Executives exude excitement about strong foundation during cooperative's annual meeting.

Joe Stone currently is chief risk officer and leader of the company's animal nutrition business.

Morrow County Grain Growers will take over the business.

Mac Dougall says Tiger Brands has sights set on being a growth company.

The funds will be used in research to eliminate the use of methyl bromide in fumigants that control insects in wheat and rice.

Move comes after ADM tried for years to acquire the company.

USAID project to be led by Kansas State University.

Actions caused at least $25 million in losses.

Company has managed well despite weather concerns.

Soybeans also competing for space with wheat, corn, cotton and peanuts.