WCI in Washington, D.C., to participate in critical discussions on aging locks and dams, responsible investment, and the long‑term reliability of America’s inland waterway infrastructure. These conversations play an important role in advancing policies that keep our industry—and the nation’s infrastructure—moving forward.

02/26/2026

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗚𝗕 𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗰

CGB is proud to be in San Antonio this week for the 30th anniversary of Commodity Classic - bringing together more than 10,000 attendees from across the agricultural community! As America’s largest farmer-led agricultural and educational experience, it remains a key space for meaningful conversations and forward‑focused learning.

Stop by Booth 1450 to connect with our CGB team - Brett Strache, Taylor Po***ck, John Neff, Paul Ernst, Ben Metsker, Todd Hall, and Holly Barthol - and AgriFinancial's Alan Singleton, Mike Eubanks, John Witt, Katie Irk, and Hillary Burress.

Learn more about how Commodity Classic is engaging with growers, partners, and innovators to support the future of agriculture: https://commodityclassic.com